Tissot - Seastar Small Second - No reserve price - Unisex - 1900-1949

Tissot Seastar Small Second – Manual Wind – Silver Dial – 31 mm An elegant vintage Swiss timepiece with distinctive character, this Tissot Seastar combines a compact stainless-steel case with a silver dial and a beautifully balanced small-seconds display. Its stylised Arabic numerals, blue-toned hands and traditional manual-winding movement make it an appealing choice for collectors who appreciate understated mechanical watches with the charm of age. Technical Details Brand: Tissot Model: Seastar Small Second Case: Stainless steel Diameter: 31 mm, excluding the crown Crystal: Acrylic Dial: Silver dial with Arabic numerals and an outer minute track Hands: Blue-toned hour and minute hands Movement: Swiss mechanical Tissot movement, manual wind Functions: Hours, minutes and small seconds Small seconds: Recessed subdial at 6 o’clock with concentric circular detailing Case back: Solid, Tissot-signed back Water resistance: Not tested Strap: Generic black leather strap Wrist size: Suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 20 cm Accessories: Supplied with a generic presentation box Condition Report Grade B – Good condition, with signs of use consistent with age. The stainless-steel case presents scratches, small marks and wear around the bezel, lugs and case back. The silver dial shows scattered spotting and age-related patina, contributing to its vintage character. The numerals remain clearly legible, while the blue-toned hands and finely detailed small-seconds subdial provide an attractive contrast. The leather strap shows creasing and wear, including fraying around the edges. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description. Water resistance has not been tested. Contact with water should therefore be avoided unless the watch is professionally assessed, pressure-tested and resealed where appropriate. Story & Heritage This Tissot Seastar expresses the enduring appeal of a traditional Swiss mechanical watch: modest proportions, clear timekeeping and details that reward a closer look. At 31 mm, its case offers the discreet presence so characteristic of vintage wristwatches. The dial gives this example its individual personality. Expressive Arabic numerals surround a softly aged silver surface, while the blue-toned hands bring a subtle touch of colour. At 6 o’clock, the recessed seconds register introduces depth through its fine concentric pattern, creating a balanced focal point beneath the Tissot signature. Inside, the manually wound Tissot movement offers a direct connection between the watch and its wearer. Winding the crown becomes a small daily ritual, supplying the energy that keeps the mechanical seconds hand moving around its separate register. Paired with a simple black leather strap, this Seastar retains a restrained and versatile appearance. Its combination of stainless steel, attractive dial detailing and visible traces of time makes it an appealing piece for anyone drawn to the quiet character of vintage Swiss watchmaking. Internal Reference Number - Xtm. 222

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