Offered for sale is an original Tissot T12 “UFO” automatic vintage watch, a highly recognizable model from Tissot’s late 1960s–early 1970s production, nicknamed “UFO” by collectors due to its distinctive rounded cushion case design.

The T12 line was developed as a robust sports watch, and the UFO variant stands out for its bold case architecture, excellent wrist presence, and reliable Swiss automatic movement.

Technical Specifications
• Brand: Tissot
• Model: T12 “UFO”
• Movement: Swiss automatic movement (Tissot)
• Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds
• Case: Stainless steel, rounded cushion (“UFO”) design
• Dial: Original dial (see photos), with vintage patina consistent with age
• Hour markers: Applied indices with luminous material
• Hands: Original Tissot hands
• Crystal: Acrylic (plexiglass), period correct
• Case size: Approx. 38–40 mm (excluding crown, )
• Strap: stainlessteel (replacement, not original)
• Country of manufacture: Swiss Made

Condition
• The watch is running at the time of listing.
• Timekeeping accuracy is not guaranteed, as this is a vintage watch without documented recent service.
• Case shows normal wear consistent with age, preserving its original tool-watch character.
• Dial appears original, with honest aging highly appreciated by collectors.
• Crystal shows light surface marks typical for vintage acrylic.

⚠️ Important notice:
Although the T12 line was designed as a robust sports watch, water resistance is NOT guaranteed on vintage watches unless recently serviced and pressure tested.

Collectibility & Appeal

The Tissot T12 UFO is sought after due to:
• Its iconic cushion/UFO case design
• Strong 1970s Swiss sports-watch aesthetics
• Reliable in-house Swiss automatic movement
• Increasing interest in bold, non-round vintage cases
fully service
Original examples are becoming harder to find, especially in unmodified condition.

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