Non-magnetism

By the 1920s, electricity has become part of daily life, but it magnetizes watches and affects their precision.

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In 1930, to solve this problem, Tissot creates the world’s first non-magnetic wristwatch.

Non-magnetism history

Non-magnetism history

Non-magnetism history

Non-magnetism history

The excellent results obtained by the Tissot Antimagnétique are corroborated by numerous scientific studies commissioned to the Swiss laboratory for watchmaking research of Neuchâtel, an independent body.

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To check the non-magnetic properties of its watches, Tissot installs state-of-the-art equipment on its premises, including the chrono-electromagnet. This one-of-a-kind device, ordered in 1938, allows technicians to generate magnetic fields of variable intensity.

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This innovation, which will have required more than ten years of research, is gradually applied to the whole Tissot collection. 

Non-magnetism history

Non-magnetism history

Non-magnetism history

Non-magnetism history