Tissot Carson Premium Powermatic 80 (Ref. T122.407.16.043.00)
Dress Watch · Tissot (The Swatch Group). Tissot is a 'Premium' tier heritage brand known for offering high-specification Swiss watchmaking at accessible price points.
Period: Modern Luxury (2010s-Present) with Neo-Classical influence. The style is defined by thin lugs, a narrow bezel, and the usage of traditional Roman numerals paired with a contemporary sunray dial finish.
Type
Dress Watch
Brand
Tissot (The Swatch Group). Tissot is a 'Premium' tier heritage brand known for offering high-specification Swiss watchmaking at accessible price points.
Movement
Automatic, Tissot Powermatic 80 (Caliber 11.511 / ETA C07.111). Features a frequency of 21,600 bph (3Hz), 23 jewels, and a signature 80-hour power reserve.
Dimensions
Case Diameter: 40mm, Thickness: 10.3mm, Lug-to-Lug: 48mm, Lug Width: 20mm. It wears true to size but appears larger due to the thin bezel and expansive dial.
Description
The Tissot Carson Premium is a quintessential dress watch designed to be a versatile daily companion. It balances traditional Roman numerals with a striking blue sunburst dial that catches the light dynamically. Its thin profile allows it to slide easily under a shirt cuff, while the Powermatic 80 movement provides three days of autonomy, making it an ideal choice for the modern professional.
Key Features
80-hour power reserve, leaf-shaped hands, double-radius case design, and the applied Roman indices which are rare at this price point compared to printed alternatives.
Dial Description
Sunray blue dial with a dual-texture aesthetic: a central sunburst disc surrounded by a circular brushed track. Features applied silver-tone Roman numeral indices, leaf-shaped (feuille) hands, and a date window at 6 o'clock.
Case Material
316L Stainless Steel with a high-polished finish on the bezel, lugs, and case sides.
Crystal Type
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a flat profile; appears to have an internal anti-reflective coating.
Bezel Details
Fixed, polished stainless steel 'double-step' style bezel that transitions smoothly into the mid-case.
Crown & Pushers
Push-pull crown at 3 o'clock with a fluted texture and the Tissot 'T' embossed on the face. No crown guards.
Bracelet or Strap
Dark blue cowhide leather strap with alligator-style embossed grain and tonal stitching; stainless steel standard pin buckle (tang) with Tissot branding.
Caseback Details
Exhibition/display caseback with sapphire or mineral glass window revealing the movement and the 'Waves of Time' engraved rotor; screw-down or snap-on depending on specific production batch.
Movement Type
Automatic, Tissot Powermatic 80 (Caliber 11.511 / ETA C07.111). Features a frequency of 21,600 bph (3Hz), 23 jewels, and a signature 80-hour power reserve.
Water Resistance
5 bar (50 meters / 165 feet). Suitable for splashes and brief immersion, but not recommended for swimming or showering, especially to protect the leather strap.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. Manufactured in Le Locle, Switzerland. Uses an in-house modified movement based on an ETA architecture (exclusive to Swatch Group brands).
Age Estimate
Circa 2019-present. This specific reference is part of the modern Carson Premium collection launched in the late 2010s.
Cultural Significance
A representative of the 'democratization' of Swiss movements; Tissot has led the charge in providing long-power-reserve mechanical watches to the general public, moving away from the quartz dominance of the late 20th century.
Condition Notes
Based on the image, the watch appears to be in Excellent condition. The polished bezel shows minimal micro-scratching, the sapphire crystal is clear, and the leather strap retains its original luster without significant creasing.
Value Estimate
MSRP: Approximately $600-$700 USD. Secondary Market: $350-$500 USD depending on the inclusion of the original box and warranty card.
Care & Maintenance
Recommended mechanical service every 5–7 years. Keep away from strong magnetic fields (laptops, speakers). The leather strap should be kept dry to prevent degradation. Wipe with a microfiber cloth after wear.
Similar Watches
Frederique Constant Classics Index (similar dress aesthetic), Hamilton American Classic Valiant (Roman numerals, lower power reserve), Seiko Presage 'Cocktail Time' (textured dial, Japanese movement).
Interesting Facts
The 'Powermatic 80' movement is a modern marvel achieved by lowering the frequency from 4Hz to 3Hz and using a high-tech synthetic escapement, allowing a much longer power reserve than standard ETA 2824-2 movements.