Tissot Couturier Powermatic 80 Day-Date Ref. T035.407.11.051.00
Dress-Casual Watch / Complications Watch (Day-Date) · Tissot, part of the Swatch Group. Positioned in the traditional mid-range tier, highly respected for offering Swiss quality and mechanical innovation at accessible price points.
Period: Modern Luxury (2000s-present) characterized by clean lines, versatile day-date complications, and integrated architectural case designs.
Type
Dress-Casual Watch / Complications Watch (Day-Date)
Brand
Tissot, part of the Swatch Group. Positioned in the traditional mid-range tier, highly respected for offering Swiss quality and mechanical innovation at accessible price points.
Movement
Swiss automatic self-winding movement, ETA C07.111 (Powermatic 80) base, operating at 21,600 vph (3 Hz), offering an impressive 80-hour power reserve and approximately 23 jewels.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 39 mm, case thickness: 10.8 mm, lug-to-lug distance: approximately 46 mm, lug width: 22 mm. Wears very comfortably and true to size.
Description
The Tissot Couturier Day-Date is a sophisticated blend of classic elegance and contemporary design. Inspired by the meticulous world of fashion and tailoring, the watch showcases clean geometry, a balanced dial layout with a full day display at 12 and date at 6, and robust everyday wearability powered by the high-tech Powermatic 80 movement.
Key Features
Symmetrical vertical day-date layout with a full spelling of the day of the week at 12 o'clock, integrated crown design, and a massive 80-hour power reserve.
Dial Description
Matte black dial featuring a striking stepped outer track, applied silver-toned faceted baton indices, luminous dauphine hands, a full day-of-the-week aperture at 12 o'clock, and a trapezoidal date window at 6 o'clock. The text 'TISSOT 1853' sits below the day display, while 'AUTOMATIC' and 'SWISS MADE' flank the date at the bottom.
Case Material
Stainless steel (316L) featuring a combination of polished surfaces on the bezel and brushed elements on the case body and lugs.
Crystal Type
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with flat profile and anti-reflective coating on the underside. The crystal exhibits some external smudges and light surface wear.
Bezel Details
Fixed smooth polished stainless steel bezel with a clean, sloping profile that seamlessly transitions into the case.
Crown & Pushers
Signed push-pull stainless steel crown featuring the historical Tissot 'T' logo, flanked by smooth case geometry without formal crown guards.
Bracelet or Strap
Stainless steel multi-link bracelet featuring alternating brushed and polished links, secured with a concealed butterfly deployment clasp.
Caseback Details
Exhibition screw-down sapphire crystal display case back revealing the decorated automatic movement and branded oscillating weight.
Movement Type
Swiss automatic self-winding movement, ETA C07.111 (Powermatic 80) base, operating at 21,600 vph (3 Hz), offering an impressive 80-hour power reserve and approximately 23 jewels.
Water Resistance
Rated to 10 bar (100 meters / 330 feet), suitable for everyday wear, swimming, and light recreational water sports, but not professional diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made, manufactured in Le Locle, Switzerland, utilizing an industrialized Swiss automatic movement.
Age Estimate
Modern production, likely circa 2015-2023 based on the Powermatic 80 generation and dial typography.
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of Swiss watchmaking, offering high-end complications like a full day-date display and an 80-hour power reserve at an entry-level luxury price point.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good overall condition. The case and bracelet show noticeable surface scratches and desk-diving scuffs consistent with regular wear. The crystal has smudges but appears structurally intact. The dial and hands remain pristine.
Value Estimate
Estimated secondary market value ranges from $250 to $450 USD depending on condition and inclusion of original box and papers, with retail MSRP around $675 USD.
Care & Maintenance
Recommended mechanical service interval of every 5 to 7 years. Avoid exposure to strong magnetic fields due to the standard escapement variants, and ensure the push-pull crown is fully pressed in before water exposure.
Similar Watches
Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date, Certina DS Action Day-Date, Mido Commander Gradient, Seiko Presage Cocktail Time.
Interesting Facts
The 'Powermatic 80' movement achieves its exceptional 80-hour power reserve by reducing the frequency to 3Hz, using a high-performance synthetic escapement material, and utilizing a longer mainspring barrel.