AB Kronometer - Rattrapante Valjoux 24 - 1950-1959

Rare mechanical rattrapante stopwatch from ABK (AB Kronometer Stockholm), equipped with the high-quality Valjoux 24 split-second movement. Produced in the 1950s/1960s primarily for military timekeeping. Notably, the permanent motion function of the lower totalizer, which continues running even after stop and reset. Comes with the original box, also in good condition.

The large steel case with both pushers closes tightly, two central chronograph hands (rattrapante) and a clear scale make this a serious precision timer and a beautiful collectible. Thanks to the quality movement Valjoux 24 caliber the stopwatch runs well. The permanent motion function increases the precision of the stopwatch.

Features

Brand: ABK (AB Kronometer) Stockholm
Type: rattrapante (split-second) stopwatch and permanent motion
Movement: Valjoux 24, hand-wound, mechanical
Functions: two central chronograph hands (split), start/stop, reset, 30-minute totalizer
Case: steel stopwatch case with pushers, normal signs of use appropriate to the age
Origin: Sweden / Switzerland
Dating: approx. 1950–1965
Weight: 90 grams; diameter: 48 mm

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