Tissot T-Complication Skeleton Hand-Wound 43 mm Openworked Dial Black Leather Strap [T070.405.16.411.00]

Key Highlights

• Fully openworked display revealing the mechanical movement

• Swiss hand-wound construction based on the renowned ETA 6497 architecture

• Up to 52 hours of power reserve

• Small-seconds display positioned at 9 o’clock

• 43 mm 316L stainless-steel case

• Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with double-sided anti-reflective coating

• See-through exhibition caseback

• Super-LumiNova-coated hands

• Black alligator-style grained cowhide strap

• Butterfly clasp with push-button release

• Water resistance to 50 metres

The Tissot T-Complication Skeleton T070.405.16.411.00, also widely recognized by its original Squelette designation, transforms the mechanics of timekeeping into the central visual feature of the watch. Its openworked construction reveals the movement’s bridges, wheels, mainspring barrel and regulating components, creating a constantly changing mechanical display directly beneath the hands.

Rather than concealing its inner workings behind a conventional dial, the T-Complication Skeleton invites a closer appreciation of traditional watchmaking. The hours and minutes are complemented by a small-seconds display at 9 o’clock, while contrasting hands and markers help preserve legibility against the intricate mechanical background.

At its centre is a Swiss hand-wound mechanical movement built around the large-format ETA 6497 architecture. Winding the watch by hand creates a direct connection between its owner and the mechanism, while the movement delivers up to 52 hours of power reserve when fully wound. The expansive construction is especially well suited to skeletonization, allowing the individual components and flow of energy through the movement to remain clearly visible.

The round 43 mm case is crafted from 316L stainless steel and measures 11.99 mm thick. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides improves clarity when viewing the exposed movement. The see-through caseback provides a second perspective on the mechanical construction and decorative finishing.

A black strap made from alligator-style grained cowhide gives the architectural design a refined foundation. Its butterfly clasp with push-buttons offers a secure fit while helping preserve the shape of the leather. Super-LumiNova on the hands supports low-light visibility, and water resistance to 50 metres provides practical protection for everyday wear.

Distinctive without relying on excess decoration, the T-Complication Skeleton is created for enthusiasts who appreciate visible mechanics, traditional hand winding and the expressive character of an openworked Swiss movement.

A dramatic hand-wound skeleton watch that places the architecture of Swiss mechanical timekeeping directly on display.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Brand: Tissot

• Collection: T-Classic

• Model: T-Complication Skeleton

• Calibre Architecture: Skeletonized movement based on the ETA 6497

• Movement: Swiss hand-wound mechanical

• Power Reserve: Up to 52 hours

• Functions: Hours, minutes and small seconds

• Case Material: 316L stainless steel

• Case Diameter: 43.00 mm

• Case Thickness: 11.99 mm

• Lug Width: 22.00 mm

• Weight: 89 g

• Bezel Material: Stainless steel

• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal

• Crystal Coating: Double-sided anti-reflective coating

• Caseback: See-through exhibition caseback

• Dial: Openworked skeleton movement display

• Luminescence: Super-LumiNova on the hands

• Strap Material: Alligator-style grained cowhide with synthetic underside

• Strap Colour: Black

• Clasp: Butterfly clasp with push-buttons

• Water Resistance: 5 bar / 50 metres / 165 feet

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