Today's offering showcases this classic and original Wakmann "Long Playing" chronograph with a contrasting dial. The retro markers give the unusual and 100% original face a very distinctive look.
This watch is in essence a so-called "poor mans" Breitling ref. 9122, as our comparative photos show. The dial, case, and movement of both are the same.
Here is a little more about it:
* Screw back water-resistant style case
* Valjoux 7733 movement
* Striking original dial with contrasting easy to read dark subdials
* Two subdials for recording of events up to 45 minutes. The subdials have a balanced feel on the dial.
* Sleek and professional style. At 37mm, the large case fits in well with the oversized look of many of today's watches.
Much ink has been spilled about the Wakmann/Charles Gigandet/Breitling connection so we won't go into detail here. The Wakmann Watch Co. was an importer of high quality brands for the the U.S. market, most notably Breitling. Certain Breitling watches were even co-branded as Wakmann-Breitling watches.
It is in fully original condition down to the dial, all hands, pushers and correctly unsigned original crown. The watch has been recently overhauled and resets crisply.
Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
