Paros – Swiss chronograph – Landeron 48 – Bovet Frères case – circa the 1950s A beautiful vintage Swiss chronograph from the 1950s, equipped with the prestigious Landeron 48 manual-winding movement. The case back is engraved with "Bovet Frères & Cie S.A. – Steel Back Swiss," which adds significant value. The dial is original and features a uniform beige patina, with a blue tachymeter scale, gold Arabic numerals, and blued hands. The chronograph functions (start – stop – reset) work correctly. The movement is running and appears very clean for its age. Dimensions – Diameter without crown: approx. 36 mm – Lug-to-lug distance: approx. 43 mm – Strap width: 18 mm – Total length with strap: approx. 23 cmRare Vintage Chronograph from the early 1950s – Landeron 48 Movement – Bovet Frères Case Description: A splendid vintage chronograph dating from the first half of the 1950s (1950–1955), a piece of rare elegance that embodies the finest Swiss watchmaking tradition of the era. Key Features: Brand: Paros, a relatively unknown brand, but one that was equipped with the hand-wound mechanical movement, the iconic and reliable Landeron 48 caliber, the beating heart of chronographs of the era. Case: High-quality steel, with serial number 559919. Collector’s Detail: The case back bears the significant engraving “Bovet Frères & Cie S.A. – Steel Back Swiss.” The Bovet Frères manufactory is historically renowned for supplying cases to the most prestigious brands in Swiss haute horlogerie. Style: Classic and timeless design, perfect for those seeking a timepiece with character and history.