Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial is a distinguished Swiss pocket watch that celebrates the elegance of traditional watchmaking while offering the accuracy and convenience of modern quartz technology. Created for those who appreciate timeless design and the ritual of carrying a classic pocket watch, reference T83.4.553.13 captures the nostalgic character of Tissot’s historic timepieces in an exceptionally refined form.

Part of the Tissot Savonnette family, this elegant model reflects the craftsmanship and heritage associated with traditional pocket watches. Tissot itself describes the collection as a tribute to historic watchmaking, with pieces carrying the brand’s historical logo and evoking its long Swiss tradition.

At the heart of the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial is a precise Swiss quartz movement. Its three-hand configuration provides hours, minutes and seconds, while a practical date function adds contemporary convenience. An EOL battery end-of-life indicator helps signal when the battery is approaching replacement, making this pocket watch particularly straightforward to own and maintain.

The impressive 48.5mm round case gives the watch the generous proportions expected from a traditional pocket timepiece. Crafted from 316L stainless steel with yellow-gold PVD coating, the case creates a warm and sophisticated appearance reminiscent of classical gold pocket watches. At approximately 10.4mm thick and weighing 62 grams, it combines substantial visual presence with dimensions designed specifically for traditional pocket-watch use.

Protected beneath a mineral crystal, the elegant white dial provides the perfect background for traditional Roman numeral hour markers. The contrast between the crisp white surface, dark Roman numerals and gold-tone exterior gives the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial a timeless aesthetic that feels equally appropriate as a collector’s piece, formal accessory or meaningful gift.

The watch is complemented by a gold-tone chain, reinforcing its authentic pocket-watch character. Tissot identifies the chain reference as T657047659, completing a design intended to be carried in the traditional manner.

Unlike a conventional wristwatch, a Savonnette offers a different interaction with time. Taking the watch from a pocket and revealing its classical dial creates a sense of occasion that has largely disappeared from modern watchmaking. This makes the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial particularly attractive for formal events, weddings, milestone celebrations or collectors who appreciate the history of Swiss horology.

Its combination of traditional aesthetics and quartz reliability also makes it remarkably practical. There is no requirement for regular manual winding, while the Swiss quartz calibre provides dependable timekeeping and a useful date indication. The official specifications also list a Renata 371 battery and a movement diameter of 25.6mm.

For enthusiasts exploring the broader heritage of the brand, discover our Tissot Watches collection at KG Jewellery, where Swiss craftsmanship meets generations of watchmaking tradition.

You can also explore our dedicated Tissot Savonnette collection for more traditional pocket watches inspired by Tissot’s historic designs.

For those who value accuracy and easy ownership, browse our Tissot Quartz Watches collection and discover Swiss precision across a wide selection of timeless styles.

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial is ultimately much more than an alternative way to tell the time. Its yellow-gold PVD finish, Roman numeral dial, historical styling and Swiss quartz movement bring together two different worlds: the elegance of traditional pocket watches and the convenience expected from contemporary Swiss watchmaking.

Whether selected as an elegant personal accessory, a distinctive addition to a watch collection or a memorable gift for an important occasion, reference T83.4.553.13 embodies the enduring charm of the classic pocket watch with unmistakable Tissot character.

Who Is It For?

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial is made for someone who appreciates traditional Swiss watchmaking but prefers the convenience of modern quartz technology.

Reference T83.4.553.13 is not a conventional wristwatch. It is a classic pocket watch with an elegant round case, traditional white dial and historical styling inspired by Tissot’s long watchmaking heritage. Tissot officially places this reference within its Classic Traditional collection and describes the Savonnette family as pocket pieces designed to evoke the craftsmanship and nostalgia of traditional watchmaking.

It is especially suitable for collectors, enthusiasts of traditional watches and anyone who wants a distinctive accessory for formal occasions. A pocket watch can also make an especially memorable gift for an anniversary, graduation, retirement, wedding or major personal milestone.

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial is also a strong choice for someone who loves the appearance of vintage mechanical pocket watches but does not want to manually wind the movement. Its Swiss quartz mechanism provides straightforward everyday operation while preserving the unmistakable character of a traditional pocket watch.

Why Choose the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial?

One of the strongest reasons to choose this reference is the balance between tradition and practicality.

The 48.5mm case gives the watch the generous dimensions expected from a classic pocket piece, while the 10.4mm thickness keeps the overall profile relatively elegant. The complete watch weighs approximately 62 grams, according to Tissot’s official specification.

The case is manufactured from 316L stainless steel with yellow-gold PVD coating, creating the warm appearance traditionally associated with classic gold pocket watches while using a durable modern case material.

A traditional white dial provides a clean background for the classical presentation, while the historical Tissot styling gives the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial a character that is very different from the brand’s modern sports and everyday wristwatches.

Inside is a Swiss quartz movement, offering dependable and low-maintenance timekeeping. Tissot also specifies an EOL — End of Life — battery indicator, which provides a useful indication when battery replacement is approaching.

Why You’ll Love It

The appeal of the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial goes beyond specifications.

Its pocket-watch format creates a different relationship with the watch itself. Instead of continuously checking the time on the wrist, the owner removes the watch from a pocket, handles the substantial round case and reveals its traditional dial.

That small ritual is part of what gives a Savonnette its charm.

You may particularly appreciate this model for its combination of:

• Authentic Swiss Made Tissot construction
• Traditional pocket-watch styling
• Large 48.5mm case
• Yellow-gold PVD finish
• 316L stainless-steel case
• Elegant white dial
• Classical Roman numeral presentation
• Swiss quartz precision
• Practical date function
• End-of-Life battery indication
• Domed mineral crystal
• Approximately 62g weight
• Gold-tone chain
• Historic Tissot design character
• Straightforward quartz ownership

Tissot confirms the reference as Swiss Made and lists a two-year warranty for this model.

Technical Specifications

General

Brand: Tissot
Collection: Classic Traditional / Savonnette
Reference / SKU: T83.4.553.13
Watch Type: Pocket Watch
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Swiss Made: Yes
Weight: 62 g
Warranty: 2 Years

Case

Case Shape: Round
Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel
Case Finish: Yellow-Gold PVD Coating
Diameter / Width: 48.5 mm
Length: 48.5 mm
Thickness: 10.4 mm

The 48.5mm diameter is officially confirmed by Tissot for reference T83.4.553.13, so the original product title is correct for this model.

The yellow-gold PVD coating gives the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial its warm, traditional character and creates an appearance closely associated with classic European pocket watches.

Crystal

Crystal: Domed Mineral Crystal

The domed mineral crystal complements the vintage-inspired proportions of the case and contributes to the traditional appearance of the watch.

Mineral crystal should be treated with reasonable care, particularly when carrying the watch alongside hard objects such as keys or coins.

Dial

Dial Colour: White
Hour Display: Traditional analogue display
Style: Classic / Historical
Date Display: Yes

The white dial gives the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial excellent visual clarity while maintaining the restrained appearance expected from a traditional pocket watch.

Movement

Movement Type: Swiss Quartz
Display: Analogue
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
Battery Indicator: EOL — End of Life
Battery: Renata 371
Movement Diameter: 25.6 mm

The quartz movement is one of the most practical features of the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial.

Unlike a mechanical pocket watch, the owner does not need to wind the movement before wearing it. The watch can therefore be reserved for special occasions and remain ready for use with minimal preparation.

Chain

Chain Colour / Finish: Gold Tone
Official Chain Reference: T657047659

The chain completes the traditional pocket-watch presentation and allows the watch to be secured when carried with formal clothing.

Why Buy the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial?

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial offers something increasingly unusual in contemporary watchmaking.

Most modern watches are designed primarily for wrist wear. A pocket watch instead draws directly from an older tradition, where the watch itself was a personal object carried discreetly and revealed only when required.

Reference T83.4.553.13 preserves that traditional experience without requiring the maintenance routine of a hand-wound mechanical movement.

The 48.5mm case feels substantial when handled, while the gold-tone PVD coating gives the watch a refined and ceremonial appearance. The white dial maintains classical simplicity, and the quartz movement provides the precision expected from a modern Swiss timepiece.

For a collector, the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial can provide variety within a collection dominated by wristwatches.

For someone interested primarily in formal style, it offers an accessory that works especially well with a waistcoat, three-piece suit or ceremonial clothing.

And for someone purchasing a meaningful gift, a pocket watch has an inherent sense of tradition that can make the occasion feel particularly significant.

Why Buy From KG Jewellery?

Purchasing the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial from KG Jewellery means choosing your Swiss timepiece from an Official Tissot Retailer in Greece.

A pocket watch is a specialist purchase, and correct reference identification, authenticity and presentation are especially important.

When buying from KG Jewellery, you benefit from:

• 100% authentic Tissot watches
• Official Tissot Retailer in Greece
• Official Tissot international warranty
• Original Tissot presentation
• Secure online payment options
• Carefully protected packaging
• Fast and secure shipping
• Professional customer support
• Specialist knowledge of Tissot watches

Reference T83.4.553.13 is a current documented Tissot reference, with its official dimensions, materials and movement information available directly from Tissot.

What’s in the Box?

Your Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial includes:

• Tissot Savonnette Pocket Watch
• Reference T83.4.553.13
• Gold-tone pocket-watch chain
• Original Tissot presentation box
• Official Tissot warranty documentation
• Tissot product documentation
• Protective packaging for secure delivery

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial Swiss Made?

Yes. Tissot officially lists reference T83.4.553.13 as manufactured in Switzerland.

Is T83.4.553.13 a pocket watch?

Yes. The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial is a traditional Tissot pocket watch rather than a wristwatch. Tissot describes the Savonnette range as a collection of pocket pieces inspired by historic watchmaking.

What size is the Tissot Savonnette T83.4.553.13?

The official case dimensions are 48.5mm long and 48.5mm wide, with a thickness of 10.4mm.

Is 48.5mm the correct diameter?

Yes. For this exact reference, 48.5mm is confirmed directly by Tissot.

How much does the Tissot Savonnette weigh?

The official weight is approximately 62 grams.

What is the case made from?

The case is made from 316L stainless steel.

Is the case solid gold?

No. The case is stainless steel with a yellow-gold PVD coating.

What is PVD coating?

PVD is a coating process used to apply a durable decorative finish to the underlying case material. In this model, it creates the yellow-gold appearance while the base case remains 316L stainless steel.

What colour is the dial?

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial features a traditional white dial.

Does it have Roman numerals?

Yes. The classical presentation of this Savonnette uses Roman numeral styling, reinforcing the traditional pocket-watch aesthetic.

What movement does the watch use?

Tissot officially specifies a Swiss quartz movement for reference T83.4.553.13.

Is this a mechanical pocket watch?

No. The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial is quartz powered rather than mechanically wound.

Does it need winding?

No. Because it uses a quartz movement, it does not require manual winding.

Does the watch use a battery?

Yes. Tissot lists a Renata 371 battery for this reference.

What does EOL mean?

EOL means End of Life and refers to the battery-life indication built into the movement. It helps indicate when battery replacement is approaching. Tissot officially lists EOL among the movement features of this reference.

Does the Tissot Savonnette have a date display?

Yes. Tissot lists date among the functions of the movement.

What type of crystal does it use?

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial uses a domed mineral crystal.

Is the crystal sapphire?

No. The official specification for T83.4.553.13 is mineral crystal, not sapphire.

Does the watch come with a chain?

Yes. Tissot lists a matching chain for the reference, with official chain reference T657047659.

How do you wear a Tissot Savonnette pocket watch?

A pocket watch is traditionally carried inside a waistcoat or suitable trouser pocket and secured to clothing using its chain.

Can it be worn with a three-piece suit?

Yes. This is one of the most traditional ways to wear a pocket watch.

A waistcoat provides a dedicated pocket while the chain can remain visible across the front, creating a classic formal presentation.

Is it suitable for weddings?

Yes. The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial is particularly well suited to weddings and other formal occasions because of its traditional design and gold-tone finish.

Can it be used every day?

Yes. There is no requirement for a pocket watch to be reserved only for formal events.

However, it should be carried carefully and protected from other hard objects that could scratch the case or crystal.

Is it suitable as a gift?

Yes. A pocket watch can make an especially distinctive gift because it is less common than a standard wristwatch.

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial can be particularly appropriate for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, retirements and career milestones.

Is quartz a good choice for an occasional pocket watch?

Yes. In fact, quartz is particularly convenient for occasional use because the watch does not need to be wound before every wearing.

Is quartz more accurate than mechanical?

Quartz technology generally provides highly consistent everyday timekeeping compared with conventional mechanical movements.

Does quartz make the watch less traditional?

Mechanically, quartz is modern technology, but the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial retains traditional pocket-watch dimensions, styling and presentation.

That combination is one of the main attractions of the model.

What is the advantage over a mechanical Savonnette?

The primary advantage is convenience.

A mechanical pocket watch requires winding and attention to its power reserve. This quartz Savonnette remains much easier to keep ready for occasional wear.

Does Tissot still manufacture Savonnette pocket watches?

Yes. Reference T83.4.553.13 remains listed on Tissot’s official website as part of the Savonnette range.

Is the Savonnette collection historically inspired?

Yes. Tissot describes the collection as pocket pieces demonstrating the craftsmanship of earlier watchmaking and specifically mentions their nostalgic character and historical Tissot logo.

Does this model have the historical Tissot style?

Yes. Tissot specifically positions the Savonnette family around its historic watchmaking identity.

Is the Tissot Savonnette suitable for collectors?

Yes. It can add a different format to a collection dominated by wristwatches and represents an enduring part of Tissot’s traditional watch catalogue.

Is the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial suitable for formal wear?

Absolutely. Its yellow-gold-tone case, white dial and pocket-watch format are naturally suited to formal clothing.

What colours work well with this pocket watch?

The yellow-gold finish works particularly well with navy, charcoal, black, cream, brown and other classic tailoring colours.

Can it be worn with gold jewellery?

Yes. Its yellow-gold PVD finish coordinates naturally with yellow-gold jewellery and accessories.

Can it be worn with silver jewellery?

Yes. Mixed-metal styling is entirely possible, although the pocket watch itself has a distinctly warm gold-tone appearance.

How should I store the watch?

When not in use, keep the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial in its presentation box or another clean, dry and protected location.

Should I carry it together with keys?

It is better not to. Keys and other hard metal objects can scratch the case or mineral crystal.

How should the case be cleaned?

A soft, dry microfibre cloth is generally appropriate for routine surface cleaning.

Aggressive chemicals or abrasive materials should be avoided.

Should the battery be replaced professionally?

Yes. Professional battery replacement is recommended so the case and movement can be handled correctly.

How long is the official warranty?

Tissot lists a two-year warranty for this reference.

What makes reference T83.4.553.13 distinctive?

Its strongest characteristics are the 48.5mm traditional pocket-watch format, yellow-gold PVD-coated stainless-steel case, white classical dial, Swiss quartz movement and historic Savonnette styling.

Who should choose the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial?

It is ideal for someone seeking a traditional Swiss pocket watch with authentic Tissot heritage, elegant gold-tone styling and the convenience of quartz precision.

Timeless Pocket-Watch Elegance

The Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial T83.4.553.13 combines the ceremonial appeal of a classic pocket watch with the straightforward ownership of modern Swiss quartz technology.

Its 48.5mm yellow-gold PVD-coated 316L stainless-steel case, 10.4mm thickness, white classical dial, domed mineral crystal, date function, EOL battery indication and matching gold-tone chain create a complete traditional presentation backed by Tissot’s Swiss Made identity.

For someone who appreciates traditional horology but wants an elegant timepiece that remains simple to own, the Tissot Savonnette Quartz 48.5mm White Dial offers an especially distinctive alternative to the modern wristwatch.

For official information about the model and Tissot’s Swiss watchmaking heritage, visit the official Tissot website.