Vintage Tissot Tissonic Electric

Key Product Information

• Materials & Design: The Tissot Tissonic Electric is a vintage timepiece from the 1970s, featuring a distinctive rectangular stainless steel case. The dial showcases a unique pattern reminiscent of electrical wiring diagrams, reflecting its electronic heritage. The watch is complemented by a stainless steel bracelet, enhancing its cohesive and timeless aesthetic.

• Key Features:

  • Movement: Equipped with the ESA 9162 tuning fork movement, renowned for its precision and smooth sweeping seconds hand.​

  • Dial: Features a gold dial with a black textured pattern, applied hour markers, and a date window at the 3 o'clock position.​

  • Crystal: Fitted with an acrylic crystal, typical of the era, offering clarity and a vintage appeal.​

  • Bracelet: Original stainless steel bracelet with a signed clasp, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit.​

• Measurements:

  • Case Width: Approximately 39mm (excluding the crown).

  • Lug-to-Lug Length: Approximately 43mm.​

  • Case Thickness: Approximately 11mm.​

  • Lug Width: 20mm.​

Key Brand Information

Founded in 1853, Tissot is a Swiss luxury watchmaker renowned for its innovative spirit and commitment to precision. The Tissonic line, introduced in the early 1970s, exemplifies Tissot's embrace of electronic advancements, incorporating the ESA 9162 tuning fork movement—a technology also utilized by other prestigious brands of the time. This movement, designed by Max Hetzel (noted for his work on the Bulova Accutron), operates at a frequency of 300Hz, providing exceptional accuracy and a distinctive humming sound.

Product Authenticity and Condition

All items have been meticulously inspected for authenticity. As this is a second-hand piece, it may exhibit minor signs of wear, such as slight scuffs on the case or subtle marks on the bracelet. Purchasing a vintage product implies an understanding that the item may require careful maintenance to preserve its condition.​

International Shipping

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