Tissot was founded in 1853 by Charles-Félicien Tissot and his son Charles-Émile in Le Locle, Switzerland. The company specializes in the manufacture of automatic mechanical watches and mid-range electric quartz watches, and produces a limited number of hand-wound models. In the early years following its founding, Tissot enjoyed growing success, thanks in large part to Charles-Émile, who traveled throughout Europe—particularly Russia—to establish sales outlets that would foster the brand’s international growth.
In 1901, Charles-Émile Tissot breathed new life into the family business. Seeking to modernize the company, he recruited watchmaker Charles-Ferdinand Perret to optimize production processes and implement mechanization. In 1907, a new, modern factory was built, combining mechanical production and assembly. Despite the company’s growth, World War I and the closure of the Russian market following the 1917 revolution forced Tissot to turn to new markets. This reorientation was accompanied by the development of wristwatches intended for the general public.
Tissot is also renowned for its collaborations with prestigious brands, including Omega, with which it partnered in 1925 to form the Swiss Watchmaking Industry Company (SSIH). This strategic alliance contributed to the creation of innovative watches, such as the world’s first anti-magnetic watch. In the early 1930s, the brand adopted principles of rationalization in the manufacture of its movements. This approach resulted in a streamlined product line, while still offering a selection of interchangeable dials. Over time, Tissot has introduced numerous innovations, including the T-Touch model—the first Swiss touchscreen watch featuring functions such as a compass and an altimeter, launched in 2000.
Today, Tissot is recognized as one of the world’s leading sellers of traditional Swiss watches, offering a product range that spans from entry-level models to more luxurious timepieces. To complement your Tissot watch case, we offer a wide selection of elegant watch straps.
Tissot’s Remarkable Innovations
Tissot has made a name for itself in the world of luxury watchmaking through its innovations in timepieces. With its rich heritage and Swiss watchmaking expertise, the brand offers a multitude of iconic models. Must-have models include the Tissot PRX, a watch that combines elegance and durability with a stainless steel case and 100-meter water resistance. Inspired by a model from the 1970s, it captivates with its sleek and sporty design.
The Tissot Seastar is also among the brand’s iconic watches. This iconic dive watch is renowned for its durability and innovative design. Introduced in the 1960s, the collection has evolved over the decades, and the Seastar 2000 model, launched in 2021, represents the culmination of this tradition.
The Tissot Gentleman, which combines sophistication and functionality, stands out with its sleek design, featuring a dial available in several colors, including dark gray, deep blue, and silver, each featuring sword-shaped hands coated with Super-LumiNova for optimal readability in the dark. Powered by the Powermatic 80 automatic movement, this watch also offers an impressive 80-hour power reserve. A variant of the Tissot Gentleman, the Gentleman Powermatic 80 Open Heart, features a figure-eight cutout on the dial, revealing the mechanism of the Powermatic 80.601 caliber.
A range of watch straps for the Tissot brand
Tissot, a flagship of Swiss watchmaking, is renowned for its exceptional watches, combining timeless elegance with Swiss precision. Enhance your Tissot chronograph with a strap that suits your style. Choose from our extensive range of Tissot watch straps to personalize your watch and express your style. Choose from a wide variety of materials, finishes, and colors for endless combinations.
Our calfskin watch straps are the ideal choice for a classic and elegant look. This leather is prized for its timeless charm, durability, and suppleness, which makes it comfortable on the wrist. Depending on your tastes and mood, you can choose from a wide range of colors. For example, opt for black, gray, or brown to subtly enhance the design of your watch case. For those looking for an original and bold strap, you can choose a model in a vibrant color such as red, burgundy, or orange. Our models are also available with tone-on-tone stitching or natural-colored stitching. You can also choose a strap design that complements your watch model. Our Ethnic, Vintage, and Nubuck models will showcase your dress watches. You can also opt for our Hirsch and Racing straps for your sports watch cases.
For a touch of exoticism and luxury, we also offer alligator leather watch straps. Its unique texture and the distinctive patterns created by scales of varying sizes and shapes make it a sophisticated and one-of-a-kind accessory. With a choice of different colors and tone-on-tone or ecru stitching, this strap offers several customization options. You’ll also love the lizard leather watch strap. This leather is characterized by its small scales, which give the strap an exotic and elegant look.
An ostrich leather watch strap will harmoniously complement your Tissot watch. Its unique “speckled” appearance and silky texture make it a must-have accessory for high-end watches.
Easily order the strap that fits your Tissot watch on our website. Simply log in to our site and add the strap of your choice to your cart in just a few clicks. You can also choose the strap that’s right for you directly at our store located at rue du Dragon, in Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris.
