The present stainless steel chronograph is a wonderful example of watchmaking from the late 1930s. The design is already abandoning the "carefree" canons of the 1920s and early 1930s; it rather features a more austere style, typical of the following decade and influenced by the turmoil of the time. The technical multi-scale dial further accentuates this militaristic vibe. The only concession to the Belle Epoque style is the Dauphine numerals which, beyond being a very rare feature, add flair to the final looks of the piece.