Tavannes. A fine and rare stainless steel "waterproof" chronograph wristwatch with black multi-scale dial
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Tavannes. A fine and rare stainless steel "waterproof" chronograph wristwatch with black multi-scale dial

Signed Tavannes, Watersport model, ref. 8946-60, circa 1945

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Tavannes. A fine and rare stainless steel "waterproof" chronograph wristwatch with black multi-scale dial
Signed Tavannes, Watersport model, ref. 8946-60, circa 1945
Movement: manual, Valjoux cal. 22, 17 jewels
Dial: black with gilt Arabic numerals, tachymeter and telemeter scales, subsidiary seconds and 30-minute register
Case: two-body, “waterproof” secured by four screws in the lugs
Signed: case, dial and movement
Dimensions: 37.5 mm. diam.
Special Notice
This lot is offered without reserve. On lots marked with an + in the catalogue, VAT will be charged at 8% on both the premium as well as the hammer price.

Lot Essay

A very attractive large-size stainless steel “waterproof” chronograph with stunning original and untouched multi-scale black dial. A great looking and very wearable vintage steel chronograph from the 1940s.

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