Origins and period
Le Locle, Switzerland
Founded by Charles-Félicien and Charles-Émile Tissot in 1853
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Tissot
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Tissot in watchmaking
The Tissot family began making watches in their Le Locle home in 1853 and quickly developed international markets. The company combined broad production with experiments in antimagnetism, unusual case materials, tactile displays, sports timing, and accessible Swiss mechanical and quartz watches.
Landmark dates
- Founding and first production
- Important movement or model launch
- Expansion, merger, revival, or modern milestone
Known for
PRX, Le Locle, Seastar, Heritage, T-Touch, sports timing, antimagnetic watches, and watches made from stone, wood, and synthetic materials.
Movements and innovation
Calibres, escapements, case construction, water resistance, electronic or quartz development, manufacturing methods, patents, and specialist suppliers.
Identification checklist
- Reference and serial numbers
- Movement calibre and jewel count
- Case material and dimensions
- Dial, hands, crown, crystal, bracelet, and inscriptions
Preservation guidance
Service considerations, originality, replacement parts, water-resistance assumptions, safe storage, and details that should be documented before restoration.
References and credits
Official manufacturer history, museum or archive sources, technical sheets, books, catalogues, advertisements, image credits, and provenance notes.