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What is the Tissot Alpine On Board Automatic A110S?
It is a Tissot automatic chronograph made in collaboration with Alpine for the A110S. Swatch Group Japan’s 2020 announcement identifies the watch as the Tissot Alpine On Board Automatic, reference T123.427.16.081.00, and describes a worldwide serialized limited edition of 516 pieces. That is the announced edition size, not confirmation of current stock or production status. Swatch Group Japan’s 2020 announcement is the source for the A110S-specific reference and specifications.
How does the watch mount in the car?
The case detaches from the strap and fixes to a support attached to the Alpine A110’s multimedia screen. In that intended setup, the watch can be viewed as a car-mounted clock rather than worn on the wrist. Alpine described the detachable case and mounting concept when it introduced the original On Board Automatic. Alpine’s original On Board Automatic announcement explains that arrangement.
For the A110S edition, the 2020 release also specifies a dedicated stand, allowing the watch to be displayed as a table clock at home or in an office. The announcements describe the Alpine installation; they do not establish universal fit in other vehicles or current availability of replacement supports.
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- PROFESSIONAL DIVE PERFORMANCE – Water-resistant up to 600 m / 2,000 ft for demanding underwater use.
- POWERMATIC 80 MOVEMENT – Swiss automatic movement with up to 80 hours of power reserve.
- CERAMIC ROTATING BEZEL – Features a durable ceramic bezel ring with an anti-clockwise rotating bezel.
- SAPPHIRE CRYSTAL – Domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with antireflective coating for enhanced clarity.
- BUILT FOR ADVENTURE – Stainless steel case, screw-down crown, helium valve, and durable black rubber strap.
Tissot Alpine A110S chronograph specifications
| Specification | A110S edition |
|---|---|
| Reference | T123.427.16.081.00 |
| Movement | Automatic Valjoux A05.H31 chronograph; 27 jewels; 28,800 vibrations per hour |
| Power reserve | Up to 60 hours, as stated in the 2020 Swatch Group Japan release |
| Case | 316L stainless steel; 45 mm diameter; 16.59 mm thick |
| Water resistance | 10 bar, stated as 100 m / 330 ft |
| Crystal and caseback | Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides; see-through caseback |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, chronograph hand, date, 30-minute counter and 60-second counter |
| Strap and clasp | Leather strap with push-button butterfly clasp |
| Announced accessories | Dedicated stand and special box |
These figures are specific to the A110S edition as listed in the 2020 release. Alpine’s earlier description of the original On Board Automatic also gives a 45 mm case, 10 bar water resistance, A05.H31 movement with a 60-hour reserve, detachable case and leather strap, corroborating the shared concept. Alpine’s description does not replace the A110S-specific details above.
What connects its design to the Alpine A110S?
The A110S-specific release says orange accents on the indices, chronograph hand, pusher rings and strap take their cue from the car’s brake calipers and seat stitching. The dial is described as evoking the gauges of the Berlinette, Alpine’s classic sports car. Alpine’s original announcement additionally links the hands, piston-shaped pushers and perforated leather strap to Tissot PRS 516 design elements.
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- Case Size: 40.00 millimeter; Band Width: 12 millimeter; Case Thickness: 10.40 millimeter
- Swiss quartz movement, 316L stainless steel case, Index dial type, date
- Stainless steel bracelet, butterfly clasp with push-buttons closure
- Water-resistant up to a pressure of 10 bar (100 meter / 330 feet): Suitable for short periods of recreational swimming and showering, but no diving or snorkeling.
Swatch Group Japan also framed the partnership through Alpine’s motorsport history, citing its 1973 World Rally Championship and Monte Carlo Rally participation and its 1978 Le Mans 24 Hours victory. This is the brand announcement’s historical framing of the collaboration.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.What did it cost, and can you still buy it?
At launch in Japan, Swatch Group Japan listed the price as ¥270,600 including tax and anticipated sales from late October 2020. That is historical Japanese launch pricing, not a current retail or resale quote. Current inventory, production status, seller listings and market prices are not established by the cited announcements. Anyone considering a pre-owned example should verify the reference, condition, authenticity, and whether the dedicated stand and mounting parts are included.
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- COSC Certified Chronometer
- Case Size: 39.00 mm, Band Width: 20 mm, Case Thickness: 10.98 mm
- Automatic movement, 316L solid stainless steel bracelet, Roman dial type, Date
- Water-resistant up to a pressure of 10 bar (100 m / 330 ft): suitable for short periods of recreational swimming and showering, but no diving or snorkeling.
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- 316L Stainless Steel Case
- Rubber Strap
- Swiss Automatic Movement
- Caliber: Powermatic 80.111
- 23 Jewels
Rank #3
- Case Size: 45 mm, Band Width: 22 mm, Case Thickness: 14.79 mm
- Swiss Automatic Movement, 316L stainless steel case
- Water-resistant up to a pressure of 10 bar (100 m / 330 ft)
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