Tissot Gentleman Quartz Blue Dial (Ref. T127.410.16.041.01)
Dress/Everyday Tool Watch · Tissot (Swatch Group); Mid-range luxury tier. Tissot is one of the largest Swiss watchmakers by volume, known for being the 'entryway' to Swiss luxury.
Period: Modern Luxury (2010s-Present): Characterized by a 'neo-vintage' aesthetic that blends 1960s dress watch proportions with modern manufacturing, large polished surfaces, and a sunray dial.
Type
Dress/Everyday Tool Watch
Brand
Tissot (Swatch Group); Mid-range luxury tier. Tissot is one of the largest Swiss watchmakers by volume, known for being the 'entryway' to Swiss luxury.
Movement
Swiss Quartz, ETA F06.115 Caliber, 3 jewels, featuring EOL (End-of-Life) battery indicator.
Dimensions
40mm Case Diameter, 8.5mm Thickness, 48mm Lug-to-Lug, 21mm Lug Width. It wears slightly larger than 40mm due to the long, prominent lugs.
Description
The Tissot Gentleman is designed as a versatile 'GADA' (Go Anywhere, Do Anything) watch. It mimics the aesthetic of high-end steel sports watches like the Rolex Datejust but at a fraction of the cost. The deep blue sunburst dial provides incredible light play, transitioning from nearly black to vibrant cobalt depending on the angle.
Key Features
Polished 'crosshair' dial design; faceted indices that catch light; domed sapphire crystal; multi-finish case (brushed and polished).
Dial Description
Deep blue sunray finish with 'crosshair' cross-hairs detail; applied faceted baton indices; luminous dauphine hands; date window at 3 o'clock with a polished frame.
Case Material
316L Stainless Steel with a high-polished fixed bezel and brushed lugs/case flanks.
Crystal Type
Scratch-resistant domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.
Bezel Details
Fixed, high-polished stainless steel smooth bezel.
Crown & Pushers
Push-pull non-screw-down crown with 'T' logo embossing; no crown guards to maintain a sleek profile.
Bracelet or Strap
Black embossed cow-leather strap with alligator-style grain; features a stainless steel butterfly (deployant) clasp with push-buttons.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down caseback containing the Tissot crest, reference number, and water resistance specifications.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz, ETA F06.115 Caliber, 3 jewels, featuring EOL (End-of-Life) battery indicator.
Water Resistance
100 Meters (10 bar / 330 ft); suitable for swimming and rain, but the leather strap should be swapped for rubber or steel if used for water activities.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made; Manufacture based in Le Locle, Switzerland. Uses an ETA movement (also Swatch Group owned).
Age Estimate
Modern production, circa 2019-present.
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of Swiss luxury; widely considered one of the best value-for-money 'first serious watches' for young professionals.
Condition Notes
Good to Very Good condition. Visible scratching on the high-polished bezel (typical for this model) and light scuffs on the lugs. The leather strap shows some creasing from wear.
Value Estimate
Retail Approx. $375-$400 USD; Secondary Market $200-$275 USD depending on condition.
Care & Maintenance
Battery changes typically required every 3-4 years; check water resistance gaskets every 2 years; clean the leather strap with a damp cloth and avoid soaking.
Similar Watches
Rolex Datejust 41 (High-end alternative), Seiko SARB033/035 (Discontinued Japanese alternative), Casio Oceanus OCW-S100 (Technical quartz alternative).
Interesting Facts
The 'Gentleman' line was originally released with the Powermatic 80 silicon hairspring movement before this quartz version was introduced to provide a more accessible price point for the same iconic design.