Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm combines timeless Swiss elegance with the precision and convenience of quartz technology. Reference T085.410.16.012.00 features a beautifully balanced 40mm stainless-steel case, a clean white dial and a classic black leather strap, creating a sophisticated watch designed for effortless everyday wear.
With its traditional proportions and understated styling, the Carson represents a more refined side of Tissot watchmaking. Rather than relying on oversized dimensions or complicated functions, the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm focuses on clarity, comfort and enduring design.
The 40mm stainless-steel case measures approximately 8.35mm thick, giving the watch a slim profile that sits comfortably on the wrist and slips naturally beneath a shirt cuff. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protects the dial, while the watch offers 30 metres / 3 bar water resistance.
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Swiss Quartz Movement
At the heart of the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm is a Swiss quartz movement designed to deliver accurate and reliable everyday timekeeping.
The movement provides the essential functions expected from an elegant daily watch: hours, minutes, central seconds and date.
Quartz technology makes the Carson particularly convenient for owners who value precision without the winding requirements of a mechanical watch. Once correctly set, the watch provides dependable timekeeping with minimal daily attention.
This makes the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm particularly attractive as a business watch, an everyday Swiss watch or a refined option for someone who simply wants to put on their watch and rely on it throughout the day.
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Elegant White Dial
The white dial gives the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm its distinctly classical character.
Traditional Arabic numeral hour markers provide excellent readability, while dark hands create a strong visual contrast against the light background. A practical date display is positioned at 3 o’clock, adding useful functionality without disrupting the restrained design.
The simplicity of the dial is one of the watch’s greatest strengths. It avoids unnecessary decorative elements and instead relies on proportion, contrast and traditional styling.
The result is a watch that feels equally appropriate in professional surroundings, at formal occasions or as an elegant everyday companion.
40mm Stainless-Steel Case
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm features a round stainless-steel case measuring 40mm in diameter and approximately 8.35mm in thickness.
These proportions give the Carson a noticeably different personality from larger contemporary sports watches.
At 40mm, the case provides enough wrist presence for modern tastes while remaining restrained enough to preserve the elegant character of the collection. The relatively slim 8.35mm profile further improves comfort and allows the watch to work especially well with business shirts and tailored clothing.
Its stainless-steel construction also provides the durability expected from a watch intended for regular wear.
Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal
Protecting the white dial is a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
Sapphire is particularly desirable on an everyday watch because of its strong resistance to scratching during normal use.
For the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm, the sapphire crystal helps preserve the clean appearance of the dial while complementing the durable stainless-steel construction of the case.
It is a practical premium feature that reinforces the Carson’s position as an elegant Swiss watch intended to be enjoyed regularly rather than kept exclusively for special occasions.
Black Leather Strap
Reference T085.410.16.012.00 is paired with a classic black leather strap, creating one of the most traditional combinations in men’s watch design. The strap has a documented 19mm lug width.
Black leather complements the polished appearance of the stainless-steel case while providing an elegant contrast with the white dial.
The combination gives the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm considerable versatility. It can be worn naturally with a business suit or formal outfit, but its restrained design also works with smart-casual clothing.
Unlike a large steel sports bracelet, the leather strap keeps the overall appearance refined and understated.
Practical Date Display
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm includes a useful date function positioned at 3 o’clock.
The date window integrates naturally into the traditional dial layout and provides additional everyday functionality without making the watch appear complicated.
Combined with hours, minutes and central seconds, it gives the Carson the essential functions most wearers require from an everyday watch.
This straightforward approach is central to the character of reference T085.410.16.012.00: practical enough for daily use while remaining visually clean and elegant.
30m Water Resistance
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm is rated to 3 bar / 30 metres of water resistance.
This rating is appropriate for an elegant dress-oriented watch and provides protection against light accidental contact with water during normal everyday use.
The Carson is not designed as a swimming or diving watch. Its focus remains on refined everyday wear rather than aquatic performance.
For customers who primarily intend to wear their watch in professional, social and formal environments, the combination of sapphire crystal, stainless steel and basic water resistance provides a practical balance.
Tissot Carson Collection
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm belongs to the Carson family, a collection centred around classical styling, traditional proportions and understated Swiss elegance.
Tissot’s own conformity documentation identifies reference T085.410.16.012.00 as a Carson and records production beginning in June 2013 in Le Locle, Switzerland.
The collection has included quartz and mechanical references across different sizes and configurations, but the design language consistently prioritises timeless elegance over overt sporting character.
Reference T085.410.16.012.00 is an especially traditional interpretation, combining a white dial, steel case and black leather strap.
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Timeless Swiss Elegance
The appeal of the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm lies in its simplicity.
Its 40mm stainless-steel case provides balanced proportions, while the slim 8.35mm profile keeps the watch elegant and comfortable. The white dial offers excellent visual clarity, the sapphire crystal provides valuable scratch resistance and the black leather strap completes the traditional dress-watch aesthetic.
Swiss quartz technology adds the precision and convenience required for everyday ownership, while the date function provides useful additional practicality.
For someone searching for an understated Swiss Made watch that can move effortlessly between the office, dinner and formal occasions, the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm offers a compelling combination of precision, refinement and timeless design.
Who Is the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm For?
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm is ideal for someone who prefers classic Swiss styling over an overtly sporty or oversized design. Its 40mm stainless-steel case, white dial and black leather strap create a timeless combination that works especially well in professional, formal and smart-casual environments.
Its relatively slim profile also makes the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm comfortable beneath a shirt cuff, while the quartz movement offers the convenience of accurate everyday timekeeping without the winding requirements of an automatic watch.
This model is particularly suitable for wearers looking for an elegant first Swiss watch, a dependable office watch or a refined timepiece for occasions where understated styling is more appropriate than a large sports watch.
Why Choose the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm?
The appeal of the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm comes from its simplicity and balance.
Its Swiss quartz movement delivers dependable precision, while the traditional three-hand layout and date display provide the functionality most owners actually need in everyday use.
The stainless-steel case measures approximately 40mm in diameter and 8.35mm thick, producing a noticeably elegant profile. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protects the dial, and the black leather strap reinforces the traditional dress-watch aesthetic.
The white dial also offers excellent visual contrast and remains extremely versatile. Rather than following short-lived design trends, the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm relies on classical proportions and restrained detailing.
For someone looking for a Swiss Made watch that can remain relevant for many years, this Carson offers an effective combination of precision, elegance and everyday practicality.
Why You’ll Love the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm
- Timeless white dial
- Classic 40mm stainless-steel case
- Slim approximately 8.35mm profile
- Swiss quartz movement
- Hours, minutes and central seconds
- Practical date display
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Traditional Arabic numeral hour markers
- Elegant black leather strap
- Approximately 19mm lug width
- Clean three-hand design
- 30m / 3 bar water resistance
- Swiss Made construction
- Highly legible dial layout
- Comfortable dress-watch proportions
- Suitable for office and formal wear
- Precise and convenient quartz ownership
- Refined black, white and steel colour combination
- Understated Tissot styling
- Exceptional everyday elegance
Technical Specifications
Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm Specifications
Reference
- SKU: T085.410.16.012.00
- Collection: Tissot Carson
- Swiss Made: Yes
Movement
- Movement Type: Swiss Quartz
- Display: Analog
- Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds and date
- Battery Powered: Yes
Case
- Case Shape: Round
- Case Material: Stainless Steel
- Case Diameter: 40mm
- Case Thickness: Approximately 8.35mm
- Lug Width: Approximately 19mm
- Caseback: Solid / Closed
- Water Resistance: 3 bar / 30m / 100ft
Crystal
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
Dial
- Dial Colour: White
- Display: Analog
- Hour Markers: Arabic numerals
- Hands: Contrasting dark-tone hands
- Central Seconds: Yes
- Date Display: At 3 o’clock
Strap
- Strap Material: Leather
- Strap Colour: Black
- Lug Width: Approximately 19mm
- Closure: Traditional buckle
The technical characteristics of reference T085.410.16.012.00 include its 40mm stainless-steel case, slim profile, white dial, sapphire crystal, black leather strap and 30m water resistance.
Why Buy From KG Jewellery
Why Buy the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm From KG Jewellery?
Purchasing the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm from KG Jewellery means choosing an authentic Swiss Made watch together with the confidence and service expected from an official Tissot retailer.
Every Tissot supplied by KG Jewellery is carefully prepared before dispatch and delivered with its official presentation and warranty documentation.
- Official Tissot Retailer in Greece
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- Original Tissot Presentation Box
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- Carefully Protected Packaging
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm is a watch designed around dependable long-term ownership, and purchasing from an official retailer provides reassurance regarding authenticity, warranty and after-sales support.
What’s in the Box?
What’s Included With the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm?
- Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm White Dial
- Reference T085.410.16.012.00
- Original Tissot Presentation Box
- Official Tissot International Warranty
- Tissot Documentation
- Original Black Leather Strap
Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm Swiss Made?
Yes. The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm is a Swiss Made Tissot watch and uses a Swiss quartz movement.
Is the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm automatic?
No. Reference T085.410.16.012.00 is a quartz watch, not an automatic mechanical watch.
This means it is battery powered and does not depend on wrist movement to remain running.
What movement does the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm use?
The watch uses a Swiss quartz movement providing hours, minutes, central seconds and date functionality.
For this older reference, available secondary databases disagree on the precise ETA calibre, so it is safer to list the movement as Swiss quartz unless an official Tissot technical document confirms the exact calibre.
Does the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm need winding?
No.
Because the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm uses quartz technology, it does not require manual winding or automatic winding through wrist movement.
Does the watch use a battery?
Yes.
The quartz movement is battery powered, making the Carson particularly convenient for everyday ownership.
What is the case diameter?
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm has an approximately 40mm stainless-steel case.
This size provides enough presence for modern tastes while retaining the restrained proportions expected from an elegant dress-oriented watch.
How thick is the case?
The case measures approximately 8.35mm thick.
Its slim profile is one of the strongest characteristics of the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm, helping it fit comfortably beneath a shirt cuff.
What is the lug width?
The lug width is approximately 19mm.
This is useful information if a replacement strap is ever required.
What colour is the dial?
Reference T085.410.16.012.00 features a white dial.
The light dial contrasts with the black strap and darker hands, creating a timeless and highly legible appearance.
What type of hour markers does the Carson use?
This reference uses traditional Arabic numeral hour markers.
The numerals reinforce the classic character of the watch and make the dial easy to read at a glance.
Does the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm have a date?
Yes.
The watch includes a practical date window positioned at 3 o’clock.
Does the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm have sapphire crystal?
Yes.
The dial is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
Sapphire offers excellent resistance against everyday scratches and is an important premium feature for a watch designed for regular wear.
Is sapphire crystal better than mineral glass?
For scratch resistance, sapphire is generally superior to standard mineral crystal.
This makes it especially appropriate for the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm, where maintaining the clean appearance of the white dial is an important part of the watch’s elegant aesthetic.
What material is the case?
The case is manufactured from stainless steel.
Stainless steel provides durability, corrosion resistance and the traditional polished appearance associated with Swiss dress watches.
What strap does the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm have?
Reference T085.410.16.012.00 is fitted with a black leather strap.
The black leather complements the white dial and stainless-steel case, creating a traditional colour combination suitable for business and formal clothing.
Can the leather strap be replaced?
Yes.
Leather straps are consumable components that can be replaced when necessary. The approximately 19mm lug width is important when selecting a compatible replacement strap.
Is the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm water resistant?
Yes.
The watch is rated to approximately 3 bar / 30 metres of water resistance.
Can I swim with the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm?
No. A 30m rating is intended primarily for light accidental water exposure rather than swimming.
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm should be treated as an elegant everyday watch rather than a sports or diving watch.
Can I shower with the Carson?
It is better to avoid showering with this model.
Hot water, steam, soap and repeated moisture exposure can affect both seals and the leather strap over time.
Is 40mm a good size for a dress watch?
Yes.
A 40mm diameter combined with an approximately 8.35mm thickness gives the Carson modern wrist presence while preserving a relatively slim and elegant profile.
Is the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm suitable for smaller wrists?
Its 40mm diameter and slim profile make it considerably easier to wear than many 43–45mm sports watches.
Actual fit depends on wrist shape and preference, but the dimensions are generally versatile.
Can I wear the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm with a suit?
Yes.
This is one of the environments where the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm works especially well.
The white dial, black leather strap and relatively slim stainless-steel case complement formal and business clothing naturally.
Is the Carson suitable for everyday office wear?
Absolutely.
Quartz accuracy, sapphire crystal and a comfortable leather strap make this reference an excellent office watch.
Its understated styling also means it does not attract excessive attention in professional environments.
Can the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm be worn casually?
Yes.
Although its design leans toward the dress-watch category, the clean white dial and 40mm case allow it to work comfortably with smart-casual outfits such as chinos, shirts, knitwear and polos.
Is quartz more accurate than automatic?
In general, quartz movements provide greater absolute everyday accuracy than traditional mechanical automatic movements.
For a wearer who prioritises precise timekeeping and convenience, this is one of the main strengths of the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm.
Is quartz easier to maintain?
Generally, quartz watches require less interaction than mechanical watches.
Battery replacement and normal periodic maintenance remain necessary, but the movement does not require regular winding.
Is the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm a sports watch?
No. The Carson is better described as an elegant classic or dress-oriented watch.
Its 30m water resistance and leather strap make its intended character quite different from Tissot collections such as the Seastar or PRC 200.
Is this Carson a current-production model?
Reference T085.410.16.012.00 belongs to an older generation of the Carson collection.
It should therefore be described as an authentic Tissot Carson reference rather than advertised as a new-release or current-generation model.
Is the white dial versatile?
Yes.
White is one of the most timeless dial colours and pairs naturally with black, navy, grey, charcoal, beige and many other wardrobe colours.
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm is therefore especially easy to coordinate with business and formal clothing.
Is the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm a good first Swiss watch?
Yes.
Its combination of recognised Swiss heritage, quartz precision, sapphire crystal, classic styling and practical date function makes it an approachable introduction to Swiss watch ownership.
Is it suitable as a gift?
Yes.
The understated styling of the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm makes it a versatile choice for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, professional milestones and other important occasions.
Its classic appearance also reduces the risk of the design feeling dated quickly.
Why choose the Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm?
The Tissot Carson Quartz 40mm offers a straightforward combination of Swiss precision and timeless elegance.
Its slim 40mm stainless-steel case, white dial, black leather strap and sapphire crystal create a refined aesthetic, while quartz technology provides the accuracy and convenience required for everyday use.
For someone who prefers traditional watch design over complicated functions or oversized cases, the Carson remains a highly versatile choice.
