Lemania MK I Monopusher Chronograph Reference 6B/551 Lemania equipped a myriad of military forces around the globe thanks to the reputation of its very solidly constructed movements, making them a good fit for a rugged life on the battlefield. Endowed with a standout dial and a waterproof case design, this single-button chronograph rules out the possibility of error, by dispensing with the need for an additional zero button. Whether it had lived a life in the service or not, this Lemania is a sturdy timepiece of high quality that demonstrates the purest encapsulation of a tool watch intended for maximum utility. Please read the condition report carefully and refer to the high-resolution pictures to help you assess the overall condition of the watch.
MODEL / REFERENCE: Lemania first series monopusher chronograph reference 6B/551. Its production date is likely from the early 1950s. Despite being identical to its Air Ministry brethren, the present timepiece lacks the military-issue numbers on the back, which leads us to think that it’s likely a pre-order sample.
DIAL+HANDS: The white dial is highly legible and exudes the gracious charm of its uniform, ivory tone. The contrasting black print is all crisp from the text, the broad arrow, to the outer minute divisions. It follows a bicompax layout, as there is an elapsed minute counter at 3 o’clock, which allows for timing intervals up to 30 minutes. The 12 and 6 o’clock Arabic numerals are luminous as well as the hour marker dots. The mostly intact lume has aged to a dark grey hue. The luminous syringe hands are correct and are in lovely vintage condition with minor decay to their Radium inlays, matching the hour markers’ color.
CRYSTAL: Plexiglass crystal in outstanding condition, with very faint scratches only seen at an angle.
CASE: The stainless steel case simply has a great presence with 38.5mm in diameter and 46mm lug to lug. The spring bars are welded to the case for added security. Overall, it is in very good original condition, showing scattered scratches throughout, to be expected from such tool-watch.
CASEBACK: The screw-down case back has six notches and displays a concentric finish that’s topped with a very deep and legible reference number engraving, along with various prominent scratches throughout. The inner side is clean, decorated and bears the Huguenin Frères signature.
MOVEMENT: Signed, manually wound Lemania caliber 2220. This extremely reliable, column wheel chronograph has been inspected, thus all its functions run correctly and its time keeping performance is of the highest order.
CROWN+PUSHER: The winding crown appears to be correct despite being unsigned. It is in lovely condition and operates flawlessly, from winding to time setting. The pump chronograph pusher at 2 o’clock operates crisply, starting, stopping and resetting the chronograph module.
BRACELET: 20mm, light brown NATO strap with a generic stainless steel pin buckle.
ACCESSORIES: Saffiano Leather watch roll.
WARRANTY: We guarantee the authenticity of the watch. We also provide 12 months guarantee for the correct function of this timepiece. All guarantees are subject to the General Terms and conditions. Please feel free to ask questions, we will be glad to answer. Personal or virtual viewing is available by appointment.
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In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund
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We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund *
We provide safe transaction and shipping limited to the amount paid by the buyer.
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
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Due to the nature of vintage timepieces, all watches are sold as is. We will accurately describe the current condition and working order of all watches we sell to the best of our ability. Given that vintage watches are antique collector items, we do not provide any guarantee on movement accuracy, water-proofing or any other mechanical guarantee unless it is mentioned in the product description.
We check all watches when listing the watch for sales, and again before shipping. In rare cases, shipping can cause the movement problems. Therfore, please check all functions of the watch upon receipt. Should you find any issues, please notifiy us by email without dealy.
In the unlikely case you should not be satisfied with the watch you receive, contact us and we will work towards finding a solution.
We always looking for interesting vintage and contemporary watches and offer fair values. Please send us some pictures & a discription of what you have, and we will be glad to come back to you with an offer.
If you buy a watch from us, we can also offer a trade-in option.
Swiss Vintage Chronographs, for example Omega, Longines, Breitling, Heuer, Leonidas, Angelus, Excelsior Park, Zenith, Wakmann, Wittnauer but also other lesser known Swiss brands.
Swiss Vintage Watches: for example dives watches of various brands, but also dress watches in steel or gold
Contemporary Swiss Watches such as Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Zenith etc.
Quartz watches only from Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piquet, IWC Vacheron Constatin and other High-End Swiss brands
Digital watches, only from Omega, Girard Perregaux and a few other High-End Swiss Brands
Ladies watches
Pocket watches
Japanese watches (not that they are not good, but i dont have much knowledge there)
Quartz & watches
We need pictures and a brief description of the watches that you intend to sell
Your price expectation, if you already have any
Send us your information by email to sourcing_chronoscope@gmail.com
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
We provide safe transaction and shipping.
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