Vintage Eweco Chronograph with Landeron Movement

amanico · 2013-09-17T00:08:55Z

Discover a vintage Eweco chronograph with a unique cream and chocolate dial, Landeron movement, and unusual pusher configuration. A hidden gem for collectors.

Amanico shares a delightful discovery from the vintage world: a charming Eweco chronograph with a unique dial and pusher configuration. This post highlights the joy of finding hidden gems where brand recognition takes a backseat to aesthetic appeal and intriguing technical details. The discussion further uncovers the watch's movement and historical context, making it a valuable read for vintage watch enthusiasts.

An example: This Vintage Chronograph Blomman brought with him during our 3000 % passion week end.

I couldn't read the name of this brand, nor on the dial, nor on the case back, though, but does it really matter?

What matters is the beautiful dial, with this cream and chocolate patina to die for.

Another interesting detail is that the top chrono pusher is used only to start the chronograph, while, and this is the particularity of this Watch, the pusher at 4 o clock is used to stop and reset the chronograph.

First time I see that.

The size, which is circa 36 / 37 mm, is perfect.

When I think that bour dear Blomman was, till recently, not a Chrono Guy...

Blomman, you are more than welcome to give us more informations about this lovely piece!

Best,

Nicolas

Key Points from the Discussion

The vintage chronograph features a beautiful cream and chocolate patina dial, which is a significant draw for collectors, often outweighing the importance of brand recognition.
The watch exhibits an unusual chronograph pusher configuration: the top pusher starts the chronograph, while the pusher at 4 o'clock stops and resets it, a rare setup.
The watch is identified as an Eweco chronograph, a trademark registered by E. Wolff & Co., and houses a Landeron movement, likely dating from the 1940s.
The 37mm diameter and 18mm lugs contribute to a perfect vintage size, appealing to modern tastes for smaller, classic proportions.
The discussion reinforces the idea that in vintage collecting, the look and internal movement are often more important than the brand name, especially for lesser-known but well-crafted pieces.

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tick tock doctor

Sep 17, 2013

Here is an oldie but goody....

hello amanico, Still brings joy after hundreds of years. (verge) Kind regards Anthony

amanico

Sep 17, 2013

Promising, Anthony. Can you tell us more?

tick tock doctor

Sep 17, 2013

A little...

Hello amanico This is a hour hand only, fusee originally wraped with cat gut cord, verge with no balance spring. That is about all I know. And its the oldest I have ever held in my hands. Pretty cool. Kind regards Anthony

amanico

Sep 17, 2013

Thank you, Anthony. If you have ever more to share, feel free to do so.

There are some pure treasures to rediscover! Best Nicolas

WatchFred

Sep 17, 2013

Beautiful dial !

congrats, Blomman & thanks Nicolas, for sharing. Logo looks like "Eweco", a trademark registered by three companies: Word trade mark Image trade mark Manufacturer Location and details Eweco E. Wolff & Co. Aktiebolag Göteborg, Schweden Eweco Voumard Montres SA / European Watch Co. Hautrive und Neuchâtel, Schweiz; registriert am 2.10.1945 Eweco Max Brailowsky La Chaux-de-Fonds, Schweiz; registriert am 2.10.1945 There is no movement shot, but I would assume it to be a Landeron Hahn, as most

amanico

Sep 17, 2013

Thank you so much, Fred. This is a brand I didn't know at all!

Vintage Eweco Chronograph with Landeron Movement

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