Mathey-Tissot
Genève, Switzerland · Est. 1886
Founded by Mathey-Tissot family
Mathey-Tissot, a Swiss watch brand since 1886, offers a wide range of timepieces satisfying a broad spectrum of tastes — from classic dress watches to vintage-inspired chronographs. A historic name in Swiss horology, the brand continues to honour its century-long tradition of refined dial design and reliable Swiss mechanical movements.
- Founded
- 1886
- Headquarters
- Genève, Switzerland
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Mid
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Type 21 — Mathey-Tissot's tribute to the legendary pilot's chronographs of the 1950s, featuring a flyback function and bold vintage-inspired dial design beloved by aviator-watch enthusiasts.
- Edmond — A classical dress collection honouring the brand's Swiss heritage with refined dials, Roman numerals and elegant proportions suited to formal occasions.
- Rolly — A sporty, versatile collection drawing on the brand's history of producing reliable everyday timepieces, offering Swiss mechanical quality at accessible price points.
Timeline
- 1886 — Mathey-Tissot is founded in Switzerland, establishing itself as a respected supplier of watch components and complete timepieces to the Swiss horological industry.
- 1950 — Mathey-Tissot produces pilot's chronographs for professional aviators, including the distinctive Type 21 design that would later become a collector's reference.
- 1970 — The brand consolidates its position in the mid-range Swiss watch market, producing a wide variety of mechanical and quartz watches for global distribution.
- 2010 — Mathey-Tissot relaunches the Type 21 as a re-edition collection, appealing to a new generation of vintage-inspired watch collectors.
- 2025 — Celebrates 140 years with anniversary editions of the Elegance and Type XX collections, highlighting its heritage as one of the oldest Swiss watchmakers alongside its more famous near-namesake.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mathey-Tissot
- How old is Mathey-Tissot?
- Mathey-Tissot was founded in Switzerland in 1886, making it one of the older independent Swiss watch brands still in operation — with over 135 years of horological heritage.
- What is the Mathey-Tissot Type 21?
- The Type 21 is Mathey-Tissot's most celebrated collection, inspired by the French Air Force pilot chronographs of the 1950s. It features a flyback chronograph function and bold vintage aesthetics that have made it a favourite among aviation-watch collectors.