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JLC MASTER QUARTZ REFERENCE 23302 FULL SET

Launched in the 1970s, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Quartz represented a groundbreaking achievement in luxury quartz watches. Powered by the JLC caliber 352, this timepiece emerged during the burgeoning quartz revolution, marking a key milestone in Swiss watchmaking history. With its minimalist, sleek design, the Master Quartz features a brushed dial and the iconic “Master Quartz” inscription, emphasizing its precision. One of the earliest luxury quartz watches, it combined exceptional accuracy with the high standards of Swiss craftsmanship, solidifying its place as a pivotal model in the evolution of modern timekeeping.

This Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Quartz is an outstanding example of this rare timepiece produced by JLC during the quartz revolution. The idea of JLC creating a quartz watch was remarkable at the time, as quartz technology was at the forefront of innovation, and Swiss brands had to adapt to this new era. The watch remains in exceptional original condition. While the case shows some wear, it has never been polished, preserving its authenticity. The dial shows no signs of aging, and the bracelet has no stretch. The JLC caliber 352 is running smoothly with new batteries installed. What’s truly remarkable about this piece is that it comes complete with its original box, papers, guarantee booklets, and instructions—something we have never seen before in a Master Quartz, especially in such pristine, original condition.

Year 1980’s, Diameter 38mm.

ALAIN SILBERSTEIN CHRONO BAHAUS 2 L.E. FULL SET

Alain Silberstein is a French watchmaker and designer known for his distinctive and playful approach to watch design. He gained recognition for creating watches that feature bold colors, geometric shapes, and whimsical elements. Silberstein’s designs often incorporate primary colors, simple shapes, and unique complications, setting his timepieces apart from more traditional watch designs. Silberstein’s watches have become collectors’ items, appreciated for their artistic and unconventional aesthetics. He founded his eponymous brand, Alain Silberstein, in the late 1980s, and his designs have garnered a following among those who appreciate avant-garde and unconventional watchmaking.

The present Alain Silberstein is a Krono Bauhaus 2, a limited edition of 999 pieces, that fully showcases Silberstein’s creativity. Set in a 40mm titanium case with lacquered chronograph pushers, it features a white dial with luminous indexes, unique hand set, moonphase, smiley/happy face aperture, pointer date, day/night, and sub-seconds dial. The watch is powered by the Swiss Valjoux 7751. The overall condition is very good, the case shows signs of wear but it has most likely never been polished. Dial and movement are flawless. Silberstein’s innovative designs make each piece a statement reflecting the brand’s commitment to pushing boundaries in haute horlogerie.

Comes with original box and not dated papers.

Number 02X of 999 pieces.

PATEK PHILIPPE OVERSIZE VINTAGE GONDOLO 1920’S

The Patek Philippe Gondolo collection was named after the Brazilian retailer Gondolo & Labouriau, with whom the brand had a successful partnership from 1872 to 1927. Initially producing exclusive pocket watches, the collection expanded to wristwatches in the 1920s. During a challenging period in Europe, Gondolo & Labouriau sold nearly a third of Patek Philippe’s production. These watches quickly became synonymous with elegance and sophistication, showcasing Patek Philippe’s mastery in both craftsmanship and design. Over the years, the Gondolo series has evolved, blending classic elements with modern touches, but always maintaining its distinctive, timeless style. Today, the Gondolo remains a symbol of luxury, celebrated for its refined design and technical excellence.

The present Patek Philippe Gondolo wristwatch is an outstanding example belonging to this iconic collection, which has been in production since the late 19th century as a collaboration between the Brazilian retailer and Patek Philippe. This Gondolo features the signature square case and shape that became synonymous with the collection. Remarkably large for its time, the case measures an impressive 36x25mm, a truly extraordinary size for the period. According to the Patek Philippe extract, the watch was sold in 1922, making it a forward-thinking piece both for Patek Philippe and the Gondolo retailer. The dial is also exceptional, featuring large, exploded Arabic numerals, which was quite rare for the era. The watch is fully correct for its year of manufacture and confirmed by the extract, which notes the gilded dial, the 10-line Patek Philippe signed movement and the type of handset.. Considering its age, the overall condition is remarkable. The dial is well-preserved with signs of aging, likely unrestored, while the case retains its original shape with a beautiful oxidation patina. The movement functions flawlessly.

ROLEX VICTORY WW2

The Rolex Victory is a rare watch made by Rolex for the Canadian market during World War II. These watches were sold in military stores and privately purchased by servicemen, often worn during their deployment in Europe. The Victory came in cases made from steel, silver, or gold-plated materials, with some produced locally by Pioneer or ID. It featured a compact 28.5–30 mm water-resistant case and a modified FHF caliber 30 movement, renamed the Rolex caliber 59. The dials often had 24-hour markings, Arabic numerals, and luminous hands, designed for easy legibility. Models were available with either subsidiary seconds or central seconds. This watch shares its history with the Rolex Skyrocket and Canadian Oyster models, representing an early chapter of Rolex’s wartime production. Today, it stands as a rare collectible and a piece of wearable history.

The present watch is a rare Rolex Victory in remarkably good overall condition. This is noteworthy because many Rolex Victory watches were heavily worn during World War II, often in demanding military environments. Finding one in such preserved condition, even with signs of wear and light aging on the dial, is truly exceptional. The watch is all original and matching. The dial, featuring red 24-hour markings, is untouched and not reprinted. The case is unsigned, as expected for Rolex Victory models, but the numbers and the “Made in USA” ID factory mark are correctly engraved inside the caseback. This aligns with the history of these watches, which had American-made cases paired with Swiss dials and movements.While the watch shows natural aging, this is entirely normal for a piece of this era. Notably, the original radium on the hands and markers is still intact, adding to its authenticity and historical value

ROLEX DAYDATE REF. 1803 CLAW INDEX RIVETTI BRACELET

In 1956, Rolex introduced one of its most iconic and cherished creations: the Day-Date, the first automatic, waterproof wristwatch to display both the date and the day of the week. A groundbreaking innovation, it was the first watch to feature the date at three o’clock and the day of the week at 12 o’clock. Over the years, Rolex offered numerous aesthetic variations of the Day-Date, each distinguished by its reference number and the bezel finish. Among these, the reference 1803 stands out as the most iconic. It debuted in 1959 with the original fluted bezel design, which quickly became synonymous with the Day-Date and remains its most recognizable and celebrated feature.

This Rolex Day-Date reference 1803 is an early example manufactured in 1962, just a few years after the reference debuted in 1959. As one of the earliest 1803 models, it boasts several rare and desirable features unique to this period. The dial is marked “Swiss,” indicating the use of radium rather than tritium, a detail found only in the earliest examples. It also features rare claw-shaped indexes and sword-shaped hands, both of which are highly uncommon. The movement is powered by the caliber 1555, consistent with the first series of 1803 watches. Additionally, the original riveted bracelet, dated 1962 with correct 76 endlinks, enhances the watch’s desirability. The watch is in excellent condition for its age. The dial shows only some light signs of aging, with an attractive brown patina that has developed over the years, lume on hands and dial correctly reacts to UV light, bezel and movement are well preserved. The bracelet, though partially repaired in the final links, remains a fitting complement to this historically significant timepiece.