Advanced technologies of Tissot watches
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Advanced technologies of Tissot watches
What’s your first thought when you think of Switzerland? What pictures do you see in your mind? The breathtaking Alps or the best Swiss chocolate? But did you know that this small country is also the home of precise watchmaking? Swiss Made watches are synonymous with high quality, luxury, prestige and reliability. Discover Tissot watches - watches that have been setting trends in the watch market for years.
Swiss-made Tissot watches – ideas and practical solutions
Almost all Swiss-made watch companies are established in the valleys of the Alps and Jura mountains. Tissot is one of them. The brand was founded in 1853 by Charles-Emile Tissot and his father. There is no doubt that this was a significant breakthrough in Swiss watchmaking. From the beginning, the family business was founded on values such as excellence and reliability. The Swiss brand has been governed by its own rules for many generations. These include passion, commitment and meticulousness in creating some of the most precise watches in the world.
Tissot very quickly became a pioneer in offering innovative solutions based on long tradition, reliability, expertise and experience of the best Swiss watchmakers. The brand was one of the first to combine the prestigious Swiss-made quality with modern technologies. That way, the company has taken into account and met all customer needs and was well ahead of its time in terms of using advanced techniques and useful improvements.
Tissot – pioneer of innovative solutions
Luxury, precision, craftsmanship and a tradition of innovation - with these four attributes of the brand’s DNA, the small company has become a forerunner in the search for and discovery of modern improvements. What kind? Here are some examples of innovative Tissot watches released between 1930 and 2000:
- Tissot creates one of the first wristwatches before the second decade of the 20th century;
- The Tissot Antimagnétique, 1930 – world’s first non-magnetic wristwatch, operating precisely despite the effects of magnetic fields;
- The Tissot Navigator, 1951 – world’s first automatic watch with 24 time zones;
- The Tissot PR 516, 1956 – inspired by car racing competitions, fitted with the world's first bracelet with holes;
- The Tissot Idea 2001, 1971 – world's first synthetic mechanical watch, created as a result of ongoing social change and the emergence of new cultures;
- The Tissot RockWatch, 1985 – world’s first watch made of stone from the Swiss Alps. Later, among others, the following materials were used: blue lace agate, Scandinavian basalt, Kalahari Jasper and quartz crystal;
- The Tissot T-Touch, 1999 – world’s first Swiss touchscreen watch with LCD display.
Tissot and precision far ahead of its time
Tissot has always pushed the boundaries. The brand wouldn't have succeeded if it weren't for its expertise in chronometry, the accuracy of every watch and its great technical know-how in making such movements. This has influenced the design and introduction of several practical and useful innovations to the general public.
Tissot watches feature the following movements:
- Powermatic 80 – the Tissot's proprietary Powermatic 80 automatic movement characterised by a high level of accuracy, i.e. ± 5 seconds/day, its accuracy is close to the standards set by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC). The movement is an improved version of the popular ETA 2824. One of its greatest features is an 80-hour power reserve.
- Swissmatic – was created for people to whom precision and reliability are of paramount importance. The modern movements combine excellent quality and watchmaking craftsmanship with the attractive price of quartz watches. This efficient automatic movement provides 72 hours of continuous running time with the accuracy of ± 10 seconds/day.
- Valjoux – is one of the most well-known and recognised automatic movements with chronograph and date complications. The calibre was developed in 1970 and is characterised by durability, reliability and a high level of performance. The movement also impresses with its beautiful finish, such as the Geneva stripes or the mother-of-pearl decoration.
Tissot – the silicon revolution
But the secret of perfect precision and accurate timekeeping doesn’t lie in the movements alone. The beginning of the 20th century saw the development of electricity. At that time electricity became an integral part of people’s lives. There was only one problem - electricity generated a magnetic field that interfered with the operation of watches. Right then, in 1930, Tissot introduced a breakthrough watch - the first automatic Tissot Antimagnétique watch. Why was it so special? Well, this phenomenon was due to non-magnetic materials used in the mechanism, for example silicon. Actually, this was the beginning of the use of the silicon balance spring in automatic movements. So, this is how the Swatch Group developed two anti-magnetic balance springs: Silicium and Nivachron™.
The advantages of the first silicon balance spring, Silicium, include:
- extraordinary accuracy,
- anti-magnetic properties,
- resistance to temperature variations,
- resistance to corrosion.
The latest and improved balance spring used interchangeably with Silicium in Tissot automatic movements is NIVACHRON™. The Nivachron™ balance spring is distinguished by:
- a new, titanium-based alloy that is highly resistant to magnetic fields,
- higher resistance to magnetic fields than standard springs,
- high resistance to shock and ageing,
- high resistance to temperature variations.
Tissot technologies and a breakthrough in the digital world
Tissot hasn’t stopped developing new ideas after the introduction of innovative improvements to the movements. The following decades were a period of exploring new possibilities. The brand, however, always bore in mind the art of Swiss watchmaking. Thanks to cutting-edge developments, Tissot is constantly ahead of its time, surprising and exceeding the expectations of all clients. 1999 was a real milestone for the company as it released the world’s first Swiss touchscreen watch - the Tissot T-Touch (8 years before the first iPhone came out! There was no iPad either!). It was a worldwide phenomenon and the beginning of a new digital age! What features did it have? Well, the Tissot T-Touch came with numerous features, including: meteo, altimeter, alarm, chronograph, thermometer and compass. Plus, the watch had the integrated LCD, a traditional design and only three buttons to operate.
This is not the end of the story. In 2014, Tissot made another achievement as it released the world's first solar-powered touchscreen watch!
The T-Touch Connect Solar is:
- the original Swiss-made touch screen watch of the top quality;
- designed for sports enthusiasts and those who like to explore new possibilities;
- a discreet watch that cares about your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information thanks to SwAlps – a solar-powered operating system developed in Switzerland with minimal energy consumption;
- a lightweight and hypoallergenic model with a titanium case;
- a guarantee of extraordinary readability in all conditions – MIP (Memory In Pixel) display, hands and the markings on the bezel and dial are coated with SuperLuminova®;
- a reliable hybrid smartwatch which runs up to 6 months with an independent power supply when connected to the Internet and 10 years offline.
These solutions have made Tissot a pioneer in creating unique and innovative watches representing a rich heritage of the brand's traditional watchmaking values. Today, there are lots of reliable and durable watches with solar movements available in the market.
Tissot – practical functions and best design
Tissot watches come with numeours functions. They provide exceptional precision confirmed by a chronometer certificate granted by the COSC. Plus, they have extremely accurate quartz movements with EOL indicator, a date and day display, chronographs, tachymeters and SuperLuminova®.
The top quality also refers to the high-quality materials used by Tissot, for example:
- 316L stainless steel – high-quality steel alloy with exceptional durability and high resistance to corrosion;
- aluminium – a lightweight and corrosion-resistant material that comes in many different colours;
- titanium – a technologically advanced material that guarantees solid workmanship, it’s lightweight and hypoallergenic;
- gold – durable, non-rusting precious metal; all Tissot watches are made of 18K gold, a prestigious alloy comprising 75% pure gold;
- ceramic – one of the hardest materials, features a lightweight and modern design and is highly resistant to scratches and impacts;
- mother of pearl – a natural material extracted from certain shells that is used to decorate dials, it delights with iridescence and opalescence;
- diamond – is the hardest natural substance. Tissot uses only Top Wesselton diamonds;
- sapphire crystal – a hard crystal that is highly resistant to scratches, it’s also perfectly transparent (thanks to diamond polishing).
Tissot Swiss watches – discover their unique qualities
Tissot stands for the best Swiss quality that impresses with a simple yet stylish design, great accuracy and an innovative approach to new technologies. If you’re someone who appreciates such qualities and traditional Swiss made watchmaking values, then Tissot watches are just for you. Check out our wide selection of Tissot watches and find out about their uniqueness.
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