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Gents Enicar 1005ch Chronograph / Wrist Watch, Pre-sherpa
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Gents Enicar 1005ch Chronograph / Wrist Watch, Pre-sherpa

1940 - 1960
Description

Gents Enicar 1005CH chronograph / wrist watch, pre-Sherpa.

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Gents Enicar 1005CH chronograph / wrist watch, pre-Sherpa.

The watch has a Swiss 17-jewel Valjoux 92 hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The movement is fully signed with the Enicar Watch Co name. The regulator looks like it may have been replaced at some stage as it has the import code for Aero, who also used the Valjoux 92 movements in their chronographs.

The watch measures 34mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs. The case is chromium plated while the case back is stainless steel. The condition is good with just light marking, nothing serious at all, and the side has opened up a little where the back has been removed in the past (as shown in the photo).

The lens is in lovely condition.

The dial, signed with the Enicar through the Saturn logo, is in its original finish. The hands are original apart from the time recording subsidiary dial. This recording dial has three large markers at three, six and nine minutes. These were aimed at the businessman who made international telephone calls which were very expensive at the time. The calls were rounded to chargeable chunks of three minutes and so watchmaking companies came up with this scale to help people control their talking duration.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Declaration

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Vintage Enicar Chronograph Watch to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217874
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Description
Gents Enicar 1005CH chronograph / wrist watch, pre-Sherpa.

UK POSTAGE ONLY FOR THIS ITEM

Gents Enicar 1005CH chronograph / wrist watch, pre-Sherpa.

The watch has a Swiss 17-jewel Valjoux 92 hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The movement is fully signed with the Enicar Watch Co name.

The regulator looks like it may have been replaced at some stage as it has the import code for Aero, who also used the Valjoux 92 movements in their chronographs.
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fig 1. A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap.
fig 1. Gents Enicar 1005ch Chronograph / Wrist Watch, Pre-sherpa

The watch measures 34mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs. The case is chromium plated while the case back is stainless steel. The condition is good with just light marking, nothing serious at all, and the side has opened up a little where the back has been removed in the past (as shown in the photo).

fig 2. A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap.
fig 2. Gents Enicar 1005ch Chronograph / Wrist Watch, Pre-sherpa

The lens is in lovely condition.

The dial, signed with the Enicar through the Saturn logo, is in its original finish. The hands are original apart from the time recording subsidiary dial. This recording dial has three large markers at three, six and nine minutes. These were aimed at the businessman who made international telephone calls which were very expensive at the time. The calls were rounded to chargeable chunks of three minutes and so watchmaking companies came up with this scale to help people control their talking duration.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Vintage Enicar Chronograph Watch to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217874
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
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Specialists in antique and vintage wrist watches and pocket watches

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A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap.
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Archive I A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap.

Gents Enicar 1005ch Chronograph / Wrist Watch, Pre-sherpa

Archive II A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap. View II
Archive III A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap. View III
Archive IV A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap. View IV
Archive V A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap. View V
Archive VI A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap. View VI
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Location: Worcestershire, United Kingdom
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A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap.
Gents Enicar 1005CH chronograph / wrist watch, pre-Sherpa
Ref: SA1217874
A vintage Enicar chronograph wrist watch featuring a cream dial with telematics scales, two sub-dials, stainless steel case, and a brown leather strap.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

A mid-century chronograph is a Swiss mechanical wristwatch produced mid-20th century that combines standard timekeeping with a stop-watch function. These models frequently included specialised outer scales such as telemeters or tachymeters on the dial.

Mid-century timepieces typically feature stainless steel or chrome-plated cases, acrylic crystals, brass movement components, and leather or woven textile straps.

Authentic examples feature correct movement markings matching the manufacturer, period-accurate dial typography, stamped inner case backs, and appropriate natural surface patina corresponding with age.

A vintage chronograph complements both formal tailoring and casual menswear, adding historical character when paired with smart outerwear or neutral knitwear.

Keep the watch away from strong magnetic fields and moisture, store it in a dry environment, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced and lubricated every three to five years.
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