Philippe Charriol Christoper Columbus 1492 Mens Watch - 18K Gold Plated & Stainless Steel

Philippe Charriol Christoper Columbus 1492 Mens Watch - 18K Gold Plated & Stainless SteelThis Philippe Charriol offers something that isnt immediately obvious at a glance. While it presents as a refined luxury dress watch, it was created to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbuss 1492 voyage a detail expressed most clearly through its sculpted medallion caseback. That element gives the piece a quiet sense of meaning, adding depth without overwhelming its design. When Charriol introduced this model, the focus wasnt just

Today's offering showcases this all-original 1940's Clebar two-register chronograph made by Zodiac for the U

: These were always very lightly stamped on this model

we really adore this one

The center diamond displays a Very Light Yellow (“Under N”) natural hue that imparts warmth and individuality

: It appears to be 738

signed Cresarrow

It is not blemishes on the crystal

Back in the 1960s and ’70s

and it is keeping very accurate time

Servicing: As part of the restoration a Master Watchmaker has disassembled it down to its last screw and serviced it ($595 value)

It is the full size mens version measuring 38mm in diameter without the crown

Its fine Concord for Cartier handwound mechanism is a miniature model of Swiss precision