Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial combines traditional Swiss elegance with the convenience and precision of a quartz movement. Designed with a refined 40 mm stainless-steel case, sophisticated black dial and classic leather strap, this reference offers a timeless aesthetic suited to both professional and formal environments.
Tissot positions the Bridgeport collection within its Classic Traditional family, and the design reflects that philosophy clearly. The clean round case, Roman numeral and index combination, restrained black dial and leather strap create a watch that avoids unnecessary decoration while maintaining a strong sense of refinement.
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial measures 40 mm in both width and length, with a slim thickness of just 8.64 mm. This gives the watch a discreet profile that sits comfortably beneath a shirt cuff and reinforces its dress-oriented character.
Its 316L stainless-steel case provides durability and corrosion resistance, while the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protects the black dial from the everyday marks that can affect less durable materials.
Inside, a Swiss Quartz three-hand movement delivers accurate and dependable timekeeping. A practical date display and EOL battery end-of-life indicator further improve everyday usability.
The watch is completed by a black leather strap with an alligator-style grain and butterfly clasp with push-buttons, creating a refined finishing touch that complements the traditional Bridgeport design.
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Refined 40mm Proportions
The proportions of the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial are one of its strongest characteristics.
The case measures 40 mm wide and 40 mm long, with a thickness of only 8.64 mm and a lug width of 20 mm. The complete watch weighs approximately 63 g.
These dimensions create a balanced presence on the wrist without making the watch feel bulky.
The relatively slim case is particularly important for a traditional dress-oriented design. It allows the watch to slide easily beneath a shirt cuff while maintaining enough diameter to feel contemporary.
At approximately 63 g, the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial also remains light enough for extended daily wear.
The result is a watch that combines visible presence with understated comfort.
Timeless Black Dial
The black dial gives the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial a timeless and highly versatile appearance.
Tissot officially specifies a combination of Roman numerals and index hour markers, reinforcing the classical character of the model.
The contrast between the black dial and polished stainless-steel case creates a refined aesthetic that works naturally with business attire, formal clothing and smart-casual outfits.
Unlike trend-driven dial colours, black remains one of the most enduring choices in watch design.
This makes the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial especially suitable for someone looking for a watch that will remain visually relevant over many years.
A discreet date display adds useful functionality without interrupting the clean layout.
Swiss Quartz Precision
Inside the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is a Swiss Quartz three-hand movement.
Tissot specifies a Renata 371 battery operating at 1.55 V, together with an EOL battery end-of-life indicator and date functionality. The movement measures approximately 25.6 mm in diameter.
Quartz technology offers excellent accuracy with minimal maintenance.
Unlike an automatic watch, there is no need for regular winding or continuous wrist movement to maintain a mechanical power reserve.
This makes the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial particularly convenient for everyday ownership.
The EOL system provides advance warning when the battery is approaching replacement time, allowing the owner to service the watch before it stops unexpectedly.
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316L Stainless-Steel Case
The case of the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is manufactured from 316L stainless steel.
Tissot also specifies a stainless-steel bezel, keeping the construction consistent throughout the watch.
316L stainless steel is widely used in quality Swiss watchmaking because it offers durability, corrosion resistance and a refined polished appearance.
On the Bridgeport, the steel case provides the perfect frame for the black dial.
The combination creates a traditional black-and-steel aesthetic that feels formal without becoming overly decorative.
This restrained approach is one of the reasons the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial remains so versatile.
Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal
Tissot protects the dial with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
Sapphire provides excellent resistance to normal everyday scratching and helps preserve the clarity of the watch over time.
This is particularly valuable on a traditional dress watch, where clean surfaces and visual refinement are central to the design.
The sapphire crystal allows the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial to maintain its polished appearance despite regular use.
Combined with the stainless-steel case, it provides a durable foundation beneath the watch’s elegant exterior.
Elegant Black Leather Strap
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is paired with a black leather strap reference T600035946.
Tissot specifies an alligator-style grained cowhide front with a synthetic backing, giving the strap a traditional appearance while maintaining practical everyday comfort.
The black leather complements the dial perfectly, reinforcing the monochromatic and formal character of the watch.
Rather than using a conventional pin buckle, Tissot equips the strap with a butterfly clasp with push-buttons.
This provides secure fastening while helping reduce repeated bending of the leather during normal use.
The result is a strap system that combines traditional aesthetics with modern practicality.
50m Water Resistance
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is water resistant to 5 bar / 50 metres / 165 feet.
This level of protection is appropriate for a classic dress-oriented watch.
It provides resistance against everyday exposure such as rain, hand washing and accidental splashes.
The Bridgeport is not designed as a diving or sports watch, but its 50 m rating adds useful reassurance for normal daily wear.
Combined with sapphire crystal and stainless-steel construction, the watch offers practical durability while preserving its refined appearance.
Traditional Elegance for Everyday Wear
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial balances traditional styling with modern convenience.
Its 40 mm dimensions feel contemporary, while the slim 8.64 mm profile maintains the elegance expected from a dress watch.
The black dial and Roman numeral detailing create a timeless appearance, while Swiss Quartz precision ensures straightforward ownership.
The sapphire crystal provides protection, the leather strap reinforces the formal aesthetic and the date display adds everyday practicality.
For someone seeking a watch capable of moving naturally from business meetings to evening occasions, the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is particularly well suited.
Classic Swiss Style Without Excess
The appeal of the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial lies in its restraint.
There are no oversized complications, unnecessary decorative elements or aggressive sports-watch styling.
Instead, Tissot focuses on proportion, clarity and traditional detailing.
The combination of a black dial, Roman numerals, polished stainless steel and leather creates a design that remains sophisticated without demanding attention.
Swiss Quartz precision, sapphire crystal and a practical date display ensure the watch remains functional as well as elegant.
For someone looking for a refined Swiss Made timepiece with timeless style and exceptional everyday versatility, the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is an excellent choice.
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Who Is This Watch For?
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is designed for someone who appreciates traditional Swiss watchmaking aesthetics but prefers the accuracy and convenience of a quartz movement.
Its combination of a 40 mm stainless-steel case, slim 8.64 mm profile, black dial and elegant leather strap makes it particularly suitable for professional, formal and smart-casual environments. The understated proportions allow the watch to complement an outfit rather than dominate it.
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is also an excellent choice for someone looking for a dependable everyday Swiss watch without the winding requirements of a mechanical movement. Its quartz calibre provides straightforward ownership, while the EOL battery indicator adds useful practicality.
For buyers who value timeless design, sapphire crystal, Swiss precision and classic leather-strap styling, the Bridgeport offers a refined and versatile combination.
Why Choose the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial?
The appeal of the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial comes from its ability to combine traditional styling with modern everyday convenience.
Its round 316L stainless-steel case measures 40 mm in diameter and only 8.64 mm thick, giving the watch an elegant profile that works particularly well beneath a shirt cuff.
The black dial combines Roman numerals and indexes, reinforcing the traditional character of the Bridgeport collection. Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal provides excellent protection, while the Swiss Quartz movement delivers precise and reliable timekeeping.
A practical date function, EOL battery indicator and 50 m water resistance add everyday functionality without compromising the refined appearance.
Completed by an alligator-style grained black cowhide strap and butterfly clasp with push-buttons, the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is an elegant Swiss Made watch designed for effortless everyday ownership.
Why You’ll Love It
- Timeless Bridgeport design
- Elegant black dial
- Roman numeral and index hour markers
- Balanced 40 mm case
- Slim 8.64 mm profile
- Lightweight 63 g construction
- 316L stainless-steel case
- Stainless-steel bezel
- Swiss Quartz precision
- Practical date function
- EOL battery end-of-life indicator
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Classic black leather strap
- Alligator-style grained cowhide finish
- Butterfly clasp with push-buttons
- 50 m / 5 bar water resistance
- Swiss Made construction
- Exceptional everyday versatility
- Official 2-year Tissot warranty
Technical Specifications
- Reference / SKU: T097.410.16.058.00
- Collection: Classic Traditional
- Movement: Swiss Quartz
- Movement Type: Quartz Three Hands
- Battery: Renata 371
- Functions: EOL Battery End-of-Life Indicator
- Main Function: Date
- Calibre: 11 ½”’
- Movement Diameter: 25.6 mm
- Case Shape: Round
- Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel
- Bezel Material: Stainless Steel
- Case Length: 40 mm
- Case Width: 40 mm
- Case Thickness: 8.64 mm
- Lug Width: 20 mm
- Weight: 63 g
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant Sapphire Crystal
- Dial Colour: Black
- Indexes: Roman Numerals and Indexes
- Water Resistance: 5 bar / 50 m / 165 ft
- Strap Reference: T600035946
- Strap Material: Leather
- Strap Front: Alligator-style Grained Cowhide
- Strap Back: Synthetic
- Strap Colour: Black
- Strap Length 6h: 115 mm
- Strap Length 12h: 75 mm
- Clasp: Butterfly Clasp with Push-buttons
- Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
- Warranty: 2 Years
These specifications are verified against Tissot’s official information for reference T097.410.16.058.00.
Why Buy From KG Jewellery?
Purchasing the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial from KG Jewellery means choosing an authentic Swiss Made timepiece from an Official Tissot Retailer in Greece.
Every Tissot watch supplied by KG Jewellery is brand new and accompanied by the official Tissot international warranty. Secure payments, carefully protected packaging and professional customer support provide confidence throughout your purchase.
When you choose KG Jewellery, you benefit from:
- Official Tissot Retailer in Greece
- 100% Authentic Tissot Watches
- Official Tissot International Warranty
- Original Tissot Presentation Box
- Secure Online Payments
- Fast & Reliable Shipping
- Professional Customer Support
- Carefully Protected Packaging
What’s in the Box?
Your Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial is supplied with:
- Tissot Bridgeport Quartz 40mm Black Dial
- Original Tissot Presentation Box
- Official Tissot International Warranty
- Tissot Documentation
- Original Black Leather Strap
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial quartz?
Yes. The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial uses a Swiss Quartz three-hand movement, providing precise and reliable timekeeping with minimal maintenance.
What battery does the Tissot Bridgeport use?
Tissot specifies a Renata 371 battery for reference T097.410.16.058.00.
Does the watch have an EOL indicator?
Yes. The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial features an EOL battery end-of-life indicator.
This provides an indication when the battery is approaching the end of its operating life, allowing replacement to be arranged before the watch stops completely.
Does the Tissot Bridgeport have a date?
Yes. Tissot officially specifies date as the main additional function of this reference.
What size is the Tissot Bridgeport?
The watch measures 40 mm wide and 40 mm long, with a thickness of only 8.64 mm.
This gives the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial balanced contemporary proportions while maintaining a slim, dress-oriented profile.
How much does the Tissot Bridgeport weigh?
Reference T097.410.16.058.00 weighs approximately 63 g, helping make it comfortable for extended daily wear.
Is 40mm a good size for a dress watch?
For many wearers, yes. A 40 mm diameter provides enough wrist presence to feel contemporary, while the 8.64 mm thickness keeps the Bridgeport elegant and discreet.
The final fit naturally depends on individual wrist size and preference.
What colour is the dial?
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial features an officially specified black dial.
What type of hour markers does it have?
Tissot uses a combination of Roman numerals and indexes, contributing to the traditional aesthetic of the Bridgeport.
Is the case stainless steel?
Yes. The case is manufactured from 316L stainless steel, while Tissot also specifies a stainless-steel bezel.
Does the Tissot Bridgeport have sapphire crystal?
Yes. The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial uses scratch-resistant sapphire crystal to protect the dial.
Is sapphire crystal scratch resistant?
Sapphire crystal offers excellent resistance against the scratches typically encountered during everyday use.
It is one of the most desirable crystal materials in modern watchmaking and helps preserve the clean appearance of the Bridgeport over time.
What material is the strap?
The watch uses a black leather strap with an alligator-style grained cowhide front and synthetic backing.
Is the strap genuine alligator?
No. This distinction is important.
Tissot officially describes it as alligator-style grained cowhide. It has the appearance and texture inspired by alligator leather but is made from cowhide.
What type of clasp does it have?
The Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial uses a butterfly clasp with push-buttons rather than a conventional pin buckle.
Is the Tissot Bridgeport water resistant?
Yes. The watch is water resistant to 5 bar / 50 metres / 165 feet.
Can I swim with the Tissot Bridgeport?
Although the watch carries a 50 m water-resistance rating, its elegant leather strap makes it a poor choice for deliberate swimming or prolonged water exposure.
The model is better treated as a classic everyday and dress watch rather than a sports or diving watch.
Is the Tissot Bridgeport suitable for everyday wear?
Yes. The combination of Swiss Quartz precision, sapphire crystal, lightweight construction and a slim case makes the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial particularly suitable for regular everyday wear.
Its traditional appearance also allows it to transition easily between professional, smart-casual and more formal settings.
Is the Tissot Bridgeport suitable for business wear?
Yes. This is one of the environments where the Bridgeport works particularly well.
The black dial, Roman numeral detailing, stainless-steel case and black leather strap create an understated aesthetic that complements suits and professional clothing naturally.
Is the Tissot Bridgeport an automatic watch?
No. Reference T097.410.16.058.00 is powered by a Swiss Quartz movement, not an automatic mechanical movement.
Is the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial a good gift?
Yes. The timeless black-and-steel colour combination, Swiss Made construction and versatile 40 mm proportions make the Tissot Bridgeport 40mm Black Dial an exceptional gift for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, professional achievements and other important occasions.
Its classic styling also makes it a particularly safe choice when buying a quality Swiss watch as a gift.
Official Tissot Model Information
For the manufacturer’s official specifications and information about exact reference T097.410.16.058.00





