Product Description

Swiss quartz movement with small digital display at 6 o'clock position, Casual sports/hiking watch, Luminous hands and indexes, Small white indexes surround the outer dial, Titanium ratcheting bezel have directional N, S, E, W, Functions include: Altimeter, Chrono, Compass, Alarm, Thermo, Meteo (also written around the dial in white lettering), Sapphire crystal, Titanium bezel, crown, selector buttons and case, Titanium screw-in caseback, 30 meters/100 feet water resistant

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #13750 in Watches
• Brand: Tissot
• Model: T33.7.598.51
• Band material: Rubber
• Bezel material: Titanium
• Case material: Titanium
• Clasp type: fold-over-push-button-clasp-with-safety
• Dial color: black
• Dial window material: scratch-resistant-sapphire
• Movement type: swiss-quartz
• Water-resistant to 99 feet

Features

• Precise Swiss-Quartz movement
• Touch-screen technology with 8 separate functions: Altimeter, Chrono, Compass, Alarm, Thermometer, Barometer (Meteo), and Date and Time
• Easy to use - Activate by pressing on the crown and the touch-screen
• Case Diameter - 43 mm; Crystal - Tactile Scratch-Resistant Sapphire
• Water-resistant to 99 feet (30 M)

Amazon.com Product Description
Tissot brings its tradition of technological innovation to the T-Touch titanium men's analog/digital watch, which offers eight separate functions that are easily accessible via the watch's touch screen. In addition to precise, Swiss-manufactured timing features, the T-Touch also offers an altimeter, compass, thermometer, and barometer for tracking meteorological trends. The different functions are listed around the edge of the dial--just press that area of the dial to activate it. The watch case is made from solid titanium, which is nearly 50 percent lighter than steel, but 30 percent stronger. It's also particularly resistant to salt water corrosion, as well as hypo-allergenic--perfect for those with metal allergies.

The digital chronograph enables you to time events up to 10 hours, displaying results to 1/10th of a second, and it offers standard start/stop functionality as well as a split (intermediate) function. The large round silver titanium watch case measures 43mm (1.69 inches) wide and is topped by a rounded, bidirectional rotating bezel with engraved directional markings. It has a black dial face with large, luminous white hands. Other features include a black rubber strap, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and water resistance to 30 meters (99 feet).

About Tissot
For more than 150 years, Tissot has embodied the innovation and tradition of Swiss watch-making. Based in the Neuchâtel area of the Jura Mountains, in Le Locle, Switzerland, Charles-Félicien Tissot and his son Charles-Emile created the watch making company Tissot in 1853. Whether in the technology of its movements, in the research for special materials or in the very functions of the watch itself, Tissot's engineers and watchmakers have developed pioneering timepieces over the years. A member of the Swatch Group since 1985, Tissot watches are available in over 140 countries around the world.

Tissot uses the best movements (from ETA SA Manufacture Horlogère Suisse), the highest quality materials (316L steel, 18K gold, titanium) and scratchproof glasses (sapphire crystal--at least 2500 Vickers). The company's timepieces have also been chosen as official timekeepers for world championships in cycling, motorcycling, fencing and ice hockey.

About Tissot
For more than 150 years, Tissot has embodied the innovation and tradition of Swiss watch-making. Based in the Neuchâtel area of the Jura Mountains, in Le Locle, Switzerland, Charles-Félicien Tissot and his son Charles-Emile created the watch making company Tissot in 1853. Whether in the technology of its movements, in the research for special materials or in the very functions of the watch itself, Tissot's engineers and watchmakers have developed pioneering timepieces over the years.

Some of Tissot's triumphs over the years include the the Idea 2001 (the world's first plastic watch) released in 1971, the Rock watch (which set the timepiece's movement in a stone case made from Swiss Alps granite) in 1985, and the Wood watch from 1988 (with a completely wooden case). Tissot uses the best movements (from ETA SA Manufacture Horlogère Suisse), the highest quality materials (316L steel, 18K gold, titanium) and scratch-proof glasses (sapphire crystal--at least 2500 Vickers).

The company has been involved with high profile sports events since 1974 when they sponsored a racing car in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, France. Since then Tissot's timepieces have been chosen as official timekeepers for world championships in cycling, motorcycling, fencing and ice hockey. And Tissot is currently the the official watch and timekeeper of NASCAR.

Tissot timepieces have been worn by a bevy of celebrities over the years--including Grace Kelly, Elvis Presley and Nelson Mandela--and James Stewart's character L.B. Jefferies wore a Tissot timepiece in Alfred Hitchcock's "Rear Window." Today the company is represented in a variety of sporting fields by English soccer star Michael Owen, IndyCar driver Danica Patrick, and MotoGP world champion Nicky Hayden. Today, Tissot is a member of the Swatch Group, the world's largest watch producer and distributor.

Customer Reviews

nice watch - some comparison against Suunto Observer
I actually own the Tissot T33779851, but the workings of the models are virtually identical. I also have a Suunto Observer. While both these watches have similar functions, and the prices are roughly equal give or take $100, there are significant differences.

I have the T-touch with the rubber strap. If the shop does not adjust it for you, you have to do it yourself. You will need a small paperclip, and a scissors. Be careful! Once you cut ths strap, there is no going back! Be mindful that the Tissot clasp sits off center - observe the inside latch of the closed clasp and you will see what I mean. Factor that into your placement.

I have 2 minor gripes about the T-touch. First, the problem of fingerprints on the glass. I have found that if I use my knuckle to touch the glass, I do not leave marks on the glass as easily. Second, this watch has no light (which the Suunto Observer does) - oh, well - minor inconvenience.

On the plus side, I love the EASE of operation! The Suunto is SO COMPLICATED they actually give you a pocket cheat card to carry around with you to tell you how to operate the watch. Ugh! The T-touch, on the other hand, is almost intuitive to operate.

T-touch only has 30M water resist, while Observer has 100M. Also, the Tissot battery apparently has to be changed at the shop, while you can change the Suunto battery yourself.

Otherwise, I love the T-Touch, and it is my current fave watch.

Tissot T Touch Watch
Tissot has created a remarkable watch. My friends are all jealous. It has stayed accurate to 1/2 second per month. It seems impervious to water... although I do not push the buttons underwater. Would like some back lighting and a bit larger LCD screen. Would buy the orange one next because I am a watch junky. A superb work of design and functionality. Do not hesitate to invest in this master timepiece.

DO NOT buy on the internet... guarantee will be void. Only buy from authorized Tissot dealer, and be sure to register the purchase.

Internet Purchase Wasn't 5 Stars
I bought the watch here at Amazon and it's great. But I'd recommend buying it in a jewelry store instead. Amazon shipped it in a cardboard box that was much larger than necessary. They put one small plastic air cushion pillow in the box, which wasn't enough to keep the watch box from moving around inside the Amazon box during shipping. This seemed inadequate packaging for a $400+ watch.

Unless you have a monster wrist, you will need to have the rubber wrist strap sized by a jeweler anyway before you can wear it.

I'm hoping the watch is reliable (so far so good) because buying it here is really a grey market purchase without the manufacturer's warranty.