The Seastar 660 came in automatic, quartz and chronograph models - and in a range of colours.
I have the Seastar 660 yellow-faced, quartz chronograph (model T19.1.485.71) and have been very happy with it. I guess the big feature of this watch at the time of release was the fact that not only did it have a screw down crown, but it also had screw down chronograph pushers.
Brand new, the watch was rated to 200m/660ft but if you are picking up a used one, it would probably be best to get it serviced before trying to take it to any great depth.
I really like the chunky uni-directional bezel and it is still pretty stiff to click around each minute (compared to other bezels - like the PRS200).
If you do go with it, it would be great to see some pics on here.
I'm sorry I don't know the 2003 retail price. I understand they were quite a feature of the Tissot range when the came out, and that they may have attracted a premium price - but I don't know how that would convert these days.
I don't recall the Seastar 660 being offered as an automatic. I always thought it was quartz only. It shared the same design as the Seastar 1000 (which was auto only) but I believe the case size was slightly smaller. At the time of first release, street prices on the Seastar 1000 auto were under $400 so the price of the non-chrono 660 was probably sub $300.
All the above is from memory so it may not be completely accurate.
You are absolutely right - the automatics I was thinking of were actually the early Seastar 1000.
The Seastar 660 came as the quartz models:
* T19.1.481.32 Silver face, Silver bezel on Stainless steel bracelet
* T19.1.481.42 Dark Blue face, Dark blue bezel on Stainless steel bracelet
* T19.1.483.41 Bahama Blue?, Silver bezel on Stainless steel bracelet
* T19.1.491.52 Black face, Black bezel on Rubber strap
And the Seastar 660 quartz three register chronograph models:
* T19.1.485.31 Silver face Chrono, Silver bezel on Stainless steel bracelet
* T19.1.485.41 Dark Blue face Chrono, Dark blue bezel on Stainless steel bracelet
* T19.1.485.71 Yellow face Chrono, Black bezel on Stainless steel bracelet
* T19.1.485.91 Bahama Blue Chrono, Silver bezel on Stainless steel bracelet
* T19.1.495.51 Black face Chrono, Black bezel on Rubber strap
* T19.1.495.61 Orange face Chrono, Black bezel on Rubber strap
The range is still in production. I've seen them on Jomashop, etc. However, the style has been updated a bit. (I would add photos, but I don't own any.)
Hey guys , hope all is well !
I have an OEM blue bezel new spare tissot parts that I got for a 660 , I have a 1000 and ordered the wrong one ! PM if your interested in an nice blue OEM out of production spare
What do you think of this being offered on ebay ... thinking of picking it up. Seller has box but no tag, new old stock owned by collector. I like it. Asking 329 GBP. Too much given age and fact 1000 is out?
I found this same watch on eBay. It's described as in New condition and unworn, but it appears to have damage and scratches to the bezel between 12 and 2 o'clock. The asking price is more than you state also. I'm not sure it's worth that much.
Yea, there were two .. this one is in GBP; I spoke to the dude who owns it and is really a reluctant seller. Figures if he doesn't get his ask, he'll keep it.
The 660 always reminded my of Invicta watches (which look ridiculous). Too much bezel with a tiny little face. All of that material for a watch that has a depth rating comparable to my PRC 200 Automatic dress watch.
The Seastar 1000 Auto Chrono is a whole other story...
The 660 always reminded my of Invicta watches (which look ridiculous). Too much bezel with a tiny little face. All of that material for a watch that has a depth rating comparable to my PRC 200 Automatic dress watch.
The Seastar 1000 Auto Chrono is a whole other story...
You must be referring to a 1000 chrono of a different model year because the 660 and the 1000 (no chrono option that I've seen) that have been discussed have the same bezel:dial ratio.
(stocks from Martin above)
EDIT: Found a 660 chrono from nko1a and still the same story...
Nice watch the 660, almost bought one a few weeks back. Can I ask what size the actual face is as it looks dominated by the bezel and therefore might have a tiny face which is no good for my eyesight, which stopped me slapping my cash down? Can someone measure it and report back as we all know large pretty pictures don't make a watch?
It seems to be about 28.5mm measuring the dial opening on top of the crystal. It really isn't that small. Here is mine next to my CWC G10 and they're known for their legibility.
Its my daily wearer. I actually got it here about 3-4 years ago. I get compliments on it all the time. Mine is electric with the screw down crown.
I want to add...I work at a desk/computer all day, and my watches take a beating around the clasp and top band nearest to the clasp, and this band shows virtually no wear. The band is the hardest stainless Ive ever worn.
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