The Tissot T-Race watch, created to honor the career of Tissot ambassador Nicky Hayden, is now available for purchase on Iconic Motorbike Auctions. This particular model was part of a series of watches released by the Swiss luxury watchmaker in 2007.
The T-Race chronograph, which served as the base model for this special edition timepiece, was produced in a limited run of 11,111 units, paying homage to Hayden’s racing number at the time. The release of this watch coincided with Hayden’s recent victory in the 2006 MotoGP Championship and was intended to celebrate his success.
Tissot demonstrated their admiration for Hayden by continually producing watches in his honor every year since he joined the brand in 2006. This tradition continued until Hayden’s tragic passing in 2017.
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This limited-edition watch, numbered 4,683 out of 11,111, is accompanied by its original box and papers. Tissot’s Certificate of Authenticity confirms that this watch was created to recognize Hayden’s expertise in precision and timing, as well as his MotoGP World Championship victory in 2006. The watch features a carbon-fiber dial and is engraved with Hayden’s new 2007 race number “ONE” and his signature on the case-back.
The T-Race quartz chronograph by Tissot serves as the basis for this special edition timepiece. It boasts a 41mm steel case and an orange rubber strap designed for a seven-inch wrist. Other notable features of this watch include 100-meter water resistance, a G10.211 calibre with chronograph functions, a carbon fiber dial, and a date complication with a magnifier at three o’clock. The dial is specifically designed with markers and fonts that reflect both Hayden’s legacy and the T-Race’s motorsports theme.
As for the auction details, the seller is situated in Purmerend, Netherlands, and the watch is being offered with a bill of sale only. At the time of writing, the current bid for this watch stands at $669 USD. The highest bidder will secure the watch on November 8, 2023, at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time (PST).