Review of Tissot Men's T-Race Black Chronograph Dial Watch - T0484172705700

One of the most popular T-Race models is the T048.417.27.057.00 Black Chronograph Dial. Black is one of the most elegant colors for a watch and ensures that it can be worn at virtually any occasion, from informal get-togethers to the most formal parties, as well as with almost any wardrobe. Tissot innovation leadership is enabled by the development of high-tech products, special materials, and advanced functionality. Reading the time is easy with the Silvertone luminescent hands that contrast with the ebony dial face. The watch also boasts of a high level of functionality with the inclusion of a handy chronograph for the sports-minded man.

FEATURES

The dial features three sub-dials that are used to display the readings of the chronograph and measure elapsed time in 30-minute, 60-second and 1/10th-of-a-second intervals. This Watch features an oversized dial with a black face and Roman numerals at the 12, 9 and 6 positions rendered in a modern typeface.  In addition, there is a date window at the three o’clock position that displays the current date of the month. The chronograph has two functions. The ADD feature allows users to measure the elapsed time of several consecutive events without having to reset the watch in between readings. Every time a new measurement is made, the elapsed time is added to the previous total. The Split/Time feature allows users to stop the watch to make an intermediate reading of elapsed time without having to stop the timer. When the watch is restarted, the hands move forward to reflect the current elapsed time.

DESIGN

Chronograph - sub-dials displaying: three - 60 second, 30 minute and 1/10th of a second. ETA Caliber G10.211 quartz movement. Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with a black rubber strap. Fixed black PVD bezel. Black dial with luminous hands and index hour markers. Pull/push crown. Solid case back. Case size: 45.3 mm. Case thickness: 12.5 mm. Tachymeter scale around the inner bezel. Dial Type: Analog. Date display at the 3 o'clock position. Round case shape. Bandwidth: 21 mm. Deployment clasp. The watch is also suitable for use while swimming and bathing since it is water-resistant to a depth of 330 feet (100 meters).

ABOUT TISSOT

Tissot SA is a Swiss luxury watchmaker. The company was founded in Le Locle, Switzerland by Charles-Félicien Tissot and his son, Charles-Émile Tissot, in 1853. Since 1983, Tissot SA  has been a subsidiary of the Swiss Swatch Group. Tissot is not associated with another Swiss watchmaking firm, Mathey-Tissot.

CONS

To make it more fashionable and elegant, the wearer may want to replace the rubber strap to a metal band in some cases.

FINAL REMARKS

In Reality, Every T-Race watch is tough since they are designed to be worn during sports activities. Whether your sport is basketball, tennis, swimming or baseball, you can wear your T-Race without being concerned that your watch will sustain damage. And even if you are not a sports lover, you will still want to have this T-Race since it is an invaluable fashion accessory that greatly accentuates whatever you’re wearing, and can be worn to the office or to your next date.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Brand Model number Model Year Item Shape Dial window material type Display Type Clasp Metal stamp Case material Case diameter Case Thickness Band Material Band length Bandwidth Band Color Dial color Bezel material Bezel function Calendar Special features Item weight Movement Water resistant depth

Tissot T0484172705700 2010 Round Anti-reflective sapphire Analog Fold-over-clasp-with-double-push-button-safety None Stainless steel 45 millimeters 12.5 millimeters Rubber Men's Standard 21 millimeters Black Black Stainless steel Stationary Date Chronograph 4.64 Ounces Swiss quartz 330 Feet