For sale is a highly collectible and historically significant Vintage Tissot PR-516 Automatic Diver, a quintessential 1970s sports watch presented on its original, coveted Tissot Gay Frères (GF) Bracelet. This remarkable package not only boasts an iconic 1970s aesthetic but also carries a verifiable, fascinating link to the James Bond franchise, worn by Sir Roger Moore in his 007 debut, Live and Let Die (1973).
This PR-516 perfectly encapsulates the adventurous, cushion-cased aesthetic of the early 1970s Vintage Diver era. The robust, brushed stainless steel tonneau case is unpolished and topped by a black Bakelite dive bezel, highly desirable among collectors. The deep teal-blue dial, a vibrant, funky color palette characteristic of the period, features luminous baton markers and the distinctive, high-visibility orange seconds hand. The "PR-516" designation speaks to the watch's commitment to precision and durability. Crucially, the watch is fitted with its original Tissot-signed Gay Frères bracelet, a major value-add for collectors. The quality and rarity of these vintage GF bracelets often means they sell for a premium on their own. This fine piece is powered by a dependable in-house Tissot automatic mechanical movement.
Key Features:
Brand: Tissot
Model: PR-516 Automatic Diver
Era: Early 1970s (Circa 1973)
Case Size: 36mm
Case Style: Unpolished Brushed Stainless Steel Tonneau/Cushion Case
Bezel: Black Dive Bakelite Bezel
Dial: Deep Teal/Blue Dial with Luminous Baton Markers
Hands: Baton hands with a highly contrasting Orange Seconds Hand
Movement: In-House Tissot Automatic Mechanical Caliber
Bracelet: Original Tissot Gay Frères (GF) Bracelet (Highly Sought After)
Provenance: Worn by Sir Roger Moore as James Bond in Live and Let Die (1973)
Why Collectors Love It (The Gay Frères and Bond Connection):
The Tissot PR-516 represents a truly unique and appealing niche in Vintage James Bond Watches. It received significant screen time on Roger Moore's wrist, carrying a compelling story of being Moore's personal watch rather than a prop, a layer of authentic provenance that resonates with enthusiasts. The bracelet, however, is the secret weapon for serious collectors. Gay Frères was the premier Swiss bracelet manufacturer, known for creating the famous Rolex Oyster and many Patek Philippe bracelets. The presence of the original Tissot GF bracelet, which are rare and command high values on the secondary market, elevates this piece beyond a standard PR-516. This is an exceptional and unique opportunity to own a Swiss mechanical timepiece that combines sought-after 1970s Vintage Aesthetics, a solid Tissot heritage, and a captivating, understated connection to 007, all presented on a historically significant bracelet that links Tissot to the highest echelons of Swiss watchmaking.
For sale is a highly collectible and historically significant Vintage Tissot PR-516 Automatic Diver, a quintessential 1970s sports watch presented on its original, coveted Tissot Gay Frères (GF) Bracelet. This remarkable package not only boasts an iconic 1970s aesthetic but also carries a verifiable, fascinating link to the James Bond franchise, worn by Sir Roger Moore in his 007 debut, Live and Let Die (1973).
This PR-516 perfectly encapsulates the adventurous, cushion-cased aesthetic of the early 1970s Vintage Diver era. The robust, brushed stainless steel tonneau case is unpolished and topped by a black Bakelite dive bezel, highly desirable among collectors. The deep teal-blue dial, a vibrant, funky color palette characteristic of the period, features luminous baton markers and the distinctive, high-visibility orange seconds hand. The "PR-516" designation speaks to the watch's commitment to precision and durability. Crucially, the watch is fitted with its original Tissot-signed Gay Frères bracelet, a major value-add for collectors. The quality and rarity of these vintage GF bracelets often means they sell for a premium on their own. This fine piece is powered by a dependable in-house Tissot automatic mechanical movement.
Key Features:
Brand: Tissot
Model: PR-516 Automatic Diver
Era: Early 1970s (Circa 1973)
Case Size: 36mm
Case Style: Unpolished Brushed Stainless Steel Tonneau/Cushion Case
Bezel: Black Dive Bakelite Bezel
Dial: Deep Teal/Blue Dial with Luminous Baton Markers
Hands: Baton hands with a highly contrasting Orange Seconds Hand
Movement: In-House Tissot Automatic Mechanical Caliber
Bracelet: Original Tissot Gay Frères (GF) Bracelet (Highly Sought After)
Provenance: Worn by Sir Roger Moore as James Bond in Live and Let Die (1973)
Why Collectors Love It (The Gay Frères and Bond Connection):
The Tissot PR-516 represents a truly unique and appealing niche in Vintage James Bond Watches. It received significant screen time on Roger Moore's wrist, carrying a compelling story of being Moore's personal watch rather than a prop, a layer of authentic provenance that resonates with enthusiasts. The bracelet, however, is the secret weapon for serious collectors. Gay Frères was the premier Swiss bracelet manufacturer, known for creating the famous Rolex Oyster and many Patek Philippe bracelets. The presence of the original Tissot GF bracelet, which are rare and command high values on the secondary market, elevates this piece beyond a standard PR-516. This is an exceptional and unique opportunity to own a Swiss mechanical timepiece that combines sought-after 1970s Vintage Aesthetics, a solid Tissot heritage, and a captivating, understated connection to 007, all presented on a historically significant bracelet that links Tissot to the highest echelons of Swiss watchmaking.
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