A 1940s Wittnauer chronograph, featuring a two-tone dial and powered by the renowned Valjoux Cal. 23.
The watch is housed in a robust stainless steel waterproof case with a screw-back construction and inner dust cover, giving it a substantial and durable feel. It is equipped with the legendary Cal. 23 by Valjoux, a movement widely used by prestigious brands such as Patek Philippe and Rolex.
The dial features Arabic numeral indices paired with blue steel baton hands, offering excellent legibility. As a company that served as the official U.S. distributor for Longines and played a key role in introducing high-quality Swiss watches to the American market, Wittnauer is known for delivering outstanding value for money—and this chronograph is a perfect example.
With its well-balanced size, waterproof construction, and high-quality chronograph movement, this is a superb vintage piece well-suited for everyday wear.