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A unique survivor?
Manufactured in 1942, this specific watch is considered, to the best of the available knowledge, to be the only example of ref. 1542 to have survived.
The balance cock of its 10-110 movement bears the import stamp “PXP” showing that this watch was made specifically for the American market, which is coherent with the Tiffany & Co. signed dial.
The watch was sold by Christie's on July 13th 2020.
I discovered its existence while exploring the collection of our dear Roni Madhvani, to whom it belonged.
I know that hooded lugs are no longer in fashion and that the design of this watch will not appeal to many, but, seen on Roni Madhvani's wrist, I find it full of style and charm.
Side by side with the “Comet” ref. 1551
Side by side with an example of ref. 3445 which is also signed Tiffany & Co.
The two-tone pink dial is wonderful.
Last wrist shot.
Last static shot.
credit: Christie’s (1-3) & Roni Madhvani
A divisive design, for sure, but a watch I personally find wonderful.
Do you like it too?
Thanks for looking.
Best, Emmanuel
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A unique survivor?
Manufactured in 1942 , this specific watch is considered , to the best of the available knowledge , to be the only example of ref. 1542 to have survived . The balance cock of its 10-110 movement bears the import stamp “ PXP ” showing that this watch was m...
Hi Emmanuel, the design is so usual and thanks for showing us !
Similar to some of the other rarely seen ones you have discovered, I need to see it in the metal before I could decide😅
I would need to see it in person too!
Very unusual design, but it looks good on the wrist and what a beautiful dial! Best, Emmanuel
Well said!
It's always striking how certain photos change the way we see a watch. Being able to see the watch in person would be ideal of course. Best, Emmanuel
I like it
Full of character and more interesting than many of the contemporary models but that's just where my tastes are at the moment. One small question, there seems to be a black mark (or a hole) just below the number 3 index, is that just an illusion?
I think it’s the hole into which the
bottom foot of the applied three is inserted. Why is it visible when it shouldn’t be of course, I don’t know… I agree on the great characterful design. Best, Emmanuel
Love it and the Comet as well. I guess they date back to when lug and case design were more impressive than today.
Perhaps today they stay more generic to not alienate anyone.
I think you are absolutely right.
The imperative to be profitable certainly discourages straying too far from more consensual shapes. Best, Emmanuel
My pleasure, Roni!
Exploring your (past and present) collection is such a joy! Best, Emmanuel