Tissot - Calatrava - χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας - Άνδρες - 1950-1959

Tissot Calatrava – Vintage Swiss Mechanical Dress Watch – Champagne Dial – 34 mm

Elegant Mid-Century Swiss Watchmaking from One of Switzerland’s Most Respected Historic Brands

Offered for auction is a beautiful vintage Tissot Calatrava, a refined and minimalist Swiss mechanical dress watch that perfectly captures the timeless elegance of classic mid-century horology.

Featuring a slim chromed case, warm champagne dial, and understated Calatrava-inspired proportions, this piece reflects the golden era of Swiss watch design — where balance, simplicity, and elegance defined true luxury.

The clean dial layout, gilt markers, and thin dauphine-style hands give the watch a sophisticated and highly wearable vintage character.

Technical Details

Brand: Tissot

Model: Calatrava Style Dress Watch

Movement: Swiss mechanical manual-winding Tissot movement

Functions:

Hours
Minutes
Central seconds

Case Material: Chromed case

Case Diameter: 34 mm

Crystal: Acrylic crystal

Dial: Champagne dial with gilt markers and applied Arabic numeral at 12 o’clock

Water Resistance: Untested for water resistance

Strap: Generic brown leather strap
Fits wrist up to approx. 20 cm

Condition: Grade B – signs of use and aging consistent with age and careful vintage wear

Accessories: Generic box
No papers

The elegant champagne dial displays a beautiful warm vintage tone that pairs perfectly with the gold-colored indexes and hands.

Its balanced Calatrava-inspired design emphasizes symmetry and simplicity, creating a timeless aesthetic that remains highly desirable among collectors today.

The slender chromed case preserves the elegant proportions typical of classic 1950s–1960s Swiss dress watches, while the acrylic crystal enhances the authentic vintage appearance.

Inside beats a reliable Swiss Tissot mechanical movement, representing the traditional craftsmanship and precision for which the brand has been respected for more than 170 years.

Story & Heritage

Founded in 1853, Tissot became one of the pillars of Swiss watchmaking through its dedication to elegant design, technical innovation, and accessible luxury.

During the mid-20th century, Tissot produced a remarkable range of dress watches inspired by the famous “Calatrava” style — a design philosophy centered around purity, proportion, and timeless sophistication.

These watches were created during an era when a wristwatch was more than a practical object; it was a symbol of refinement, precision, and personal taste.

Today, vintage Tissot dress watches are increasingly appreciated for their authenticity, elegant restrained design, and the charm that only true vintage Swiss watches can offer.

This piece stands as a beautiful example of that philosophy — understated, elegant, and effortlessly timeless.

A charming and authentic vintage Tissot mechanical watch with elegant Calatrava styling and classic Swiss character.

The watch will be carefully packaged and shipped insured.

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Internal Reference Number - Xtm. 87