The most recent addition to the vintage chronograph part of my collection is this Chronographe Suisse that is likely from the 1960s. Chronographe Suisse is like a generic brand for chronograph watches produced in Switzerland by a number of small watchmakers. In this case, the watchmaker is the Buttes Watch Co. or BWC as it appeared in its own watches.
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| The watch features two sub dials. The one on the left is for the second and the hand moves as the watch runs. The other sub dial functions for the chronograph along with the long thin hand at 12 o'clock. |
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| Side view showing the crown and chronograph buttons |
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| The other side view |
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| The watch's back is polished |
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| Close-up of the dial showing the generic brand Chronographe Suisse that is somewhat a common brand for Swiss chronograph watch souvenirs. |
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| The watch is powered by a Landeron movement but I have yet to determine which caliber it actually is. |
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| A close-up shows this to have been made or assembled by the Buttes Watch Co. (BWC). There is also an MOU inscribed on the movement indicating this |
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| Inside the case back cover |
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| Wrist shot showing the blued hands of the watch |
This is also a keeper for now. The watch runs well and keeps time. It also has a nice patina on the dial and hands aged well.
[I unloaded this watch a a few months ago as it was not getting any wrist time. I hope it is being worn more regularly by the new user. 9/26/2023]
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