Herald Chronographe, 1940s–1950s. 18k gold

HERALD CHRONOGRAPHE Watch. Chronograph wristwatch, 1940s–1950s.
18-karat yellow gold case, hallmarked. Circular champagne-colored dial with applied Arabic numerals, blade-style hands, and a central chronograph seconds hand. Red tachymeter scale around the perimeter. Bicompax chronograph configuration, with two subsidiary dials located at 3 and 9 o’clock. Fluted crown at 3 o’clock, flanked by two rectangular pushers for operating the chronograph. Hand-wound mechanical movement with 17 jewels.
Non-original leather strap and metal buckle.
Shows signs of wear and a patina consistent with its age, with some damage to the dial. Needs servicing.
Total weight: 49 g.
Measurements: 40 x 45 mm.