Tissot Ballade COSC Powermatic 80 Silicium Watch 2 Bracelets T108.408.22.278.00

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THIS WATCH INCLUDES TWO BRACELET OPTIONS: The stock two-toned rose gold bracelet with butterfly clasp, and the identical construction all-steel version of the same bracelet with butterfly clasp (an additional $250 retail value). The second bracelet was provided by Tissot and includes the original packaging. The dual bracelet option allows for additional flexibility that allows you to chose exactly how much two-toned goodness that you want to wear. Both bracelets quickly interchange with standard springbars, and are currently sized for a 7.5 inch wrist with additional links provided. This watch also includes a Tissot canvas zipper tote bag. TISSOT BALLADE POWERMATIC 80 SILICIUM The Tissot Ballade Powermatic 80 Silicium functions as one of Tissot's flagship models in their brand line up, offering an incredibly refined and sleek model that is great for both the seasoned collector and the high-end consumer alike. With the combination of fluted bezel, gilloche dial to sector dial layout, the ballade takes on a traditional look of elegance that you would often need to pay many thousands of dollars to achieve. The beauty of the Ballade design is the marriage of capability utilising Tissot's construction, both with highly competent movements and durable materials, placed into a platform that can take the knocks of daily life. If you've been looking for a semi-formal watch that can be worn in business formal environments, then dressed down to more casual events with the right strap and bracelet combination, the Ballade is a fantastic choice. This watch is now discontinued and is becoming quite rare and hard to find as a brand new watch. At the pinnacle of Tissot's platform and movement design, The Ballade COSC Silicium uses Tissot's high-end Powermatic Silicium COSC 80-81 movement that offers an 80 hour power reserve that is Swiss Chronometer Certified (COSC). Thanks to the Silicium model's silicone balance spring, the watch maintains a greater level of magnetic resistance when compared to regular watches with a steel balance spring. NOTE: The Powermatic 80 Silicium 80-81 movement is not the same movement used in the PRX. Due to the COSC requirements, the Silicium movement does not use the plastic escapement from the PRX and lower powermatic models. The Powermatic 80 Silicium COSC sits at the top of Tissot's current movement design and capabilities, as the most rugged and accurate movement available in the greater Tissot lineup. Please google "Tissot Powermatic 80 Silicium" for Tissot's video on the movements unique capabilities if you're interested in more information. The watch employs a time-tested and classic two-toned stainless steel case that implements rose gold accents, through to the fine details on the watches' dial. The original bracelet also implements the rose gold accents, however with the secondary bracelet can be swapped over to the steel-only option on the second bracelet. The Ballade uses a surprisingly thin 41mm case design that wears on considerably smaller than the size would suggest, feeling closer to 39mm mm. The watch uses 20mm lugs, making this one an incredible strap monster, capable of taking a range of formal and casual straps. The watch also uses saphire crystal front and back, to increase the durability and scratch resistance of the model. The Tissot Ballade Powermatic 80 Silicium offers an incredible platform to those looking for a more formal watch that doesn't need to be babied or handled with extreme care. While the watch has more formal-looks, the construction, materials and movement scream sports watch, giving the wearer an incredibly accurate and tough watch, that would look completely at home on in a corporate boardroom while also being fully capable on the hiking trail. The Ballade model became the halo watch of the Tissot brand, sitting above even the Gentlemen and PRX models as something a little bit special. This watch is brand new and was purchased for photography and review. The watch includes the original box, manuals, packaging, warranty card, and the additional packaging form the second bracelet. This watch was never worn outside of the photo studio and is in new condition, however there may be very minor surface scratches on the underside of the watch and bracelet from the photography process. The watch case and crystal are immaculate with no signs of wear. This watch sells and ships from Canada and is available for purchase internationally. The buyer assumes responsibility for import duties and taxes on international orders placed outside of Canada. Please refer to your government's websites for imports and international purchases for more information specific to your region. WATCH SPECIFICATIONS: Case Size 41 Case Thickness 9.6 mm Case Material Stainless Steel Case Shape Round Case Back Display Band Band Material Stainless Steel Band Type Bracelet Band Color Two-tone (Silver-tone and Rose Gold PVD), Stainless Steel Band Width 20 mm Clasp Butterfly Dial Dial Color Silver Opaline Type Analog Crystal Scratch Resistant Sapphire Hands Rose Gold-tone Dial Markers Index Second Markers Roman Numerals appear at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions. Arabic Numeral Minute Markers (at 5 minute intervals). Minute Markers around the outer rim Bezel Fixed Bezel Color Rose Gold PVD Bezel Material Stainless Steel Crown Pull / Push Information Brand Tissot Collection Name Ballade Gender Mens Model T108.408.22.278.00 Watch Label Swiss Made Movement Automatic Engine Powermatic 80.811 Power Reserve 80 hours Features Water Resistance 50 meters / 165 feet Calendar Date display at the 3 o'clock position Functions Date, Hour, Minute, Second, Chronometer Watch Features Analog, Stainless Steel, Gold, Chronometer Certified (COSC)