A collection of masterpieces of chronograph wristwatch movements: the Valjoux 22

[Ulysse Nardin] Vintage Valjoux 22
-Chronograph

Swiss chronometer manufacturer with a high reputation in the field of marine chronometers
This is a watch from the long-established manufacturer, Ulysse Nardin.

Its trademark is an anchor, symbolizing its history.

This watch was made between 1940 and 1950.

Movement

It is equipped with a Valjoux 22.

Chronograph start/stop/reset, all operations
is smooth.

Case

The slightly larger 38mm case has a pump pusher.

This specification is very rare and valuable.

The case is made of stainless steel.

others

The dial is in good condition.

Please note that there is one mark near the "5 o'clock" mark.

Additionally, the second hand and crown have been previously replaced.

Although some parts have been replaced as mentioned above, there is no impact on operation.
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[BIRMA] Valjoux 22
- Chronograph single pusher button circa 1930

This watch, with its distinctive black dial, dates from around 1930.

Movement

It uses the popular Valjoux 22.

It's quite an old item, but it still works perfectly today.
As you can see from the pictures, it is in very good condition.

Case

It is made of stainless steel and has a diameter of 35.5 mm.

The case is also in good condition.

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The metal band has a pin so that the size can be adjusted.

It also comes with a nylon strap for replacement.

The chronograph and other functions all work properly.

[TAG Heuer] Vintage Precarrera Valjoux 22
-Chronograph (manual winding)

This watch is called a Precarella, made by Heuer.

This watch has an attractive, simple dial design.

Movement

The movement is a manual winding Valjoux 22.

Case

The case size is a large 37mm.

 

[Berna] Vintage Valjoux 22
-Chronograph 1950s

This watch is said to be so valuable that it is called a phantom.
This is Berna.

Berna is a watch manufacturer founded in St. Imier, Switzerland in 1864.

Its glorious history includes sub-brands such as "West and Watches".
Through it all, he gained fame.

And he won awards in several competitions.

Vintage items made in the 1950s are slightly larger than normal.
The design is distinctive.

(Its name is Deluxe Chronograph)

Movement

The manual winding movement is the Valjoux 22.

Case

It is a large size, measuring 39 mm.

The color is stainless black.

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The chronograph dial is original to Berna.

The condition of the original parts is excellent throughout.

In addition, the watch has been maintained and tested by a professional watchmaker.

When you purchase it, you will receive a brand new crocodile leather strap (brown),
Comes with a premium Italian grey lizard leather strap.

[Election] Vintage Valjoux 22
-Chronograph double push button doctor's watch

This watch was made between 1940 and 1949.
The sleek chronograph design is beautiful.
This is a doctor's watch.

As the name suggests, a doctor's watch is for medical use.
It means something that is designed.

Its design makes it easy to measure the patient's pulse.

Movement

It is equipped with a Valjoux 22.

It is a manual winding watch and has 19 jewels.

The movement has been confirmed by the manufacturer and is working without any problems.

Case

The stainless steel case is in very good condition.
Is good.

The size is 36mm excluding the crown.

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Dial: Vintage but in very good condition.

Comes with a high-quality leather strap as an accessory.

[Helbros] Vintage Valjoux 22
-Pilot Chronograph Stainless Steel

Helbros is a long-established German watch manufacturer founded in 1913.

Movement

It is a manual winding movement and is equipped with a Valjoux 22.

Case

The case size is 37.5 mm.

There are scratches appropriate for the age of the item, but no other noticeable defects.

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Other watch details are as follows:

Total weight: approx. 58.9g

Size of crystal covering the dial: 32mm

Crown width: 40mm

Distance between lugs: 45mm

strap:

- Made from stretchy crocodile leather.

・Leather size is 15-18mm

- The strap can be adjusted to fit your wrist size.

The watch is in good overall condition and works very smoothly.

There is no accessory box or instruction manual.

[Regines] Vintage Valjoux 22
-Chronograph Monopusher 1930s

This watch was made by the brand Regines around 1930.

With only one chronograph pusher, this simple and classic
The design is characteristic of the 1930s.

This is a vintage item and not a recent reproduction.

Movement

High quality Swiss made movement.

It is a 17 jewel manual winding watch.

I suspect it's powered by a Valjoux 22.
(There is no confirmation on this point yet.)

Case

The case is made of stainless steel (black) with metal chrome finish.
This has been implemented.

The size is 36.8mm (excluding crown).

The size including the crown is 43mm.

Additionally, the distance between the lugs is 19.2mm.

Considering that it was made in the 1930s, the case is in good condition.
I think it's good.

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The word Regines is written on the dial.

The dial is in good condition and, although it is an antique, it is still beautiful.

The clock hands are in good condition and have been used for many years.
There are some small marks, but it does not affect the movement.

The crystals that cover the dial are made of plastic or plexiglass.

There are no scratches or cracks that would detract from the appearance.

Repair history: The repair history of this watch is as follows:

- The chrome on the case has been re-plated.

-Replace the crystal.

-Dial repaired.

-The movement was maintained by a craftsman in January 2017.

I decided to perform maintenance because the oil had dried up and special procedures were required to remove it.

After making some adjustments and changing the oil, the movement improved.

[Leonidas] Valjoux 22
-Chronograph

This is a Leonidas watch, which is also known as a "hidden prestigious brand."

Founded in 1841, Leonidas merged with Heuer in 1964.

(Company name changed following merger.)

The company has since become highly regarded in the global market for stopwatches and chronographs.

Movement

It uses a Valjoux 22 manual winding movement.

Case

The case is made of nickel chrome and is 36mm in size (excluding the crown).
It is as follows.

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The dial has been replaced.

There is no signature on the case.

The movement is very smooth and works without any issues.

[Primera] Valjoux 22
-Chronograph Military Type

This watch is a vintage Primera.

Since it is a military type, it emphasizes functionality,
This is a masterpiece that gives a simple and clean impression.

Movement

The manual winding movement is the Valjoux 22.

The movement is smooth and the condition is good.

Case

The case is made of nickel chrome and is 36mm in size.

(Crown not included)

[Marvin] Valjoux 22
-Chronograph made of pure gold (18K)

Marvin was founded in 1850 with a workshop in Santiago, Switzerland, and is a watch manufacturer highly regarded for the precision of its movements and excellent design.

This watch is a vintage piece for men in pink gold.
This is a very valuable watch.

Movement

The 17 jewel movement uses the Valjoux 22.

Case

Marvin's case has the original signature.

Made of 18K pink gold.

The case size is 36mm excluding the crown.

The serial number "732773" is engraved on the back.

It is in excellent condition and its accuracy and functionality are excellent.

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The case, dial, crown, and movement are all originals from the time of manufacture.

The dial displays the hours in Arabic numerals.

The hands pointing to the black and silver numerals are made of steel and are blued.

Additionally, this watch comes with an 18mm premium brown leather strap.

[Otona] Valjoux 22
-Chronograph made of nickel chrome

This watch is a Swiss made Otona watch.

This is a masterpiece with a distinctive bronze surface.

Movement

It is a hand-wound movement.

Overall it works without any problems.

Case

The nickel-chrome case measures 36.5 mm.
(Crown not included.)

[Review] Valjoux 22
-Chronograph in 18K pink gold

Revue is a Swiss watch manufacturer.

This watch is one of the larger models from this historic manufacturer, which was founded in 1853.

The text in the frame around the board is blue.
It's simple yet has a pop feel to it.

It is a beautiful piece of work.

Movement

This watch is equipped with a Valjoux 22.

Case

The case size is 38mm, which is slightly larger than average.

18K pink gold case.

[Ulysse Nardin] Valjoux 22
-Chronograph made of 18K pure gold

This is a watch from Ulysse Nardin, a long-established Swiss manufacturer highly regarded in the field of marine chronometers.

Its trademark is an anchor, symbolizing its history.
(This watch does not have the anchor logo.)

The 1955 watch is a size larger than average.

Movement

Powered by a Valjoux 22, this watch runs just as smoothly as the day it was made.

Case

The case size is 38mm.

It is made of 18K pure gold and is still in excellent condition.

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The dial is still the original one.

The center says "Ulysse Nardin."