FS: Seiko 7018-7001 flyback chronograph black movement serviced

Hi, I’m selling my Seiko 7018-7001 that I bought about 10 years ago. It has seen infrequent wear and the movement was overhauled (including parts replaced) a few months ago (photos available by request).

Everything – chrono function, timekeeping – works perfectly. I am selling due to a growing preference for simpler watches, i.e. minimal complications.

There are scratches on the watch case, and two small dings near the crown (see photos). The dial has some stains (mold? water?) which my…

FS: Seiko 7018-7001 flyback chronograph black movement serviced

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Mystery Tissot monopusher chronograph ID

While on the hunt for a chronograph on the popular auction site, I found this Tissot monopusher chronograph with a vintage-flavoured dial. I’m quite certain it’s a modern (post 1990?) reissue/ production but google seem to come up short on any info.

Can anyone help to ID the movement? From what I know, Tissot do not produce their own movements, let alone a chronograph.

Some initial observations:
1. On the part located on the edge to the right of the regulating organ, it is engraved…

Mystery Tissot monopusher chronograph ID

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