Founded in 1853, Swiss watch makers, Tissot remain at the forefront of global watch manufacture. Their slogan "innovators by tradition" underpins why they are an international force in the watch industry. Tissot are justifiably proud of their heritage, they have pioneered many techniques and materials that are now commonly used in watch manufacture. Their history of innovation has seen them remain as a premier watch brand in the global consciousness.
In 1983 Tissot produced the worlds first mass produced pocket watch and the first pocket watch that displayed two time zones. Tissot made the first anti-magnetic watch in 1929, the first watches made out of plastic (1971), the first watches made out of stone (1985), out of mother of pearl (1987) and out of wood (1988).
Their most recent innovation has been the amazing T-Touch series. These watches have touch-activated dials. The touch sensitive sapphire glasses of the Tag Heuer watches enable the user to quickly and easily access a range of information. The features that can be accessed through this technology include barometers, altimeters, compasses and thermometers.
The company is still based in le Locle, Switzerland and is now a part of the Swatch Group. Tissot watches are sold in more than 150 countries around the world. The Swatch Group are the largest producer and distributor of watches globally and have been since 1983. Tissot pride themselves on having a large number of different styles of watches, their product range is designed to appeal to a wide variety of people. They make watches from the ultra chic to practical yet super tech sports watches.
Tissot sponsor a large number of sporting events, normally taking the role of 'official time-keeper'. They have been supporting Nascar since 2006. The racing sport is particularly popular in the United States but is growing in popularity globally as the years go by. Tissot has timed the Ice Hockey World Championships since 1996. Ice Hockey is a major sport in Switzerland and Tissot have remained true to their local roots by sponsoring the Swiss Ice Hockey team. Tissot also sponsor the MotoGp and are the official timers for a host of other premier events including many world championships.
Tissot watches are designed to please their wearers in terms of both price and quality. Compared to other Swiss brands, like Patek Philippe watches, Paul Picot watches and Philip Stein watches, they represent affordable, accessible luxury and they say that they will continue to strive for excellence in every area of watch making.
One of the ways to make certain that you are in for the long haul, business-wise, is to have a good product. No matter how much effort you put into creating a product, if it is not what people need or if does not interest buyers, you will not be making sales and no sale means no profit. Eventually, you will end up bankrupt. Of course, that is exactly the opposite of what you want to happen. This is why it is best to come up with a product that is sure to be appreciated.
Take Tissot as an example. The world-renowned Swiss watchmaking company has been in business since 1853 and they are still thriving. Indeed, Tissot watches is one of the best watches in the world. Why, you ask? The answer is simple-because of their products. Since it was founded by the father-and-son tandem, Piaget watches and Porsche Design watches, the brand has been constantly famous for manufacturing watches that are the first of their kind.
In order to keep ahead of competition, Tissot offers the market something out of the box, so to speak. Since its inception in 1853, Tissot was already making waves with its innovative watches. The brand was recognized as the first one to sell pocket watches to the public. In relation to this, Tissot was also the first to produce pocket watches displaying two time zones.
As if it is a longstanding tradition, Tissot continued to manufacture pioneering watches. Tissot introduced the first watch ever created using plastic back in 1971 aptly named IDEA 2001. After IDEA, Tissot kept on producing firsts such as Piaget watches,Porsche Design watches, andPulsar watches. The Rock watch made from Alpine granite was launched in 1985, the Pearl watch became available in 1987, and the Wood watch captured the hearts of many watch lovers when it was officially released in 1988. With their focus solely on designing watches that will definitely interest buyers, it is not surprising to see how the company is on top of the game.
With Tissot watches having this kind of reputation, many companies, as well as individuals, are interested in acquiring them. Do you have one? Why not sell your watch? If you were able to get it in an auction for a low price and somebody wants to get it from you for a higher price, why hold back? Sell your watch, earn money, and get yourself a new Tissot. For safe transactions, look for ads saying "we buy Tissot watches". Chances are they know the true value of the watch and you will get the most out of your Tissot.
Tissot watches have been seen as the standard of pioneering and sophisticated Swiss watch design and technology since the company was founded in 1853. Technologically they are peerless. Stylistically they are an impeccable combination of fine taste, and an athletic and active lifestyle. These watches are unquestionably for go getters. Worn by numerous icons over the years, from movie stars like Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly, to sports legends like Michael Owen, to music giants such as Elvis Presley, Tissot watches leave no doubt about the wearer's outlook. You don't have to be a celebrity to wear these watches, but it wouldn't hurt to have the attitude of one.
A fine example is the men's Tissot T Touch Expert. Just wearing this watch means that, in one way or another, you're going places. This watch is for the man who, in either work or play, doesn't settle for the ordinary and the average. The face is textured black with white numerals. It's made from pure titanium and is packed with advanced features: Digital alarm display, chronograph, barometer, LCD backlight, altimeter, compass - this watch has it all, and has it in true style. Whether you're a mountaineer or a business man, this watch will stand you in good stead and provide all the functionality you could ask for, as well demonstrate that you're shooting straight for the summit, figuratively or literally.
The men'sPuma watches is designed for scuba divers. That's a hobby that really says "go getter." You have to be fairly enterprising to don a wet suit and make your way down 100 meters into the depths. The Sea Touch sports a stainless steel case and an orange rubber band. Again it's the ultimate in sophisticated features, in this case targeted specifically for underwater use. It has a digital/analog display dive assistant that show depth and dive speed, dive log book, thermometer that reads in either F or C, compass, choice of 12 or 24 hour time readout, and chronograph. Whether underwater or above this is unparalleled dedicated sports watch technology at its finest, and again, shows goes along with an active and adventuring lifestyle, whether or not that involves actual deep sea diving.
For the ladies there is, for instance, the timeless beauty of the Rado watches and Raymond weil watches. The watches are the embodiment of the simplicity and elegance of a woman who knows what she's after and how to get there. It has a stainless steel case, band, and bezel, and scratch resistant sapphire crystal. The rounded rectangular face is dark brown with steel hands and numerals. This and other Richard mille watches are classic ladies watches that will generate admiration, fun, and talk wherever the woman wearing it goes.
Tissot watches will never go out of style because they are watch style itself. Having set the standard they can only improve on their success with new and engaging innovations. These watches are as relevant to the lifestyles today as to those of glory days past. And they will always show that the wearer has curiosity, energy, discernment, and an enterprising nature.
An elegant timepiece never goes out of vogue. Such is the elegance of the timelessTissot watches. The ticker company is still based in Le Locle, Switzerland, however owing to its top-notch quality, it has its presence in more than 150 countries of the world. Since 1853, the time of its inception, till date the classic and elegant timepieces are an indulgence.
From its first pocket watch with two time-zones in 1853 to its revolutionary touch-screen technology T-Touch watch, Tissot has managed a series of "firsts" in terms of technology, materials and design. The company was the first to make watches out of plastic: its IDEA 2001 in 1971, in stone: the Alpine granite watch in 1985, in mother of pearl: the Tommy Bahama watches in 1987 and the Triumph watches in 1988. Tissot has become known in recent years for its tactile, or "T-Touch," technology. T-Touch watches created waves when seen in the movies Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life and Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Tissot has continually surprised and delighted customers with its product innovation and engineering. The luxury brand is an official timekeeper for the world championships in cycling, motorcycling, fencing and ice hockey, and was used for the Davis Cup in 1957 and Downhill Skiing in Switzerland in 1938.
The expansion of the luxury brand has grown from strength to strength and Tissot today is the world's leading producer of the traditional Swiss watch industry in number of units. All of this because not only are the watches well-crafted but are loved by the people. The brand offers a wide array of watches for both men and women to choose from. With a versatile range of high-quality timepieces at affordable prices, Tissot is highly accessible by all.
The watch styles one can find under the umbrella brand are Tudor watches, U-boat watches, Ulysse Nardin watches and many other popular collections. From original leather straps to exquisite titanium ones, one can find a range of middle-priced timepieces, which are reasonably affordable. For the ladies the range is from simple round dials to flower-shaped ones, be it leather straps or gold-plated. The St. Valentine 2010 watches capture the romance of the moment and are a perfect gift for your beloved.
Many consumers who appreciate attention to detail and understated style choose to buy Tissot watches. Not only is it an indulgence for your own being, but it is also the perfect gift for your near and dear ones.
Founded in 1853 and makers of the first mass-produced pocket watch, Tissot are still based at their Le Locle home in Switzerland. I wonder what Charles-Felicien Tissot and his son Charles-Emile, who established the factory in the Swiss city would think of their now impressive 150 country coverage?
From its inception the company has been dedicated to taking its innovations of hublot replica to foreign destinations for the rich and famous. In 1858, Charles-Emile ventured to Russia and successfully sold panerai watches across the huge empire. Tissot now have worldwide recognition and continue to play a leading role in watch making innovation.
In recent times, much of Tissot's notable success has come following a 1985 merger with The Swatch Group, the largest watch producer and distributor worldwide since 1983. Positively, it has made for some of the most leading innovation within the industry and the development of high-tech products, special materials and advanced functionality. Interestingly, it has also allowed for a broader, more versatile range of high-quality burberry watches at very attractive prices in comparison with any other Swiss brand.
From a pioneering spirit surrounding the small Jura town of Le Locle came revolutionary touch-screen technology and firsts in designer watches including ones shaped from pearl, rock and wood. One of the brands recent masterpieces is the 'T-Touch' and new versatile designs also feature thermometers, barometers, compasses and altimeters, which help distinguish them as suitable for all manner of activities.
In 2008 Tissot launched the T-Touch range that revolutionised the array of features and functions available of graham watches built with the quality you expect from a Swiss watch maker. These included functions like 100 meter water resistance and a back light.
In 2009 they added the T-Touch Expert Range which included the patek philippe replica and panerai replica. These watches included thermometers, barometers, compasses & touch titanium shock technology in elegant and beautifully crafted wrist watches.
The Tissot PRC200 is planned for launch in 2010. It is a timeless classic designer watch with a screw down back and crown and 200m water resistance. It also features dual date functionality, touch screen technology and will be available from both men and women.
Look out for these classic Tissot watches as they are sure to make news in both the fashion and Watches industry. Famous people who have worn Tissot watches include Elvis Presley, Grace Kelly, the Dali Lama, Paul Newman & Victor Mature.