Chronoswiss - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII Hong Kong Friday, May 24, 2024 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Chronoswiss
    Year: Circa 2007
    Reference No: CH1371W
    Movement No: No. 847
    Case No: No.71/99
    Model Name: Digiteur
    Material: 18k white gold
    Calibre: Manual, cal. FEF. 130, 15 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Leather
    Clasp/Buckle: 18k white gold Chronoswiss pin buckle
    Dimensions: 45mm length x 27.7mm width
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Chronoswiss guarantee stamped by retailer Hirano, Japan dated 21st May 2007, leather passport holder and fitted presentation box.

  • Catalogue Essay

    In 2005, Chronoswiss introduced the Digiteur MSA (Montre sans Aiguilles), which translates to "watch without hands" in English. This unique timepiece features a rectangular watch movement based on a NOS (New Old Stock) shaped-movement from FEF. FEF, founded by Jules Jéquier and David Louis Petitpierre in Fleurier, Val de Travers, Switzerland, in 1882, specialized in producing movement blanks. In 1920, their movement-blank division gained independence under the name "Fabrique d'ébauches de Fleurier (FEF)."

    Chronoswiss founder, Mr. Gerd-Rüdiger Lang, known for his unwavering passion for mechanical timepieces, came across this extraordinary find and acquired its captivating contents for his Munich-based watchmaking company. However, to meet Chronoswiss's exacting standards, the original caliber underwent meticulous modification and refinement.

    With its enduring design and a time display limited to just 99 pieces in white gold, the Digiteur MSA is a truly remarkable addition to any collection. Complete with its accompanying accessories, this timepiece adds a touch of whimsy and fascination to the world of horology.

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Lot offered with No Reserve

Ref. CH1371W
An intriguing limited edition white gold wristwatch with jumping hours, digital minutes, seconds display with warranty and presentation box, numbered 71 of a limited edition of 99 pieces

Circa 2007
45mm length x 27.7mm width
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$30,000 - 60,000 
€3,600-7,200
$3,800-7,700

Sold for HK$63,500

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII

Hong Kong Auction 24 - 25 May 2024