A collection of masterpieces of chronograph wristwatch movements: the Valjoux 72

The Valjoux 72, the watch that changed the history of mechanical wristwatches

Among mechanical watches, the one that is most often compared to the Venus 178 is the Valjoux 72.

These are the two movements that are said to be distinctive, and today I will focus on the Valjoux 72.

The most representative movement equipped with the Valjoux 72 is

・Rolex Paul Newman・Rolex Daytona・Breitling Navitimer, etc.



The most distinctive feature of the Valjoux 72 is the 12-hour counter at the 6 o'clock position.

Until then, mechanical chronographs only had two subdials.

One is a 30-minute counter, the other is a 45-minute counter.

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It was the Valjoux 72 that made it possible to equip this watch with a 12-hour counter.

However, even though it was said that this 12-hour counter would be installed, the reason that it had not been installed until then was not simply because it was not chosen, but because there was no space to accommodate it.

Designers find space where there isn't any, since it's impossible to find a lot of space due to the barrel and attachments.

That's why I thought it would be best to place it on the side of the dial where there is more space.
There is also a derivative model, the Valjoux 72C, which is a Valjoux 72 equipped with a calendar function.

There are other prototypes of the Valjoux 72.

There is a movement called Valjoux 72 VZH.
This is a prototype movement for the Valjoux 72.

Similarly, there is the Valjoux VZ, which is also a prototype version of the Valjoux 23.
In other words, the h in vzh stands for hour.

To add some confusion, there is also a move called the Valjoux ght.

It is said that this was manufactured to a different design than the Valjoux 22, but the two share the same baseplate and other parts and have many similarities.

The big difference is the number of teeth on the column wheel.

The Valjoux 22 has 8 strokes compared to the ght's 6.
However, whether it is the Valjoux VZ, VZH series, or the GHT, they are all rare movements, which is why the Valjoux 72 is considered a masterpiece.

As such, there is currently a global demand for the Valjoux 72 movement, and even in Japan there are very few of them, making them very difficult to find.

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From here on, we will introduce chronograph watches equipped with the Valjoux 72, which is said to be the masterpiece.

TAG Heuer Valjoux 72 - Chronograph/Pure gold/Date calendar (3 registers)

This vintage Heuer watch was made between 1920 and 1970.

The pure gold face has just the right amount of weightiness that is characteristic of a men's watch.

It's a great watch with a three-register chronograph and date calendar.
The overall design is simple and clean.

Movement Valjoux 72

This Heuer movement is a great piece and is also a vintage piece.
Regardless, it still keeps time as good as new.

However, since it is a watch that is over 50 years old, it needs cleaning, oiling, etc.
I recommend that you perform maintenance.

Case

It is made of pure gold (18KT) and is in very good condition.

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This watch is a vintage item.

It's not very noticeable, but as you can see in the photos, there are some small scratches.
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[Ed Heuer] Pre-2444 Valjoux 72 Stainless Steel/Chronograph

This watch is the precursor to the current TAG Heuer
This is a rare vintage Ed Heuer item.

Movement Valjoux 72

Although it is an antique watch, the movement is in excellent condition and is well preserved.

Case

The condition of the beautiful blackish stainless steel case is
It is in very good condition and in beautiful condition.

The glass on the face of the dial has a border-like design,
It gives a sharp impression.

It has a well-balanced thickness, and the dial design and unique
The glossy finish gives the piece a rich flavor.

The case is 36mm wide, with the protruding part measuring 18mm.

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The watch strap (band) is dark brown, which shows the quality of the leather.

The buckle is made of steel.

[Wittner] Valjoux 72 REF 6002/5 Wristwatch/Chronograph (Manual Winding)

This is a watch made by Wittner, a watch manufacturer that once existed in the United States.

Just like Breitling partnered with the American company Wakmann.
The Wittner can be considered Longines' American product.


The silver case and black leather make this a very beautiful piece.

Movement Valjoux 72

It is a manual winding system.

It's an old item, but it still works fine today.

Case

The stainless steel case is in good condition.

There are some small scratches on the back of the case,
It doesn't affect the appearance and is otherwise in good condition.

The case size is 35mm.

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There are small stains on the outside of the dial (around 2 o'clock and 11 o'clock).

(Please check the dial face above)

It's not noticeable, except for the minor scratches on the case mentioned above.
The movement of the watch is in excellent condition.

This watch is engraved with the serial number 6002/5.

[Jaeger-LeCoultre] Vintage Valjoux 72 Triple Register Chronograph (Manual Winding)

This Jaeger-LeCoultre watch was produced around the 1950s.

The faces of LeCoultre's men's watches are sleek and simple in design.

Movement Valjoux 72

The manual winding movement is made of stainless steel and is in very good condition.

The inside is stamped "LEOCOUTRE SWISS / ACIER INOX."

Case

It is in very good condition.

The size is 35.5mm excluding the crown.

The number "16520" is engraved on the back of the case.

It is rare to find a Jaeger-LeCoultre mechanical watch in such good condition.
It's safe to say that it's rare.



If you want to maintain the condition, we recommend having it dry cleaned.

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Condition of the watch hands: The movement is very good. The color is bright.

Crown condition: The original crown used at the time of manufacture is used.

[Minerva] Vintage Valjoux 72 Triple Register Chronograph

Minerva is a small manufacturer that began in a small village in Switzerland in 1856.

It is also famous as a manufacturer that is particular about its own movements.

Movement Valjoux 72

It is engraved on the inside with "MINERVA VALJOUX72, 17 JEWELS".

The watch is in very good condition and still works perfectly.

Case

The case is made of matte stainless steel, just as it was when it was manufactured.


The case is engraved with "STAINLESS STEEL" and "95 155".

The case size is 36.04mm in diameter.

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Distance between lugs: 44.50mm

Lug: 17.00mm

Watch thickness: 13.75mm

The dial has a silver finish.

Another feature of a chronograph is how to read a stopwatch.

The timer starts when the second hand reaches 6 o'clock and goes around once to measure the time.

Although it is in good condition, it is an antique watch, so in the future,
Maintenance may be required.

[Wittner] Valjoux 72 Triple Register Chronograph

This Wittner watch is an antique,
Although it does have some scratches, the appeal of its sophisticated design remains intact.

Movement

Case

There is a slight scratch on the back.



There is also a small dent on the side of the case.

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There are small scratches on the glass surface.

There is a crack in the glass on the face of the dial, between 5 o'clock and 4 o'clock.

I've been wearing it for 2 weeks and it works fine, but it needs some maintenance.
I think so.

[Kelvert] Valjoux 72 - 1950s Stainless Steel Chronograph
With date calendar (3 digits)

This is a Kelbert men's watch made in the 1950s.

It is still being carefully preserved today.

Movement Valjoux 72

The movement is inscribed "Kelbert".

Case

The stainless steel case is very beautiful.
is preserved in its current state.

The size is 35 x 44 mm.

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Chronograph and push button performance
Very good, very good movement.


The crystal on the dial is nicely polished.

The dial is original.

[Tag Heuer] Vintage Camaro 7220 Valjoux 72

Heuer's Camaro was only produced for a limited time from 1968 to 1972.
It is a valuable watch that was produced.

The name Camaro comes from the Indy 500.

At the time, the pace car for the Indy 500 was a Chevrolet Camaro.
It was in use.

The Camaro on this watch comes from the Indy 500.

The jet black dial of this watch gives it a stylish look.

Movement Valjoux 72

It is equipped with a 17 jewel Valjoux 72.

There are no problems with the movement, just like when it was released.
It's ticking away.

Case

The stainless steel case is also in good condition.

There are small scratches all over the case.

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Dial:
The dial part of the face is in good condition, and the luminous material on the hands is
It remains firmly in place.

Crown: The crown is also original Heuer.

[TAG Heuer] Vintage Precarrera Valjoux 72 - 1960s Chronograph (#78869)

A beautiful Heuer watch made in the early 1960s.

The size of the watch includes the crown.
Diameter 33mm x 42mm.

As shown in the photo, the original strap is brown leather and
It has become like this.

Overall, the watch is in good condition and keeps good time.
There is no problem with accuracy either.

Movement

It is equipped with a high-grade Valjoux 72.

It is Swiss made and is 17 jewels.

The serial number "451508" is also listed.

Case

The gold-plated and stainless steel case
It is stamped "Ed. Heuer & Co."

The number "78869" is engraved on the back of the case.

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Dial: In later years the hours were marked in Roman numerals.

The top of the screen is engraved with "Heuer" and "Swiss Made".

The chronograph dial has a 3-minute counter at 3 o'clock on the face.
The 60-second counter is at 9 o'clock on the board.
The 12-hour counter is at 6 o'clock.

The top push button is the start/stop button,
The bottom one is a button to reset to zero.

[Eberhard] Valjoux 72 - Chronograph made of pure gold (18K) with calendar

Eberhard is a Swiss watch maker renowned for its chronographs.
We are a watch manufacturer.

Around the same time as Breitling, which invented the wristwatch chronograph
Eberhard also released a chronograph with two pushers.

This watch is one of the perfect watches with a calendar.

This is a very valuable watch.

Movement Valjoux 72

Powered by a Valjoux 72, this watch is manually wound.

The movement is in perfect condition and keeps accurate time.

Case

The case diameter is 36 mm.

It is made of pure gold and is in top condition.

Additionally, the case has a stamp of authenticity engraved on both the front and back.

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Dial: The original one is used as is.

Being a vintage item, it has been slightly damaged, but is in amazing condition.
I'd say it's good.

[Baume & Mercier] Vintage Valjoux 72 Chronograph Tricompax Rose Gold (18K)

The beautiful chronograph known as the Tricompax
Baume & Mercier watch.

Baume & Mercier is a long-established Swiss watch manufacturer.
It is said to be the sixth oldest in the world.

In keeping with the philosophy of "only accepting perfection,"
It is a beautifully designed watch.

Movement Valjoux 72

It is equipped with a Valjoux 72.

Case

The rose gold case is 36mm (excluding the crown),
The condition of the item is very good.

[Jaeger-LeCoultre] Valjoux 72 - Chronograph (Manual winding)

This Jaeger-LeCoultre watch dates back to the 1950s and 1960s.
It was made in between.

Movement Valjoux 72

It is equipped with a manual winding Valjoux 72.

It is a triple register chronograph.

The material used is rhodium plating.

It is a 17 jewel case, and has shock absorbing mechanism,
Escapement is complete.

The light source used is original.


The Valjoux 72 was used between 1950 and 1960.
It is the same model as the Rolex Daytona.

Case

It is made of stainless steel and measures 35.5mm.

It is a beautiful item with the lugs and bezel thoroughly polished.

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Some of the markings indicating the minutes around 9 o'clock on the face of the clock
It is slightly sunlit.

The clock is covered with acrylic material.

The strap is made of cordovan.