FROM AN IMPORTANT ASIAN COLLECTOR
943
Mathey-Tissot
Type XX
An attractive and extremely rare stainless steel flyback chronograph wristwatch with luminous hour makers and rotating bezel
Estimate
HK$120,000 - 200,000
€13,200 - 22,000
$15,400 - 25,600
Sold For
HK$125,000
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Mathey-Tissot
Year
Circa 1960
Case No
234'915
Model Name
Type XX
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Manual, cal. 225, 17 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel buckle
Dimensions
38.5mm. Diameter
Signed
Dial signed, case numbered
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
As mentioned in the previous lot description, several brands answered the call to produce the military watch including Mathey-Tissot. In fact, the firm Breguet subcontracted the production of their Type XX to Mathey-Tissot, and both examples look exceedingly similar. While the majority of the Mathey-Tissot production was for Breguet, it is believed there are approximately 50 known examples with the brand’s own signature possibly made for the civilian market.
The present example is in lovely condition and features the three register dial type with dials for constant seconds, 12-hour register and 30-minute register. The watch has been well-maintained throughout its life, and while the case may have been polished in the past, it retains it masculine appeal, and strong proportions with distinct beveled lugs. This is an opportunity for collectors of military watches to own one of the most rare examples.
The present example is in lovely condition and features the three register dial type with dials for constant seconds, 12-hour register and 30-minute register. The watch has been well-maintained throughout its life, and while the case may have been polished in the past, it retains it masculine appeal, and strong proportions with distinct beveled lugs. This is an opportunity for collectors of military watches to own one of the most rare examples.