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Gallet FLIGHT OFFICER - 1940'S - Multiple Time Zone Military Pilot's Chronograph
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Description Condition: Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Gallet Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Gender: Men's Watch Shape: Round Style: Pilot/Aviator Case Material: Stainless Steel Features: Easy To Read, Multiple Time Zone, Water Resistant, 12-Hour Dial, Acrylic Crystal, Arabic Numerals, Chronograph, Luminous Dial, Luminous Hands, Rotating Bezel, Swiss Made, Tachymeter Lug Width: 18mm Band Material: Genuine Leather Number of Jewels: 17 Jewels Age: Vintage (1940-1945) Age Group: Adult Movement: Mechanical: Hand-winding Year of Manufacture: 1940-1949 Display: Analog Water Resistance Rating: 30 m (3 ATM) Model: Gallet Flight Officer
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Gallet FLIGHT OFFICER - 1940'S - Multiple Time Zone Military Pilot's Chronograph RARE & IMPORTANT - AMAZING CONDITION - FULLY SERVICED
Very Special Item From My Personal Collection ~ One of the Most Rare and Desirable of All Gallet Vintage Pilot's Watches ~ The World's First Wrist Chronograph w/ Rotating bezel, Multiple Time Zone Calculator, and Water Resistant Case ~ Excellent Vintage Condition - Unused for over 60 Years ~ Expertly Serviced by the Gallet Company a Few Years Ago. ~ Keeping Amazing Accuracy - All Chronograph Features Function Perfectly ~ When it comes to serious collectors, the Gallet MultiChron Flight Officer is on that most coveted list. While other prestigious brands including Patek Philippe, Jaeger LeCoultre, Vacheron & Constantin, and others later released watches with multiple time zone capabilities, the Gallet Flight Officer was the first. The Flight Officer (a.k.a. Flying Officer) was also the world's first wristwatch with a rotating 12 hour bezel and one of the first wrist chronographs with a water resistant case. Due to the watch's rarity, as only small numbers were originally sold due to the high selling price, the Gallet Flight Officer today achieves extraordinary results at auction and remains as one of the most coveted timepieces with advanced chronograph collectors. While working for Gallet, I was very fortunate to acquire this important chronograph in such amazing condition. Apparently stored away and handled with care for most of its 60 plus years, the case shows only minor signs of use. The dial (face) is in extraordinary 100% original condition with a slight natural patina to the luminous numbers. Receiving an expensive "Museum Style" restoration a few years back, which involved cleaning, lubrication, and calibration of the mechanics while not polishing away the watch's precious history, all time keeping and time recording features function perfectly and accurately. This is a rare opportunity to own a wristwatch sought after by serious collectors and anyone desiring to wear a true historic timepiece. Accompanied by a high-quality, NATO military style black nylon strap, this amazing timepiece is ready for decades more use and enjoyment as its value as an important collectible continues to appreciate. For more information about the this extraordinary timepiece and its history, visit its official Gallet World page by or visiting: http://www.galletworld.com/gallet_chronograph_watch_flight_officer.html Pre-Auction Estimate: $7,000.00 to $8,000.00 USD or more... This important wristwatch is being listed with a low opening price and no reserve. Please read our ITEM DETAILS chart (below) for more information about this fine timepiece. Bid With Confidence... Our Excellent Feedback Speaks for Itself
Item Details Manufacturer: Gallet Country of Manufacture: Swiss Year of Manufacturer: WWII, mid1940's Width (not including crown): 34.5mm Length (lug to lug): 42.2mm Case Shape: round Case Type:4 screw "Clamshell" case with rotating 12 hour timezone bezel Case Material (top): stainless steel Case Material (back): stainless steel Case Condition: excellent finish, crisp sharp edges Crown Type: o-ring sealed stainless steel Crown Condition: excellent Dial (Face) Type: white with luminous numbers and hands, 23 cities (time zones), signed by Gallet, marked SWISS at bottom Dial Condition: 100% original, near mint, original naturally aged luminous Case Markings (inner): Gallet & Co., SWISS, STAINLESS STEEL Case Markings (outer): none Case Inscribed/Personalized: NO Movement Type: super high quality chronograph, 30 minute recording, column wheel and carrying arm, manual wind, full ruby jeweling, straight-line lever escapement, mono-metallic balance, index regulator, signed by Gallet and Co. Movement Finish: silvered with balance and critical wheels finished in gold to resist rust and oxidation for 100 years Movement Balance Speed: 18,000 BPH Number of Ruby Jewels: 17 Movement Calibre: Venus 150 (specially adjusted by Gallet for greater accuracy) Movement Condition: clean and pristine Crystal Type: special flared Clamshell style, unbreakable acrylic Crystal Condition: mint, scratch free Band Type: high quality genuine leather, stainless buckle Band Condition: mint Notes: One of the nicest examples ever. A Holy Grail of vintage Gallet collectables.
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Description
| Condition: | Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Gallet |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | Switzerland | Gender: | Men's |
| Watch Shape: | Round | Style: | Pilot/Aviator |
| Case Material: | Stainless Steel | Features: | Easy To Read, Multiple Time Zone, Water Resistant, 12-Hour Dial, Acrylic Crystal, Arabic Numerals, Chronograph, Luminous Dial, Luminous Hands, Rotating Bezel, Swiss Made, Tachymeter |
| Lug Width: | 18mm | Band Material: | Genuine Leather |
| Number of Jewels: | 17 Jewels | Age: | Vintage (1940-1945) |
| Age Group: | Adult | Movement: | Mechanical: Hand-winding |
| Year of Manufacture: | 1940-1949 | Display: | Analog |
| Water Resistance Rating: | 30 m (3 ATM) | Model: | Gallet Flight Officer |
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Item Details
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Selling PoliciesPlease review the auction and all selling policies thoroughly before placing a bid.
We provide more than enough information with our detailed description and numerous high resolution images for the winning bidder to know exactly what they will receive. Refunds will be granted only in the case of mis-representation. Returned items must be postmarked within seven (7) days after receipt by buyer. No refunds will be granted strictly on the basis of Buyer's Remorse. Buyer's Remorse is a personal issue. Do not make it everyone else's.
We will not end an auction early or transact business for this item outside of the eBay community.
All items are packed securely for safe arrival.
We reserve the right to cancel any bids received from eBay members with less than 10 feed backs or who have a feedback rating of less than 90% positive. An eBay member who does not fit within our bidding criteria must contact us prior to placing a bid.
Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours to acknowledge that they have received an invoice for this item, and to confirm that the shipping address on file with eBay is correct and up to date.
Payment must be received within three (3) days after close of auction. After 3 days, items that have not been paid for will be re-listed and a non paying bidder report will be filed with eBay.
It is the responsibility of the winning bidder to provide safe and adequate means to receive their item.
Winning bidder is responsible for payment of any and all customs duties on items shipped to destinations outside of the United States and its territories.
Postal insurance for the full selling price of this item is included within the stated shipping costs. This insurance value will appear on the required customs documentation when shipped to an overseas destination. We will not falsify these official documents to reflect a lower value or selling price.
We do not accept bids from or ship items to the following countries: Mexico, Africa, Indonesia.Important Notice
eBay members who do not fit within our bidding criteria of at least 10 feedbacks, or have a feedback rating of less than 90% positive, must contact us before placing a bid..
| Gallet FLIGHT OFFICER - 1940'S - Multiple Time Zone Military Pilot's Chronograph |
| RARE & IMPORTANT - AMAZING CONDITION - FULLY SERVICED |
| Very Special Item From My Personal Collection |
| ~ |
| One of the Most Rare and Desirable of All Gallet Vintage Pilot's Watches |
| ~ |
| The World's First Wrist Chronograph w/ Rotating bezel, Multiple Time Zone Calculator, and Water Resistant Case |
| ~ |
| Excellent Vintage Condition - Unused for over 60 Years |
| ~ |
| Expertly Serviced by the Gallet Company a Few Years Ago. |
| ~ |
| Keeping Amazing Accuracy - All Chronograph Features Function Perfectly |
| ~ |
| When it comes to serious collectors, the Gallet MultiChron Flight Officer is on that most coveted list. While other prestigious brands including Patek Philippe, Jaeger LeCoultre, Vacheron & Constantin, and others later released watches with multiple time zone capabilities, the Gallet Flight Officer was the first. The Flight Officer (a.k.a. Flying Officer) was also the world's first wristwatch with a rotating 12 hour bezel and one of the first wrist chronographs with a water resistant case. Due to the watch's rarity, as only small numbers were originally sold due to the high selling price, the Gallet Flight Officer today achieves extraordinary results at auction and remains as one of the most coveted timepieces with advanced chronograph collectors. |
| While working for Gallet, I was very fortunate to acquire this important chronograph in such amazing condition. Apparently stored away and handled with care for most of its 60 plus years, the case shows only minor signs of use. The dial (face) is in extraordinary 100% original condition with a slight natural patina to the luminous numbers. Receiving an expensive "Museum Style" restoration a few years back, which involved cleaning, lubrication, and calibration of the mechanics while not polishing away the watch's precious history, all time keeping and time recording features function perfectly and accurately. |
| This is a rare opportunity to own a wristwatch sought after by serious collectors and anyone desiring to wear a true historic timepiece. Accompanied by a high-quality, NATO military style black nylon strap, this amazing timepiece is ready for decades more use and enjoyment as its value as an important collectible continues to appreciate. |
| For more information about the this extraordinary timepiece and its history, visit its official Gallet World page by or visiting: http://www.galletworld.com/gallet_chronograph_watch_flight_officer.html |
| Pre-Auction Estimate: $7,000.00 to $8,000.00 USD or more... |
| This important wristwatch is being listed with a low opening price and no reserve. |
| Please read our ITEM DETAILS chart (below) for more information about this fine timepiece. |
| Bid With Confidence... |
| Our Excellent Feedback Speaks for Itself |
Item Details
| Manufacturer: Gallet |
| Country of Manufacture: Swiss |
| Year of Manufacturer: WWII, mid1940's |
| Width (not including crown): 34.5mm |
| Length (lug to lug): 42.2mm |
| Case Shape: round |
| Case Type:4 screw "Clamshell" case with rotating 12 hour timezone bezel |
| Case Material (top): stainless steel |
| Case Material (back): stainless steel |
| Case Condition: excellent finish, crisp sharp edges |
| Crown Type: o-ring sealed stainless steel |
| Crown Condition: excellent |
| Dial (Face) Type: white with luminous numbers and hands, 23 cities (time zones), signed by Gallet, marked SWISS at bottom |
| Dial Condition: 100% original, near mint, original naturally aged luminous |
| Case Markings (inner): Gallet & Co., SWISS, STAINLESS STEEL |
| Case Markings (outer): none |
| Case Inscribed/Personalized: NO |
| Movement Type: super high quality chronograph, 30 minute recording, column wheel and carrying arm, manual wind, full ruby jeweling, straight-line lever escapement, mono-metallic balance, index regulator, signed by Gallet and Co. |
| Movement Finish: silvered with balance and critical wheels finished in gold to resist rust and oxidation for 100 years |
| Movement Balance Speed: 18,000 BPH |
| Number of Ruby Jewels: 17 |
| Movement Calibre: Venus 150 (specially adjusted by Gallet for greater accuracy) |
| Movement Condition: clean and pristine |
| Crystal Type: special flared Clamshell style, unbreakable acrylic |
| Crystal Condition: mint, scratch free |
| Band Type: high quality genuine leather, stainless buckle |
| Band Condition: mint |
| Notes: One of the nicest examples ever. A Holy Grail of vintage Gallet collectables. |
Payment OptionsPayPal
For alternative payment methods, contact us.Shipping & Handling Information U.S.A. - Use the shipping calculator (below)
All Other Countries - Use the shipping calculator (below)
Important Note - If the shipping calculator fails to provide a cost to a selected country, please contact us for rates and availability.
Selling PoliciesPlease review the auction and all selling policies thoroughly before placing a bid.
We provide more than enough information with our detailed description and numerous high resolution images for the winning bidder to know exactly what they will receive. Refunds will be granted only in the case of mis-representation. Returned items must be postmarked within seven (7) days after receipt by buyer. No refunds will be granted strictly on the basis of Buyer's Remorse. Buyer's Remorse is a personal issue. Do not make it everyone else's.
We will not end an auction early or transact business for this item outside of the eBay community.
All items are packed securely for safe arrival.
We reserve the right to cancel any bids received from eBay members with less than 10 feed backs or who have a feedback rating of less than 90% positive. An eBay member who does not fit within our bidding criteria must contact us prior to placing a bid.
Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours to acknowledge that they have received an invoice for this item, and to confirm that the shipping address on file with eBay is correct and up to date.
Payment must be received within three (3) days after close of auction. After 3 days, items that have not been paid for will be re-listed and a non paying bidder report will be filed with eBay.
It is the responsibility of the winning bidder to provide safe and adequate means to receive their item.
Winning bidder is responsible for payment of any and all customs duties on items shipped to destinations outside of the United States and its territories.
Postal insurance for the full selling price of this item is included within the stated shipping costs. This insurance value will appear on the required customs documentation when shipped to an overseas destination. We will not falsify these official documents to reflect a lower value or selling price.
We do not accept bids from or ship items to the following countries: Mexico, Africa, Indonesia.Important Notice
eBay members who do not fit within our bidding criteria of at least 10 feedbacks, or have a feedback rating of less than 90% positive, must contact us before placing a bid..