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Interesting GP chronograph

 
 By: nilomis : December 15th, 2014-05:50
Team, Here is a GP that I saw yesterday. No idea about the model, but it seems to be powered by a Valjoux 72 variant. I took only one picture because I was focused on a non-GP one. Sorry. Anybody knows this model? Thanks, Nilo...  

Not sure...

 
 By: SuitbertW : December 15th, 2014-23:49
Hi, if I would have to guess - looking at the proportions, I'd not be surprised to see a Excelsior Park caliber inside. If Valjoux, it would be some VX 23 - but it's a bit unusual with 45 (although existing, of course). The subdials distance would make me... 

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 By: blomman Mr Blue : December 15th, 2014-23:25
Did you notich any refernece between the lugs? Will try to find mote info. Best Blomman

After a little bit of homework ...

 
 By: nilomis : December 16th, 2014-01:40
Team, I believe that I found it! Seems to be a Valjoux 23. See here, at the old Purist site: +ON+VINTAGE+GP Here is the movement of the watch that I posted: The reference, written on the case back (If I remember) is 4210. A nice "rusty" from the 70's. Che...  

In fact GP Cal 240 shown in your photo have the ....

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : December 16th, 2014-12:40
Valjoux 236 as base caliber according to my records. Best Blomman