Lemania TG 195 Swedish Air Force - Tropical Dial
spectacular tropical dial - ultra-rare military chronograph
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At first glance, the dial captures the eye with a breathtaking tropical patina: originally deep black, it has aged over the decades into a warm espresso hue – evenly faded and full of character and depth.
The 40 mm stainless steel case impresses with its distinctive asymmetrical design: oversized crown, a single rounded pusher at 2 o'clock, and a screwed caseback proudly engraved with the three crowns of the Swedish Air Force.
Technically, this chronograph stands out with its clever complication: when the pusher is pressed, the central seconds hand instantly snaps back to zero, and the crown enters setting mode – a function used by military pilots to synchronize their watches with precision.
The watch is powered by the modified Lemania caliber 2225 – a specialized evolution of the renowned caliber 2220. Adapted for air force use, this version omits the small seconds and minute counter in favor of a continuously running central seconds hand – a rare technical layout that further sets this chronograph apart.
This Lemania is a remarkable fusion of military history and technical ingenuity – and with its unique tropical dial, it is an irreplaceable treasure. More than just a watch, it's a living chapter of the past.
Condition report
Dial: evenly aged brown tropical patina – original luminous material on markers and hands – signed: "Lemania TG 195 Swiss Made".
Case: asymmetrical stainless steel case in great condition – very light signs of wear – screw-down caseback – deep engraving on the back: Three crowns of the Swedish Air Force.
Movement: hand-wound Lemania caliber 2225 – values on the timegrapher: rate: -38s/day, beat error: 1.8 ms, amplitude: 279 degrees.
Movement number: 11111xxx
Int.Exe.: 89201
Manufacturer: Lemania
Model: TG 195
Functions: central second - hacking second - hour and minute - screwed-on caseback - chronograph
Material: Stainless steel
Dial: Tropical
Watch glass: acrylic crystal
Bracelet: leather
Type of clasp: pin buckle
Diameter: 40mm
Height: 14mm
Caliber name: Lemania 2225
Movement type: manual wind
Year of Manufacture: 1957
Overall condition: 9 - has rarely been worn - top condition
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