Vintage Nimer Chronograph 2705 Valjoux 71 Spillman Case 38mm for sale

Description ▲

This rare Nimer chronograph from the 1950s features a fascinating multicolored dial in a distinctive Spillman case with inverted pushers.

Nimer was a subsidiary of the renowned Mulco Watches SA, founded in 1936 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, which produced high-quality watches until the 1970s. Like many other Swiss watch brands, Mulco - and with it Nimer - fell victim to the quartz crisis of the 1980s.

This exceptional model from the 1950s is a rare find, especially because of its striking three-register dial. The so-called multicolor dial features a red telemeter scale and a blue tachymeter scale, while its natural patina beautifully reflects the age and character of this chronograph.

The generously sized 38mm case is one of the famous Spillman cases, recognizable by its distinctive beveled lugs. Founded in 1861 in Zurich, Switzerland, Spillmann specialized in the production of high-quality watch cases that were used by many prestigious watchmakers.

Another outstanding feature of this chronograph is its extremely rare inverted pushers, which add a touch of technical refinement. Inside, the watch is powered by the reliable hand-wound Valjoux 71 caliber, renowned for its precision and reliability.

This Nimer chronograph is also featured in the renowned book "FERO - 150 Steel Chronographs", further highlighting its significant collector's value and historical importance (see images).

Condition report.
Dial: excellent condition - natural even patina - fully intact tachymeter and telemeter scales - signed "SWISS MADE".

Case: great condition - intact lugs - natural signs of wear - sharp engraving on caseback.

Movement: manual winding caliber Valjoux 71 - timegrapher: rate: -8s/day, amplitude: 331, beat error: 0.3. Chronograph starts, stops and resets perfectly.

Int.Exe.: 75920

Features ▲

Manufacturer: Nimer

Model: Chronograph

Reference: 2705

Functions: small running second - hour and minute - tachymeter - 12 hour totalizer - telemeter scale - 30 minutes counter - screwed-on caseback - inverted pushers

Material: Stainless steel

Dial: Multicolor

Watch glass: acrylic crystal

Bracelet: leather

Type of clasp: pin buckle

Diameter: 38mm

Caliber name: Valjoux 71

Movement type: manual wound

Year of Manufacture: 1952

Overall condition: 9 - has rarely been worn - top condition

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