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ARSA Vintage Chronograph Wristwatch

Partially verified

This vintage ARSA chronograph wristwatch dates to circa 1940 according to the listing and features a manual-wind movement, attributed by the seller to a Valjoux 22 caliber. The listing records a case diameter of 35 mm. Visible features include a gold-toned case with rectangular pushers, a fluted winding crown, and a two-register dial. The dial displays Arabic numerals, an outer tachymeter scale, a running seconds register at 9 o'clock, and a 45-minute register at 3 o'clock. The seller notes that a new replacement strap has been fitted.

Front view of the ARSA chronograph wristwatch showing dial, pushers, and case
Front view of the ARSA chronograph wristwatch showing dial, pushers, and case — Ricardo. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.ricardo.ch
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph
Maker / attribution
ARSA
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
1289356126
Source-reported date
ca. 1940
Country
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Dial and External Features

The timepiece exhibits a two-register chronograph dial configuration with continuous small seconds at 9 o'clock and a 45-minute counter at 3 o'clock. The dial layout includes printed Arabic numerals, an inner minute track, and an outer tachymeter scale.

A gold-toned case houses the dial and is fitted with rectangular chronograph pushers alongside a fluted winding crown showing visible green oxidation. The watch is presented on an attached black textured strap.

Evidence for this section
  • “Two-register dial layout with continuous small seconds at 9 o'clock and a 45-minute counter at 3 o'clock”
  • “Dial features outer tachymeter and minute track scales with printed Arabic numerals”
  • “Gold-toned case with rectangular chronograph pushers and green oxidation visible on the fluted crown”
  • “Black textured strap attached to the lugs”

Reported Specifications and Movement Attribution

The seller titles the listing 'Vintage chrono ARSA WATCH Handaufzug VALJOUX 22' and records a stated production date of 'Année 1940'. The movement type is listed as mechanical manual-wind ('Mécanique' / 'Handaufzug'), and the seller reports that it runs ('La montre fonctionne').

The listing specifies a case diameter of 35 mm ('Diamètre : 35mm'). Additionally, the seller notes a new band ('Bracelet neuf') and indicates that the piece is offered without box or papers ('Sans écrin et sans documents').

Evidence for this section
  • “Vintage chrono ARSA WATCH Handaufzug VALJOUX 22”
  • “Année 1940”
  • “Mécanique”
  • “La montre fonctionne”
  • “Diamètre : 35mm”
  • “Bracelet neuf”
  • “Sans écrin et sans documents”

Documentation and Verification Limits

Internal components are not shown in the single listing photograph, leaving the reported Valjoux 22 caliber unverified by direct internal visual inspection. The case metal alloy or plating specification is likewise not documented in the listing text.

The circa 1940 attribution is based solely on the listing description ('Année 1940') and is not corroborated by case or movement serial numbers in the source text. The listing explicitly notes the absence of original presentation box or documentation ('Sans écrin et sans documents').

Evidence for this section
  • “Année 1940”
  • “Sans écrin et sans documents”
  • “Vintage chrono ARSA WATCH Handaufzug VALJOUX 22”

Open research questions

  • What specific base metal and plating composition or solid alloy was used for the 35 mm case?
  • Can physical inspection of the internal movement confirm whether it is an authentic Valjoux 22 caliber signed by ARSA?
  • Does the case back contain serial or reference markings that corroborate the reported 1940 production date?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for ARSA Vintage Chronograph Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerARSA“ARSA WATCH”
Stated movement caliberValjoux 22“VALJOUX 22”
Movement typeManual wind“Mécanique”
Case diameter35 mm“Diamètre : 35mm”
Stated production period1940“Année 1940”
Strap conditionNew (seller-reported)“Bracelet neuf”
Functional statusRunning (seller-reported)“La montre fonctionne”
Packaging and documentationWithout box or papers“Sans écrin et sans documents”

Visible details

  • Two-register dial layout with continuous small seconds at 9 o'clock and a 45-minute counter at 3 o'clock
  • Dial features outer tachymeter and minute track scales with printed Arabic numerals
  • Gold-toned case with rectangular chronograph pushers and green oxidation visible on the fluted crown
  • Black textured strap attached to the lugs

Research qualifications

  • Movement is not visible in the photo; the stated Valjoux 22 caliber is unverified from direct internal inspection
  • Case metal composition is not specified by the seller

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Vintage chrono ARSA WATCH Handaufzug VALJOUX 22 (D'occasion) à Biel/Bienne pour CHF 356 – avec livraison | Acheter sur Ricardo

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 6e17c59b9d

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