228
Record
Ref. 10'077
A very rare, attractive and large stainless steel split second chronograph wristwatch with two-tone dial, unusual lugs and presentation box
Estimate
CHF12,000 - 18,000
Sold For
CHF15,000
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Record
Year
1945
Reference No
10'077
Case No
738'428
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Manual, cal. 179, 20 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel buckle
Dimensions
37.5mm. Diameter
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed
Accessories
Fitted presentation box
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Record Watch Company was founded in 1903 and not only had a rich history in making interesting and unusual calendar watches, but even more so in the field of chronographs. The present example of a split-second chronograph is one of the most iconic and most sought after watches the firm ever produced.
The Venus Cal.179 sits within a wonderfully proportioned steel case with stepped sides and majestic faceted lugs, showing its original finish as if it left the Record factory yesterday. The stunning two-tone dial with gilt dot for the hours and Roman 12 and 6 further enhances this amazing watch and harks back to the very evocative times of the 1940s.
The Venus Cal.179 sits within a wonderfully proportioned steel case with stepped sides and majestic faceted lugs, showing its original finish as if it left the Record factory yesterday. The stunning two-tone dial with gilt dot for the hours and Roman 12 and 6 further enhances this amazing watch and harks back to the very evocative times of the 1940s.