Touch-screen technology within an altimeter watch? It is not mission-critical, as our engineering pals would point out, however it really is fascinating.

The T Touch Expert lets you toggle among time, altitude, climate, compass, temperature, and stopwatch features with a simple speedy tap or swipe.

The motion is simpler and faster as compared to fumbling for side control keys (which the Expert has, as well), and it works even with gloves on. "But the real payoff is less about convenience than about elegance," states an publisher. "This is the best-looking watch I've seen in 10 years of testing technical time-pieces." It is also tops in durability, accuracy, and price.

The Tissot T-Touch Expert is also available in a special pilot watch version for aviation enthusiasts.

Just $995 is a really tiny price to spend on a T-Touch Expert to leave your father, spouse, brother or boyfriend breathless... and all his pals jealous.