Wittnauer 242T Chronograph in Steel, 1960s

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ESTIMATED RETAIL PRICE: $5,500* *This is the estimated value a piece of similar quality, craftsmanship, and characteristics could command at retail. Summary of Key Characteristics CIRCA: 1960s CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel DIAL: Original matte black dial with luminous hour markers. Three chronograph subdials with dotted inner track and decimeter outer track BRACELET MATERIAL: Black leather strap with red stitching CASE DIMENSIONS: 38 mm in diameter BRACELET SIZE: 7 3/4 inches REFERENCE NUMBER: 8024 CALIBER: Valjoux 72 MOVEMENT: Manual The Wittnauer 242T is the kind of watch that makes chronograph collectors go quiet for a moment before asking to hold it. The Valjoux 72 movement is legendary — it also powered Rolex Daytona references from the same era. The dial design, with its dotted inner track and distinctive 'cat whisker' decimeter outer track, is unlike anything else from the 1960s. This example has an essentially flawless dial with pumpkin patina lume — the holy grail condition for a vintage chronograph. A true connoisseur's piece. • Condition: Dial is in excellent condition. Case is very good, with evidence of polishing. Movement is running at time of cataloging. Overall, the present example is in excellent condition. Global Shipping With customers in over 100 countries, we provide fully insured global shipping, expertly arranged by our team. The shipping costs, determined based on the insured value of the package and its destination, will be calculated post-auction and added to your invoice. Please note, VAT, duties, or any additional charges related to international shipping are not included in these costs and remain the responsibility of the buyer. Post-Auction Support As a full-service auction house, we take pride in the comprehensive range of post-auction services we offer, including ring resizing, stone replacement, and repair work. It's part of our commitment to ensure a seamless transaction and to cater to your needs even after the gavel falls. However, please note that the applicability of certain services may vary depending on the specifics of the lot. If you have any questions or need additional information such as a cost estimate, we encourage you to reach out to us. Property Sold As-Is Please be aware that all lots are sold "As Is". We do not guarantee that the lot is in pristine condition or devoid of imperfections, or wear and tear that is consistent with the age of the item. Watches, unless still in original packaging or never worn, will likely have some degree of wear and scratches. This should be expected for many of the watches offered in auction. Even if a watch is running, bidders and buyers should expect that all movements will require maintenance. Watches are not guaranteed to be keeping time. It falls under the buyer's responsibility to inspect the lot or request additional photos and condition details prior to bidding. Bidding Guidelines Please remember that once you have placed a bid on FORTUNA's platform, it cannot be retracted or reduced. Buyer's Premium and Sales Tax A buyer's premium of 25% (30% if bidding on LiveAuctioneers, Invaluable, and Bidsquare) is applicable to all winning bids and is not included in the online bid value. We collect sales tax for lots shipped to the following states within the US: CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, and VA. Conditions of Sale We encourage all potential bidders to consult our Conditions of Sale for comprehensive details. By placing a bid, you acknowledge that you have read and are bound by these conditions. Contact Us For further assistance or inquiries, please contact us at info@fortunaauction.com or call (212) 389-9040 . For international calls (outside of the US) and all text messages, please use WhatsApp to reach us at +1 212-389-9040 . Lot Updates Sold price includes hammer of $2,800 plus buyer's premium