1020
Tissot
A fine and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “glossy” black pulsation dial, telemeter scale, signed “Omega” and “Tissot”
Estimate
HK$120,000 - 200,000
€13,100 - 21,800
$15,400 - 25,600
Sold For
HK$212,500
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Tissot
Year
Circa 1940’s
Case No
1’122’929
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Manual, cal. 5778, jeweled
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel pin buckle
Dimensions
37.5mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
An interesting period for chronograph wristwatches, the 1940’s was also an important period for manufacturers that was producing them. In an effort to sustain growth and financial success, Omega and Tissot joined forces to share resources after the financial crisis in 1929. The agreement was that Omega would manufacture the complex chronograph calibers and Tissot to manufacture the much simpler chronometer calibers. With that said, some examples from the 1940’s is double signed by Omega and Tissot.
The present stainless steel chronograph wristwatch is double signed Omega and Tissot. Powered by manual caliber 5778 and encased in a 37.5mm stainless steel case, the present chronograph wristwatch from the 1940’s is a perfect watch to wear today.
The present stainless steel chronograph wristwatch is double signed Omega and Tissot. Powered by manual caliber 5778 and encased in a 37.5mm stainless steel case, the present chronograph wristwatch from the 1940’s is a perfect watch to wear today.