Delbana - Chronograph - Jumbo case - 沒有保留價 - 男士 - 1950-1959

Delbana Vintage Chronograph – Venus 175 – Jumbo 37 mm Case

A highly charismatic vintage Delbana chronograph, combining authentic mid-century styling with one of the most respected Swiss hand-wound chronograph movements of its era: the Venus 175.

Its generously proportioned 37 mm gold-plated case was considered exceptionally large for the period and offers an impressive contemporary wrist presence. The naturally aged silver dial features a classical bi-compax configuration, elegant Arabic numerals and multiple timing scales, giving the watch the purposeful appearance of an early professional chronograph.

Technical Details
Brand: Delbana
Model: Vintage Chronograph
Origin: Swiss made
Movement: Swiss mechanical Venus 175, manual winding
Case material: 20-micron gold-plated case
Case diameter: Approximately 37 mm, excluding the crown
Case size: Jumbo dimensions for its period
Crystal: Acrylic glass
Dial: Silver dial with natural vintage patina
Dial configuration: Bi-compax with two subsidiary registers
Functions: Hours, minutes, running seconds and chronograph
Chronograph display: Central chronograph seconds and 30-minute counter
Water resistance: Not tested; no guarantee is provided
Strap: Generic brown leather strap
Wrist size: Fits a wrist of up to approximately 21 cm
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B – signs of use and ageing consistent with its period
Condition Report

The watch is presented in Grade B vintage condition, with visible signs of use and ageing that reflect its considerable history.

The gold-plated case shows scratches, small marks, oxidation and noticeable wear to the plating, particularly around the bezel, lugs, pushers and case edges. These signs are consistent with the age of the watch and contribute to its authentic vintage character.

The silver dial has developed an expressive natural patina, including spotting, discoloration, small marks and ageing across the surface. The Arabic numerals, hands, subsidiary registers and outer timing scales remain attractive and give the watch a strong period appearance.

The acrylic glass presents signs of use and may be polished or replaced by a watchmaker if desired. The watch is fitted with a generic brown leather strap suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 21 cm.

Water resistance has not been tested and cannot be guaranteed. Due to the age of the watch, all contact with water and moisture should be avoided.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and provide the best representation of the watch’s condition.

Story & Heritage

Delbana belongs to the rich tradition of independent Swiss watchmaking, becoming especially appreciated for producing reliable sports watches and chronographs with distinctive designs. During the golden age of mechanical chronographs, watches of this kind were practical measuring instruments used for timing journeys, sporting events and professional activities.

At the heart of this example is the Venus 175, a celebrated hand-wound column-wheel chronograph movement. Known for its traditional construction and elegant engineering, this calibre was used by numerous respected Swiss manufacturers and is now highly appreciated by collectors of vintage chronographs.

The balanced two-register dial follows the classic chronograph architecture of the period: continuous seconds on one side and an elapsed-minute counter on the other, complemented by a central chronograph hand. The detailed outer scales further emphasize its original purpose as a precision timing instrument.

Its approximately 37 mm case is another notable feature. At a time when most wristwatches were significantly smaller, these proportions gave the watch a bold and purposeful character. Today, the same dimensions make it particularly wearable while preserving its unmistakable mid-century identity.

With its honest patina, uncommon jumbo proportions and desirable Venus 175 movement, this Delbana is more than a vintage watch—it is a tangible piece of Swiss chronograph history.

Internal Reference Number - Itm. 916