Tissot Watches: Buying Into History

Since the year 1853 Tissot watches have been ahead of the pack as pioneers of the watch industry. The company’s own signature “Innovators by Tradition” is a fantastic description of this historic Swiss watch manufacturer because innovation and high quality craftsmenship has always been their hallmark.

In recent times Tissot has become part of the world largest producer and distributor of watches, the Swatch group. Now their products are being sold in over 155 countries worldwide. It has been a long journey from the company’s humble beginnings, over one and a half centuries ago in the small town of Le Locle in Switzerland’s Jura Mountains.

It has been achievable for the company to lead the way for so long in innovative design due to their high tech product development using special materials and advance functionality. Tissot produce wide ranges of high quality watches at more affordable prices than any other watch manufacturer. This affordability does not mean compromise on the company’s commitment to excellence.

Official timekeeping.

Tissot has also been the official timekeeper of NASCAR,FIBA ,AFL ,CBA , Moto GP and the Championships of Ice Hockey, fencing and cycling. This shows commitment to high performance and precision watch making.

To this day they have continued to delight their dedicated customers with innovative products, keeping that relentless pioneering spirit which has taken the company through its journey of over 155 years.

Watch industry firsts.

Presenting a brand new first is not a strange thing for them to do. The first ever pocket watch with 2 time-zones came from Tissot in 1853, and lately they have revolutionized modern touch screen technology with their acclaimed T-Touch Watch. This has proven to hold the company in good stead. Now Tissot watches are being sold by 16,000 outlets over five continents proving that their products offer customers a huge range of diverse functions and styles to suit all tastes.

Over the last one and a half centuries many top famous people and key figures have worn these fantastic time pieces, including actress Sarah Bernhardt, singer Carmen Miranda, Elvis Presley, Grace Kelly and Nelson Mandela. Proving Tissot watches are a great accompaniment to a great person.

For your next watch purchase, why not consider Tissot.

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