Bulova Chronographe – Valjoux 92 – Vintage Swiss Chronograph – Gold Plated – 34 mm A Beautifully Preserved Vintage Bulova Chronograph Powered by the Legendary Valjoux 92 Offered for auction is an elegant and highly collectible Bulova Chronographe, a refined Swiss vintage chronograph distinguished by its timeless proportions, classical dial layout, and prestigious Valjoux 92 mechanical movement. This watch perfectly reflects the golden era of mid-century Swiss chronograph production, when elegance, precision, and mechanical craftsmanship were combined into sophisticated wrist instruments designed for both everyday use and sporting applications. Its warm gold-plated case, silver dial, and beautifully balanced bicompax chronograph configuration create a highly attractive vintage aesthetic with strong collector appeal. Technical Details Brand: Bulova Model: Chronographe Movement: Swiss mechanical manual-winding movement Caliber: Valjoux 92 Functions: Hours Minutes Small seconds Chronograph Case Material: Gold-plated case with stainless steel back Case Diameter: 34 mm Crystal: Acrylic crystal Dial: Silver dial with tachymeter scale and dual chronograph registers Water Resistance: Untested for water resistance Strap: Generic brown leather strap Fits wrist up to approx. 20 cm Condition: Grade B – signs of wear and aging consistent with age and careful vintage use Accessories: Generic box No papers The dial design is particularly elegant, featuring a refined silver tone with contrasting chronograph subdials and a red tachymeter scale around the outer track, giving the watch a strong vintage motorsport personality. The blued central chronograph hand adds a beautiful visual detail and further enhances the classical Swiss chronograph appearance. Inside beats the highly respected Valjoux 92 caliber, one of the most appreciated hand-wound chronograph movements of its era, renowned for its reliability, smooth operation, and historical importance in vintage Swiss watchmaking. Story & Heritage Bulova has long been associated with precision, innovation, and elegant watch design. During the mid-20th century, the brand produced a series of sophisticated Swiss chronographs that today are increasingly sought after by collectors worldwide. The use of the legendary Valjoux 92 movement places this watch in a very special category of vintage chronographs. Introduced during the golden age of Swiss mechanical chronographs, the Valjoux 92 became admired for its durability, compact architecture, and smooth chronograph operation. Many respected Swiss brands relied on Valjoux chronograph calibers during this period, making watches equipped with these movements highly desirable among enthusiasts and collectors today. This Bulova Chronographe beautifully captures the spirit of that era — elegant proportions, functional design, and true mechanical craftsmanship combined into a timeless vintage chronograph. Today, vintage Valjoux-powered chronographs continue to gain recognition for both their historical significance and growing collector value. A charming and increasingly collectible Swiss vintage chronograph featuring the iconic Valjoux 92 movement and timeless mid-century design. The watch will be carefully packaged and shipped insured. Express Delivery Via UPS Express Internal Reference Number - ITA 66