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1960s Chronographe Suisse Wristwatch
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1960s Chronographe Suisse Wristwatch

1940 - 1960
Sold 16 March 2025 · Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
This “1960s Chronographe Suisse Wristwatch” found a buyer.

It was listed by Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

A 1960s Chronographe Suisse wristwatch. A champagne dial with a sunburst finish. Applied Arabic numerals, segmented by baton markers. The dial is surrounded by a blue Tachymeter scale. Subsidiary seconds dial to 9 o'clock and a chronograph counter to 3 o'clock.

A chromed three piece case of a slimmer design than others of the period. A snap on steel case back. Slim lugs, tapering towards the ends.

The watch is powered by a 17 jewel Landeron caliber 48 chronograph mechanism. This watch dates to circa 1960.

Case width (excluding crown) 36mm

Case height 44mm

Case depth 10mm

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine wristwatch supplied with a presentation box that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee. Free UK tracked, insured and signed for delivery on a day of your choice, International deliveries please contact us for a quote. If you have any questions regarding our watches please call us or email us and we will be happy to help you. We can Facetime/Whatsapp video and show you in more detail.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Vintage Swiss Chronograph to the 1960s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.4cm (1.73")
Width
3.6cm (1.42")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1115633
Description
A 1960s Chronographe Suisse wristwatch. A champagne dial with a sunburst finish. Applied Arabic numerals, segmented by baton markers. The dial is surrounded by a blue Tachymeter scale. Subsidiary seconds dial to 9 o'clock and a chronograph counter to 3 o'clock.
fig 1. A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap.
fig 1. 1960s Chronographe Suisse Wristwatch

A chromed three piece case of a slimmer design than others of the period. A snap on steel case back. Slim lugs, tapering towards the ends.

The watch is powered by a 17 jewel Landeron caliber 48 chronograph mechanism. This watch dates to circa 1960.

fig 2. A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap.
fig 2. 1960s Chronographe Suisse Wristwatch

Case width (excluding crown) 36mm

Case height 44mm

Case depth 10mm

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From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine wristwatch supplied with a presentation box that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

Free UK tracked, insured and signed for delivery on a day of your choice, International deliveries please contact us for a quote. If you have any questions regarding our watches please call us or email us and we will be happy to help you. We can Facetime/Whatsapp video and show you in more detail.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Vintage Swiss Chronograph to the 1960s.

Height
4.4cm (1.73")
Width
3.6cm (1.42")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1115633
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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Archive I A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

1960s Chronographe Suisse Wristwatch

Archive II A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap. View II
Archive III A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap. View III
Archive IV A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap. View IV
Archive V A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap. View V
Archive VI A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap. View VI
Archive VII A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap. View VII
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United Kingdom
Verified Since Aug 2009
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A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap.
1960s Chronographe Suisse Wristwatch
Ref: SA1115633
A vintage Chronographe Suisse wristwatch with a champagne dial, dual subdials, Arabic numerals, and a brown leather strap.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century
  • MaterialGold-plated metal, Stainless steel, Leather, Acrylic
  • ColourChampagne
  • MotifsDual subdials, Arabic numerals, Telemeter scale, Side pushers
  • SizeH 4.4 cm (2 in) x W 3.6 cm (1 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

Chronographe Suisse was not a single manufacturer, but rather a collective label used by numerous independent Swiss watchmaking companies during the mid-20th century to produce affordable yet reliable mechanical chronographs.

These timepieces typically featured base metal or gold-plated cases, acrylic crystals, leather straps, and manual-wind mechanical movements containing jewelled lever escapements, often ranging from 17 to 21 jewels.

Authentic pieces usually feature characteristic dial typography, dual subdials, a manual-wind chronograph complication operated by side pushers, and hallmark stamps on the case or inner dust cover indicating Swiss origin and metal purity.

A vintage mechanical wristwatch pairs exceptionally well with tailored formal wear, minimalist smart-casual outfits, or classic mid-century aesthetic accessories to highlight its historical craftsmanship.

To preserve mechanical integrity, keep the watch away from moisture and magnetic fields, wind it gently at consistent times if worn regularly, and service the movement with a professional horologist every three to five years.
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