1930s Minerva Cal.20CH Rare 1st Water-Resistant Chronograph with Breguet Numerals
| Manufacturer | MINERVA |
|---|---|
| Model | Water Proof Chronograph |
| Year of Manufacture | 1940s |
| Reference no. | --- |
| Product no. | B-10662 |
| Price |
This is a description of a rare and highly sought-after vintage watch made by Minerva in the late 1930s. It features the renowned Caliber 20CH movement and a snap-back waterproof case, which is unusual for a Minerva chronograph as they typically have screw-back cases. Despite its small size of 33mm, the watch has a distinctive and somewhat unbalanced appearance due to the large pushers and crown on the case. The ivory-colored Breguet numerals and silver dial, combined with Breguet hands, create a beautiful vintage look. The watch is equipped with Minerva's iconic chronograph movement, the Caliber 20CH, which is renowned for its beautiful curves.
Item details
| Serial no. | 450,*** |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 13-20CH |
| Movement no. | --- |
| Movement type | Manual winding |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Case size | 33mm |
| Case type | Snap back Water-resistant |
| Dial | Original |
|---|---|
| Type of Indices | |
| Belt | Non Original (between lugs:18mm) / GF Type-5 ツートン |
| Evaluation case | 92％ |
| Evaluation dial | 92％ |
| Evaluation mov | 93％ |
| Condition | 4.5 |
| Rarity | 4.5 |
Other details
Case: Minor scratches and ageing, but retains original shaping and volume and engraving on the back cover.
Dial: Ivory tone age-toning is evenly visible on all surfaces.
Movement: The winding and chrono functions are good, and the accuracy is around 30 seconds per day.
Dial: Ivory tone age-toning is evenly visible on all surfaces.
Movement: The winding and chrono functions are good, and the accuracy is around 30 seconds per day.