Tissot - Automatic - Red Second - No reserve price - Men - 1950-1959

Tissot – Automatic Red Second – Vintage Swiss Dress Watch

Offered for auction is a charming and highly collectible Tissot Automatic Red Second, a beautiful vintage Swiss dress watch that perfectly captures the minimalist elegance and refined design language of mid-century watchmaking.

This classic Tissot features a refined 34 mm chromed case, offering elegant proportions and a timeless wrist presence that wears beautifully even by modern standards. The case showcases clean lines, slim lugs, and understated sophistication typical of Tissot’s most desirable vintage automatic models.

The watch is fitted with a stunning silver hair cross dial, one of its most attractive features. The delicate crosshair layout gives the dial depth and symmetry, while the naturally developed vintage patina adds exceptional character and authenticity. Fine spotting and aging across the dial create a warm, unique charm that collectors actively seek in honest vintage timepieces.

What truly elevates this piece is the striking red central seconds hand, adding a subtle but sporty contrast to the otherwise elegant monochromatic design. Combined with the applied indexes and classic dauphine-style hands, the watch offers a beautiful balance between sophistication and vintage character.

Protected by an acrylic crystal, the dial retains the warm visual appeal only vintage watches can offer.

Inside beats a reliable Swiss automatic Tissot movement, representing the brand’s strong heritage in precision mechanical watchmaking. The movement delivers classic functionality with hours, minutes, and central seconds.

The watch is paired with a generic black leather strap, which complements the vintage aesthetic perfectly and fits wrists up to 21 cm.

Presented with a generic box, this is an attractive vintage Tissot for both collectors and enthusiasts seeking a refined daily-wear classic.

Technical Details

Brand: Tissot
Model: Automatic Red Second
Movement: Swiss Automatic Tissot Movement
Case Material: Chromed Case
Case Diameter: 34 mm
Crystal: Acrylic Glass
Dial: Silver Hair Cross Dial with Beautiful Age Patina
Strap: Generic Leather Strap
Strap Size: Fits wrist up to 21 cm
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds
Water Resistance: Untested
Box: Generic Box

Condition Report

The watch is presented in Grade B condition, showing visible signs of wear consistent with age and normal use.

The chromed case shows signs of wear, scratches, and aging, particularly around the edges and case back, consistent with decades of careful use.
The acrylic crystal shows light traces of wear appropriate for its age.
The dial remains highly attractive, featuring a beautiful natural patina with visible aging and spotting that enhances its vintage appeal.
The movement appears clean and well preserved for its age.

Please study all photos carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and accurately represent the watch’s cosmetic condition.

Water resistance has not been tested.

Story & Heritage

Founded in 1853 in Le Locle, Switzerland, Tissot quickly established itself as one of the most respected names in Swiss horology. Known for combining innovation, reliability, and elegant design, Tissot has produced some of the most accessible yet highly respected Swiss mechanical watches in history.

During the golden era of Swiss watchmaking in the 1950s and 1960s, Tissot produced a remarkable range of automatic dress watches celebrated for their understated elegance and excellent mechanical reliability.

This Automatic Red Second is a beautiful example from that era—clean, balanced, and full of character. The crosshair dial design reflects the era’s obsession with symmetry and precision, while the red seconds hand introduces a subtle touch of personality and sportiness.

Today, watches like this are appreciated not only for their mechanical heritage but also for their authentic vintage charm—something impossible to replicate in modern production.

Elegant, honest, and rich in character, this Tissot represents everything collectors love about classic Swiss vintage watches.

Internal Reference Number - ITA 145