Chronograph suiss Elgé gent's 1960s – Rare White Waffle Dial – Swiss Vintage

Pilot Chronograph suiss Elgé – Landeron 48 | Waffle Dial Swiss Telemeter

There are vintage watches that stand out at first glance, and this Elgé Chronograph is one of those cases.

What really catches the eye is the white waffle-textured dial, a very special detail that gives the watch depth and unique elegance. Depending on the light, the dial pattern creates a very interesting effect, something only found in some of the best-made vintage chronographs.

The classic layout with two subdials and a telemeter scale around the dial retains the spirit of Swiss chronographs from the mid-20th century, when these watches were precision instruments and not just accessories.

Inside is the renowned Swiss Landeron 48 chronograph movement, with 17 jewels, recently overhauled to ensure proper functioning and reliability. It is a movement respected among collectors for its robustness and the importance it has had in the history of vintage chronographs.

The case has been fully restored, as has the watch as a whole, and it is now in very good condition. The size is particularly interesting for a chronograph of that era: 37.7 mm with the crown and 37 mm without the crown, giving it a very pleasing presence on the wrist.

Combined with the brown leather strap, the set maintains a classic and elegant look, perfect for those who appreciate authentic vintage watches.

A Swiss chronograph with character, interesting details, and that kind of understated presence that only vintage mechanical watches can convey.

Details

Brand: Chronograph swiss Elgé waffle dial

Model: Pilot Chronograph

Movement: Landeron 48, Swiss mechanical chronograph, 17 jewels

Dial: Textured white waffle pattern

Scale: Telemeter

Box: Restored

Diameter: 37.7 mm with crown / 37 mm without crown

Base: Stainless steel (Fond Acier Inoxydable)

Bracelet: Brown leather

Condition: Fully restored (interior and exterior)