cazalea
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Why not a Tissot with this movement
Many, many watch companies have built models around this bulletproof movement.
If Stowa can do it, why shouldn't Tissot make its own version with the lid which adds a bit of mystery and mechanics to the composition? Notice the different angle on the Geneva stripes though.
I'm not a fan of big watches but I find this size to be tolerable AND I can see the time at a glance vs squinting and twisting my wrist to get a small dial in focus and good contrast.
More power to Tissot for trying, I say. I'm sure they have a large collection of vintage dials and they can sort through those to make a choice that is most pleasing for the retro-look they are aiming for. Here's my small assortment of vintage watch dials (of course mostly from pocket watches):
The two at bottom right appear to be classics and closest to the Tissot, in my estimation.
Cheers,
Cazalea
Tissot Heritage 1936 - your opinion?
Tissot has been looking to its past recently (a bit like Longines) for an inspiration for new models - the Heritage Navigator 160th anniversary being a good example. The Heritage 1936 may not be such a close tribute but does resemble watches from the era ...
Could not say...
Just saw it in an article or two, not live. Cannot imagine Tissot going for different finishes, though. Your verdict?
Well, with the Côtes de Genève and the hunter case back that's nice. But the case size is too big :-(
Not really convinced. Best wishes Alkiro
Agree on the case size...
Not sure how much smaller you can make it with the movement, though...
I have to say: Very nice!
The case size is good for such a watch. Navigators from Longines / Wittnauer were even bigger ( 47 / 48 mm ). The hunter case back is top. I love the possibility to see the movement, or not. The big ETA movement is a very much my taste, too. I guess that ...
As said...
The Nicolas special Thanks for your view - the historical size comparison puts it into perspective somewhat. And the hunter is a real plus at this price point.
I think it's a very nice piece! So vintage looking.
and as Nicolas mentioned, these navigators should be large at 45-47mm. On the top of that the ETA 6497 is a large movement so the case should be large enough to house it. As for the watch being too large, gotta say something according to my experience wit...
Thanks for your impressions Laurent!
I\'m of the slender wristed type, so what you say is definitely good news
I like this watch a lot
except for the size. The Hunter Case is a nice touch and the finishing, at least in your picture, looks to be very fine. But it is way to big for me, no matter how true to its historical roots.
I hear your concerns, Padj
Size is the only thing I am unsure about myself. But as Alejandro pointed out below, there is a 36mm version, too (picture included in a later response).
One of the most interesting pieces seen at Basel
If only I find the time to present it with details... It doesn't look too large on the wrist. Fx ...
Nice pictures, Forevsta!
Was hoping you\'d have tried it at Baselworld And looking forward to your impressions, too!
I like it a lot, and cannot wait to see it in person...
From the pictures, wearability due to size appears to be ok, but I´ll have to wait and see. There is also a 36mm version with an automatic movement instead which I´m sure could be a great alternative as well. All in all a great piece by Tissot in my opini...
Thanks for pointing that out, Alejandro!
Luckily without the date and with the hunter case back, too From: ...
I find this a pretty attractive proposition..
based on the elements mentioned...and yes! no date. I like the size and at least Tissot fits a movement sufficiently big to fill the case. The wire lugs, breguet hands, numerals are nice touches. Overall it succeeds in bringing back a vintage look.
You are right in terms of the vintage look :)
In my eyes it is a success, too. And a date would simply look wrong on a tribute to the 1930s piece.
I like it!
No date! (Spot on, amanico!) Even the large case doesn\'t bother me. Definitely thinking about this Watch for a fun piece to wear.
Why not a Tissot with this movement
Many, many watch companies have built models around this bulletproof movement. If Stowa can do it, why shouldn't Tissot make its own version with the lid which adds a bit of mystery and mechanics to the composition? Notice the different angle on the Genev...
Your dial collection is impressive :)
Like the complete watch collection And you are right, the bottom right ones are right on the money! I find Tissot created an honest handwound watch for a reasonable price (in watch terms) More like that would definitely help. Thanks for your Stowa compari...
I like it but...
making the case 2 or 3 mm smaller would appeal to more people. Nice photos! Cheers, -- Richard.
As others have pointed out...
There is a 36mm version, however that one has an automatic movement (pic above)
Only because you're asking...
No... no, no, no, no no. Tissot was a brand that mattered 100 years ago... ( I exaggerate) but for the last 30-40 years has been meaningless except for generic mechanical watches and some very cool quartz models. While this watch may be 'cool,' there's so...
I agree to an extent...
That both Longines and Tissot have suffered in the Swatch era. Still, even if the brands\' best is in the past, there is a chance for redemption, even if slight. Not saying this particular watch is it but the LLD (no date) has become quite a desirable ite...
Interesting watch
....tried both at the AD today. The 45mm wears surprisingly well despite my small wrist and does not look awkward due to the nature of its lugs. For once,the smaller 36m looks diminished although it sits well on my wrist. Fairly tempted by the bigger size...
Thank you for your live impressions, Henry!
Interesting to see the comparison on the wrist and very helpful So, did you pull the trigger, then?
Definitely agree :)
And the difference between the 45mm handwound one and the 36mm automatic is quite large. Thanbks for your input!