How to choose a Tissot watch

    Tissot is a leader among accessible Swiss watch brands. Many people in China enjoy wearing Tissot watches, which speaks to their standing in our hearts. Below, Watch Home provides a guide for those planning to purchase a Tissot watch.

Recommendation to purchase authentic pieces

    When selecting a dealer, ensure you purchase from an authorised watch retailer, as non-authorised sources offer no quality guarantee. For those who prefer online shopping, do not be misled by deep discounts; be wary of prices that are too low. Luxury watches in physical stores are typically discounted by around ten percent. While there are trustworthy websites, always verify if the warranty card bears the stamp of an authorised physical store and the brand, and confirm if an invoice is provided. Although an invoice is not strictly related to the warranty, it should be available; if it is not, exercise caution.

Choose a style you like

    Once you have purchased a Tissot watch, you will likely wear it for a long time; failing to choose the style carefully can lead to significant regret. Luxury watches are valuable items, and once sold, they cannot be returned or exchanged unless there is a quality issue. Therefore, do not be tempted by minor price savings if the style is not to your liking.

Carefully inspect the watch exterior

    Inspect the external components: check the case for sand holes or obvious scratches, ensure the edges are symmetrical, verify that the seal between the case back and the main case is tight, and check that the distance between the lugs and the case is equal. Ensure the sapphire crystal is free of defects and scratches, and is clear and bright. Check that the dial and hands have a high-quality finish without blemishes, and that the dial markers or luminescence are intact.

Check the sensitivity of the watch

    Gently shake a watch that has stopped and is not wound, using the motion to observe the second hand: if the second hand stops within a very short time, it indicates that the watch can run through its full power reserve (meaning the mainspring has no remaining torque), signifying high sensitivity. If the second hand continues to move for a long time, it suggests the watch cannot run through its full power reserve (meaning the mainspring still holds torque), indicating low sensitivity or a fault in the movement.

    For a watch that has stopped, slowly turn the crown and observe when the second hand begins to move: the fewer turns required to start the second hand, the higher the sensitivity of the watch; conversely, a higher number of turns indicates lower sensitivity or a potential fault. Note, however, that high-beat watches have stiffer hairsprings and require slightly more winding to start compared to traditional frequency (18000 vibrations per hour) movements. A highly sensitive watch will run for a longer duration after being fully wound.

Check the clearance and position of the watch hands

    There should be sufficient clearance between the hands and the crystal, the dial, and between the hands themselves to prevent friction that could affect the movement. Check this by adjusting the time. To verify the alignment of the hour and minute hands: set them to 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock to see if they form a right angle; set them to 6 o'clock to see if they form a straight line; and set them to 12 o'clock to see if they overlap.

Check the watch winding mechanism

   Watch Home reminds you that winding a normal watch should feel effortless. When turning the crown to wind, it should feel loose at first, gradually becoming tighter; when the crown can no longer be turned, the mainspring is fully wound and the mechanism is working correctly. If you hear an abnormal clicking sound or feel the gears slipping while winding, it indicates a fault in the winding mechanism.

Check the watch setting mechanism

    Setting the time should be smooth, reliable, and the hands should move evenly. During inspection, focus on the friction between the minute wheel and the centre wheel axis. If there is no feeling of excessive looseness or tightness, the friction and lubrication are normal. Otherwise, there is a fault in the mechanism.