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OT Watch Guys: Opinions on Tissot?

Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:18 am
Posted by SirSaintly
Uptown, New Orleans
Member since Feb 2013
3187 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:18 am
Looking at getting a Tissot T Race for my sportier activities like kayaking, mtn biking, paddleboarding etc.

I'm being told Tissot is an ok watch brand. Obviously it's not high end, but I'm not looking for that.

Jomashop has some pretty good flash sales going on, so may pull trigger soon
Posted by MaHittaMaHitta
Member since May 2014
3199 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:24 am to


This one is multifunctional which makes it great for sporting activities. It has a calculator so you can accurately predict jump distances when biking, and the sweatband is perfect for keeping your forehead dry.
This post was edited on 7/10/18 at 9:58 am
Posted by Paluka
One State Over
Member since Dec 2010
10763 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:24 am to
I have a Tissot watch. It's durable and reliable. I love it.
Posted by LSU alum wannabe
Katy, TX
Member since Jan 2004
27778 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:26 am to
quote:

I'm being told Tissot is an ok watch brand. Obviously it's not high end, but I'm not looking for that.



Nothing wrong with Tissot.

I believe Jared’s carries them. Find a Jared’s try them all on and buy the one that makes you smile. Just buy it on JomaShop.
Posted by Epic Cajun
Lafayette, LA
Member since Feb 2013
37048 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:30 am to
quote:

Jomashop has some pretty good flash sales going on, so may pull trigger soon

They have constant sales, literally. I don't think the deals are ever better one day than they are the previous

I don't have any experience with Tissot, but the Tissot T Race looks way too big for me. If you have a larger wrist it may fit you well, though.
Posted by Sao
East Texas Piney Woods
Member since Jun 2009
68469 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:31 am to

Spelled backwards it's Toss it.
Posted by KyleOrtonsMustache
Krystal Baller
Member since Jan 2008
5184 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:44 am to
I’ve got the Tissot automatics III. It’s a been a good everyday watch and I’ve got no complaints. The T race isn’t my style but if you like it get it.
Posted by Disgeaux Bob
North Carolina
Member since Sep 2016
2833 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:45 am to
Had for 8 years. Never a problem.
Posted by TheEnglishman
On the road to Wellville
Member since Mar 2010
3296 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:46 am to
I have this exact watch. Love it. Very durable, keeps time well. No problems swimming with it or getting it shallow water wet.

Have had it for 6+ years

Posted by oilmanNO
Member since Oct 2009
2876 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 9:54 am to
Sao spelled backwards is arse
Posted by SouthOfSouth
Baton Rouge
Member since Jun 2008
43586 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 10:06 am to
I wear a Tissot every day. I have about 5-6 decent watches but I kept going back to my Tissot Automatic. I love it and would give nothing but the highest praise to it.

The one I have is this watch but with a silver band. I bought it on Jomashop probably 4 years ago and still havent had an issue even though I wear it every day, including in the shower, pool, lake, river, etc.

Posted by Alt26
Member since Mar 2010
35582 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 10:11 am to
It does what it's supposed to do...keep time. Just like a Timex, a Seiko, a Rolex, or a Patek Philippe If you are buying it because of a perceived "brand recognition", then don't. Tissot doesn't carry any sort of significant "clout" or prestige and you could get a probably get a Seiko for less that keeps time just as well and lasts forever.

That aside, if you really like the watch, then get it. That's really all that matters. I'm sure it will be fine. But IMO the higher price (if it is a relatively high priced watch) doesn't really bring anything special with it.
This post was edited on 7/10/18 at 10:12 am
Posted by Gaston
Dirty Coast
Member since Aug 2008
41694 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 10:23 am to
I'd want something less busy for a sports watch. Titanium with great visibility.

Just an example.
Posted by starsandstripes
Georgia
Member since Nov 2017
11897 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 10:42 am to
It's for gay Frenchies.

Be a man and wear Suunto or G-Shock.
Posted by Kcrad
Diamondhead
Member since Nov 2010
66933 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 10:50 am to
Get yourself a Patek Philippe Henry Graves Supercomplication. A very nice watch that will last you a lifetime. I have my Dad's, it still works fine and turns heads.
Posted by TigrrrDad
Member since Oct 2016
8108 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 11:16 am to
I have a MotoGP Tissot amd love it. Had it for years and it is durable, looks good, and is functional (i.e., when I look at it I can tell what time it is).
Posted by SirSaintly
Uptown, New Orleans
Member since Feb 2013
3187 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 11:38 am to
quote:

you are buying it because of a perceived "brand recognition


No. Just like to buy quality. This watch costs under $500, so I'm not getting it for anything other than its intended use. Sporty watch that can handle my active hobbies.. I'm assuming most people won't even know Tissot as I wasn't familiar with this brand either.
Posted by Clames
Member since Oct 2010
19557 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 11:46 am to
Tissot is just another name under the Swatch group (of which there are many). Hamilton is in the same middle-range group under Swatch so if you like Tissot then you'll probably find something by Hamilton that you'd like too. There's no difference in quality, both run ETA automatic or Swatch Group made quartz movements, so find what you like for the lowest price you can find. I have a Hamilton Khaki auto, paid $300, solid workhorse 2892 movement and zero issues with it.
Posted by soccerfüt
Location: A Series of Tubes
Member since May 2013
74810 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 11:51 am to
quote:

TheEnglishman
Figured you'd have a Robert Loomes...

Posted by shotcaller1
Member since Oct 2014
7501 posts
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:13 pm to
Spoken like a true baw
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