A beautiful, very rare Gallet vintage chronograph with patina Switzerland, 1940s Story of this watch # Gallet # Original and triple signed on dial, movement and cover # Three registers in exceptionally original condition and tachymeter and telemeter # Classic rectangular pushers and new vintage leather strap # Silver-white dial in matt silver with blue and black graphics with beautiful patina and blued hands # Multichron 12 # 805776 # Valjoux 71 caliber # 38mm (36mm without crown) # Beautifully aged hands # Manual winding # 1940s # Switzerland # Acquired from an English collector Technically, the Gallet works perfectly, including the chronograph function, and has been freshly revised: (278°; +12s/d). The watch shows hardly any signs of wear. There are no deep scratches, dents or similar, the glass is scratch-free. story of the brand Gallet Geneve is the oldest Swiss watch company, founded in 1466 by Humbertus Gallet. In 2016, the company celebrated its 550th anniversary in Geneva The brand known today was registered in 1826 under the name Gallet & Cie. The Gallet watch brand has a fascinating company history and some remarkable features: #1 Pioneer of chronographs Gallet is considered one of the pioneers of chronographs and has a long history in the development and manufacture of these timekeeping instruments. The company began producing chronographs as early as the 19th century and later became renowned for its precision and reliability. #2 Timepiece for adventurers Gallet watches were often worn by adventurers, explorers and professional athletes. They were used on numerous expeditions, polar journeys and sporting competitions. The brand developed its watches specifically for use in extreme conditions and was a popular choice among explorers and discoverers. #3 Military watches Gallet was a major supplier of watches to various armies and military units worldwide. The brand produced watches for the armed forces during the First and Second World Wars and in later conflicts. These military watches were characterized by their robustness, functionality and legibility. #4 Chronograph for everyday life In addition to their special areas of application, Gallet also offered chronographs for everyday use. These watches were characterized by their elegant design, reliability and high-quality workmanship. #5 Innovative design and technology Over the years, Gallet has integrated innovative designs and technological advances into its watches. These include, for example, the use of waterproof cases and the introduction of new chronograph functions. #6 Vintage and collector's value Gallet watches from past decades are highly sought after by collectors. The brand has a rich history and its vintage models have a high collector's value. The early chronograph models, which were often associated with special features and limited editions, are particularly sought after. Gallet's company history is characterized by its role as a pioneer of chronographs, its connection to adventurism and its many years of experience in the manufacture of military watches. Today, the brand has a loyal following of collectors and watch enthusiasts who appreciate the historical value and quality of Gallet watches.