Brenets Watch, ca. 1940–50. 18k gold

BRENETS WATCH. 18-karat gold chronograph wristwatch. Switzerland, circa 1940–1950.
Circular 18-karat yellow gold case, hallmarked, with stylized lugs. Cream-colored dial with Arabic numerals and painted hour markers, sword-shaped hands, and a central chronograph seconds hand. Bicompax chronograph configuration, with two subsidiary dials located at the 3 and 9 o’clock positions, for recording minutes and the small seconds. Perimeter tachymeter scale. Fluted crown at 3 o’clock, flanked by two rectangular pushers for operating the chronograph. Hand-wound mechanical movement with 17 jewels, as indicated on the dial.
Brown leather strap with a buckle clasp.
It works. Shows signs of use, moisture stains, and oxidation on the dial, as well as wear consistent with its age.
Measurements: 40 x 45 mm.

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