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Tissot Carson Premium Powermatic 80 Automatic | Two-Tone | 40mm | New Old Stock | $895 MSRP
Offered for sale is a beautiful Tissot Carson Premium Powermatic 80, reference T122.407.22.033.00, featuring an elegant silver dial, traditional Roman numeral hour markers, rose-gold-tone accents, and Tissot’s celebrated Swiss automatic movement with an impressive 80-hour power reserve.
This particular example is offered as New Old Stock (NOS) and includes the original Tissot presentation box and retail hangtag showing an original MSRP of $895. Protective factory-style plastic remains on portions of the bracelet and clasp.
An excellent opportunity to acquire a classic Swiss automatic dress watch at a substantial discount from its original retail price.
THE HISTORY: TISSOT SINCE 1853
Founded in Le Locle, Switzerland, in 1853, Tissot is one of the most established and recognizable names in Swiss watchmaking, with more than 170 years of horological heritage.
Today, Tissot operates within the Swatch Group, the same Swiss watchmaking organization responsible for brands including Omega, Longines, and Breguet.
The Carson Premium collection represents the timeless, traditional side of Tissot’s catalog. Drawing inspiration from classic Swiss dress watches, the collection emphasizes refined proportions, elegant finishing, Roman numeral dials, and understated sophistication.
Unlike watches driven primarily by contemporary trends, the Carson Premium has a distinctly classical appearance that works equally well in professional, formal, and everyday settings.
THE POWERMATIC 80 AUTOMATIC MOVEMENT
One of this watch’s most compelling attributes is the Swiss-made Powermatic 80 movement.
Traditional automatic watches commonly offer approximately 38 to 42 hours of power reserve. The Powermatic 80 nearly doubles that figure, delivering up to 80 hours of running time when fully wound.
This means the watch can potentially be set aside on Friday evening and still be running Monday morning.
The movement winds automatically through normal wrist motion, eliminating the need for a battery, and is visible through the transparent exhibition caseback.
It is a well-regarded movement architecture that offers an appealing combination of Swiss mechanical watchmaking, modern efficiency, and practical everyday functionality.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Brand: Tissot
* Collection: Carson Premium
* Reference: T122.407.22.033.00
* Movement: Swiss Powermatic 80 Automatic
* Power Reserve: Up to 80 hours
* Case Diameter: 40mm
* Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel
* Finish: Two-Tone Stainless Steel and Rose-Gold-Tone PVD
* Dial: Silver with Black Roman Numeral Hour Markers
* Crystal: Scratch-Resistant Sapphire
* Caseback: Transparent Exhibition Caseback
* Bracelet: Two-Tone Stainless Steel with Folding Clasp
* Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
* Original Water Resistance Rating: 50 Meters
* Original Retail Price: $895
CONDITION: NEW OLD STOCK (NOS)
This watch is offered as New Old Stock, meaning unused older inventory rather than a newly manufactured watch.
It presents beautifully, with its handsome silver dial, polished two-tone case and bracelet, and original protective plastics still present on portions of the bracelet and clasp.
As is common with new old stock merchandise, please anticipate the possibility of minor cosmetic imperfections associated with storage, inventory movement, inspection, and handling over time.
This may include light surface marks, hairlines, or handling wear on the watch, caseback, bracelet, clasp, protective plastics, packaging, or other included contents. Some light marks are visible on the polished caseback.
These cosmetic considerations are disclosed for transparency and do not change the watch’s new old stock designation.
The original presentation box and retail hangtag are included as pictured. Packaging may likewise exhibit minor shelf or storage wear.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they show the actual watch and included accessories and form an important part of the condition description.
As with any mechanical watch held in inventory, a current movement service history, precise timekeeping rate, and full power reserve are not independently guaranteed. Water resistance has not been pressure tested. No representation is made regarding an active manufacturer’s warranty.
WHY THE CARSON PREMIUM?
The Carson Premium is an excellent example of accessible Swiss mechanical watchmaking.
Its combination of a genuine Swiss automatic movement, substantial 80-hour power reserve, sapphire crystal, exhibition caseback, timeless Roman numeral dial, and refined two-tone construction makes it an attractive alternative to considerably more expensive dress watches.
At 40mm, the case offers a versatile contemporary size while retaining the clean, traditional proportions expected of an elegant Swiss timepiece.
For collectors, it represents a well-executed mechanical offering from one of Switzerland’s longest-established watchmakers. For someone purchasing their first automatic watch, it offers a compelling introduction to traditional mechanical horology.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Originally carrying an $895 retail price, this Tissot Carson Premium Powermatic 80 offers a tremendous amount of Swiss watchmaking character and mechanical sophistication.
With its classic styling, impressive power reserve, and attractive two-tone finish, this is a watch that can transition effortlessly between business attire, formal occasions, and everyday wear.
Offered in New Old Stock condition with the original box and retail hangtag, it presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a beautifully designed Swiss automatic timepiece.
Please review all photographs and the condition disclosure carefully before purchasing. The exact watch and accessories pictured are what you will receive.
Thank you for looking!
