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Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch. 1940s.
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Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch. 1940s.

1920 - 1940
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Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch 1940s.

Rare Benrus Sky Chief Chronograph Watch in Stainless steel. Valjoux Caliber 72C Triple Date, Triple Chronograph Movement. Original Finish Dial. Signed Benrus on the Dial, Case and Movement.

Case: Stainless steel, Snap-Back Case with Flat Pushers. Top Pusher Starts and Stops the Chronograph. Bottom Pusher Resets Counters to Zero. Pushers on the Left for Manual Advance of the Date and Month Indicators. Case Signed Benrus Watch Co. Inc and is Stamped G280F.

Dial: Original Finish Two Tone Silvered Dial. Raised Gold Hour Dots. 30 Minute Register at 3:00, Constant Seconds at 9:00, and 12 Hour Register at 6:00. Blue Steeled Arrow Tipped Date and Seconds Hand. Day and Month Apertures at 12:00. Date Chapter from 1-31 at Dial Perimeter.

Signed Benrus Sky Chief, Swiss.

Movement: Benrus Model VZ-4, high grade, 17 Jewel, Swiss made, Manual wind, Valjoux Caliber 72C column wheel movement signed Benrus Watch Co Inc.

Strap: Leather Strap - Crocodile.

Dimensions (approx):

35.25mm Diameter (37.25mm inc crown) x 43.5mm Top to Bottom (inc lugs).

18mm Lug Spacing.

10mm Thickness.

Condition: Excellent unrestored and unpolished. Dial in genuine and original condition with even patina. Superb.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Vintage Steel Chronograph Watch to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1149630
Dealers Internal Reference
D:09009
Description
Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch 1940s.

Rare Benrus Sky Chief Chronograph Watch in Stainless steel. Valjoux Caliber 72C Triple Date, Triple Chronograph Movement. Original Finish Dial. Signed Benrus on the Dial, Case and Movement.

fig 1. A 1940s Benrus Sky Chief stainless steel wristwatch with a cream triple date chronograph dial and brown leather strap.
fig 1. Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch. 1940s.

Case: Stainless steel, Snap-Back Case with Flat Pushers. Top Pusher Starts and Stops the Chronograph. Bottom Pusher Resets Counters to Zero. Pushers on the Left for Manual Advance of the Date and Month Indicators. Case Signed Benrus Watch Co. Inc and is Stamped G280F.

fig 2. A 1940s Benrus Sky Chief stainless steel wristwatch with a cream triple date chronograph dial and brown leather strap.
fig 2. Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch. 1940s.

Dial: Original Finish Two Tone Silvered Dial. Raised Gold Hour Dots. 30 Minute Register at 3:00, Constant Seconds at 9:00, and 12 Hour Register at 6:00. Blue Steeled Arrow Tipped Date and Seconds Hand. Day and Month Apertures at 12:00. Date Chapter from 1-31 at Dial Perimeter.

fig 3. A 1940s Benrus Sky Chief stainless steel wristwatch with a cream triple date chronograph dial and brown leather strap.
fig 3. Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch. 1940s.

Signed Benrus Sky Chief, Swiss.

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Movement: Benrus Model VZ-4, high grade, 17 Jewel, Swiss made, Manual wind, Valjoux Caliber 72C column wheel movement signed Benrus Watch Co Inc.
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Strap: Leather Strap - Crocodile.

fig 4. A 1940s Benrus Sky Chief stainless steel wristwatch with a cream triple date chronograph dial and brown leather strap.
fig 4. Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch. 1940s.

Dimensions (approx):

35.25mm Diameter (37.25mm inc crown) x 43.5mm Top to Bottom (inc lugs).

18mm Lug Spacing.

10mm Thickness.

Condition: Excellent unrestored and unpolished. Dial in genuine and original condition with even patina. Superb.

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Vintage Steel Chronograph Watch to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1149630
Dealers Internal Ref
D:09009
Dragoncharger Antiques
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A 1940s Benrus Sky Chief stainless steel wristwatch with a cream triple date chronograph dial and brown leather strap.
Benrus Sky Chief Steel Triple Date Chronograph Watch. 1940s.
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  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialStainless Steel, Leather, Glass
  • ColourSilver and Cream
  • MotifsTriple sub-dials, Outer date track, Day and month apertures, Pusher buttons
  • SizeH 3.5 cm (1 in) x W 3.5 cm (1 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This 1940s Benrus Sky Chief stainless steel wristwatch exhibits a mid-century modern style with a silver and cream colour palette, glass crystal, and a brown crocodile-pattern leather strap. The round stainless steel case includes flat pushers, side pushers for manual date adjustment, and a textured winding crown. The original two-tone dial displays raised gold hour dots, a printed outer date track numbered 1 to 31, day and month apertures at the top, three subsidiary chronograph dials, and a blue steeled arrow-tipped date pointer hand. The watch measures 3.5 cm high, 3.5 cm wide, and 10 cm deep. It belongs in a gentleman's library or collection, displayed as a functional timepiece.

FAQs

A triple date chronograph is a mechanical wristwatch that combines stopwatch functions with calendar displays indicating the day, month, and numerical date. These timepieces were widely produced during the mid-20th century for technical, professional, and aviation applications.

1940s chronographs were primarily constructed with stainless steel or gold-plated cases, acrylic crystals, and hand-wound mechanical movements. Straps were typically made from natural leather, such as calfskin or alligator skin.

Authentic pieces from this period feature mechanical hand-wound movements, stamped maker marks on the dial and inner case back, period-correct typography, and age-consistent patination on the dial and hands.

A vintage steel chronograph functions as a versatile accessory suitable for both formal tailoring and casual everyday dress, pairing naturally with leather footwear and understated accessories.

Mechanical timepieces require regular servicing by a qualified watchmaker every three to five years. Keep the watch away from moisture, strong magnetic fields, and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent damage.
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