FoxWilde 155 Posted November 9, 2019 Hey gang! picked this up today from a pre owned watch store. I’ve never heard of the brand. But I had a look through it and it seems like a pretty formidable watch, I just had to have it! it has a lovely 18kt gold case, and I’m a sucker for manual wind watches, ESPECIALLY the vintage stuff. Anyways have a look. I have no idea what company this is, if you know anything, I’d love to hear your comments. I’m not sure of the movement. Definitely not a Venus I’m pretty sure it’s a Valjoux 22. But again, not certain. Im not sure if I got ripped off or not, but I felt the offer was a fair price and it’s definitely an enjoyable watch. anyways, enjoy the pics: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,747 Posted November 9, 2019 Google has a bunch of em. Pretty thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted November 9, 2019 Never heard of it, but looks very cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BC1221 44 Posted November 9, 2019 That’s a beautiful piece. Looks like it’s based on lemania chrono. Unless you paid over close to a $1000, you didn’t get ripped off. That movement is worth their much at least (if it runs). Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThat’s a beautiful piece. Looks like it’s based on lemania chrono. Unless you paid over close to a $1000, you didn’t get ripped off. That movement is worth their much at least (if it runs). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Proctometrist 16 Posted November 9, 2019 It is absolutely stunning and now i will adding it to my must buy list. Google here i come... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 464 Posted November 9, 2019 Yep, looks like a Valjoux 22 to me. Lovely watch mate, good catch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FoxWilde 155 Posted November 9, 2019 4 hours ago, BC1221 said: That’s a beautiful piece. Looks like it’s based on lemania chrono. Unless you paid over close to a $1000, you didn’t get ripped off. That movement is worth their much at least (if it runs). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk That’s a beautiful piece. Looks like it’s based on lemania chrono. Unless you paid over close to a $1000, you didn’t get ripped off. That movement is worth their much at least (if it runs). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Nice. Paid €800 so like 900 or something in USD Runs like a champ and an absolute attention grabber! 4 hours ago, ballandbiscuit said: It is absolutely stunning and now i will adding it to my must buy list. Google here i come... 4 hours ago, Foxindebox said: Yep, looks like a Valjoux 22 to me. Lovely watch mate, good catch 5 hours ago, NFleischer said: Never heard of it, but looks very cool. Thanks guys! Didn’t get as big of a steal on this one as some of my last purchases, but I enjoy this one the most so far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted November 10, 2019 That movement needs a see through caseback! Spectacular! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flinnt 2,009 Posted November 10, 2019 Very nice indeed. Except for the blue strap. I’m not a colourful person. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GulfGT40 3,162 Posted November 10, 2019 I could stare at that movement all day. Has an Omega Racend feel about it. https://www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=W5KVOy%2bP&id=AFBE6224298B89E4C33D9BDC8402524B80DEEF43&thid=OIP.W5KVOy-PZgIms7WAhDgAlwHaFg&mediaurl=http%3a%2f%2fi34.tinypic.com%2f1zlg8sp.jpg&exph=594&expw=799&q=omega+racend&simid=608018401706181777&selectedIndex=12&qpvt=omega+racend&ajaxhist=0 I'd be happy to wear it. Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 464 Posted November 10, 2019 10 hours ago, FoxWilde said: Thanks guys! Didn’t get as big of a steal on this one as some of my last purchases, but I enjoy this one the most so far. It’s lovely mate, and that’s a great price too. I've just scratched my vintage chrono itch with this Unitas running a Venus 188 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FoxWilde 155 Posted November 10, 2019 10 hours ago, TheGingerFerret said: That movement needs a see through caseback! Spectacular! Indeed! 4 hours ago, Flinnt said: Very nice indeed. Except for the blue strap. I’m not a colourful person. I figured I’d need one. The original was very worn. However, I’m working on making my own handmade leather strap. This is italy after all @Foxindebox awww man that’s a lovely one mate!! i think with all the vintage chrono I’ve bought I stop myself by now, but now I know the hobby.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tribefan 6,768 Posted November 10, 2019 Movement is beautiful. https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fit.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FPhilip_Watch https://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/philip-watch-267575.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FoxWilde 155 Posted November 11, 2019 5 hours ago, tribefan said: Movement is beautiful. https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fit.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FPhilip_Watch https://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/philip-watch-267575.html Very good information! Makes sense to find it in Arezzo. Too bad to see it’s out of its glory days (IMO) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
