Vintage Freeson Black Dial Chronograph Watch - Landeron 48 - c.1960s

Description:
A classic vintage Freeson chronograph wristwatch, powered by the well-regarded Landeron 48 manual wind movement. Featuring a black dial with twin sub-dials, tachymeter scale, and silver-tone hands, this is a strong example of a mid-century mechanical chronograph.

The watch is marked “Freeson 17 Jewels” with “Antimagnetic Incabloc” and “Swiss Made” to the dial. The Landeron 48 movement is a reliable and widely used Swiss chronograph calibre.

All chronograph functions are working correctly, with the watch keeping good time. Fitted with a black leather strap and supplied in a Bowles Ltd. gift box.

Key Details:

• Brand: Freeson
• Movement: Landeron 48 (manual wind chronograph)
• Jewels: 17
• Case size: 37.1mm (excluding crown)
• Lug to lug: 43mm
• Lug width: 18.5mm
• Thickness: approx. 13.5mm
• Dial: Black with tachymeter scale
• Features: Chronograph, Incabloc shock protection, antimagnetic
• Strap: Black leather (recently fitted)
• Swiss made

Condition:

• Excellent vintage condition
• Light surface wear to case and crystal
• Some ageing to lume on hands and markers
• Dial remains clean and attractive
• Movement clean and in good working order
• Chronograph functions operating correctly and resets as expected

Summary:
A highly wearable and increasingly collectible vintage Swiss chronograph, powered by the respected Landeron 48 movement. With its classic proportions, clean dial, and working chronograph, this is an excellent vintage chronograph and would make a great addition to a collection.

As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.

Important notes about vintage watches

This is a vintage mechanical watch. While it is currently running and the chronograph functions correctly, accuracy and long-term reliability cannot be guaranteed. Service history is unknown, and a service is recommended for regular use. The watch is sold as a vintage collectible rather than a modern timepiece.