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Wristwatch · Monopusher chronograph

Lemania military issue monopusher chronograph wristwatch, reference 35-64

Partially verified

This military issue monopusher chronograph wristwatch by Lemania, reference 35-64, features a 38mm stainless steel case fitted to an unsigned multi-link stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp. The black dial bears a British Broad Arrow marking, circled 'T' symbol, Arabic numeral hour markers, and two subsidiary registers. According to the source, the timepiece is powered by a signed manual-wind calibre 2220 movement numbered 1574919. The case back is engraved with the British Broad Arrow and military issue numbers 0552/924-3306 80999.

Front view of the Lemania military monopusher chronograph wristwatch on steel bracelet
Front view of the Lemania military monopusher chronograph wristwatch on steel bracelet — Kinghams Auctioneers. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.the-saleroom.com
Category
Wristwatch · Monopusher chronograph
Maker / attribution
Lemania
Reference
35-64
Catalogue / lot identifier
216
Source-reported date
Not established
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
1574919

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

Case and Bracelet Construction

The timepiece is identified as a Lemania reference 35-64, featuring a 38mm stainless steel case. The case is described as asymmetrical and includes integrated crown protection with a single round chronograph pusher at the 2 o'clock position.

The watch is fitted with an unsigned, articulated multi-link stainless steel bracelet secured by a folding clasp. The total length of the assembly is stated as approximately 22.5cm.

Evidence for this section
  • “reference 35-64”
  • “case measures 38mm”
  • “Asymmetrical stainless steel case with integrated crown protection and a single round chronograph pusher at 2 o'clock.”
  • “fitted to an unsigned stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp”
  • “Bracelet measures approximately 22.5cm including the case”

Movement and Operational Data

The watch is powered by a signed manual-wind calibre 2220 movement, recorded with the serial number 1574919. The auction source states the movement is currently functioning.

The chronograph mechanism was tested for one minute, but no further testing was conducted by the auction house.

Evidence for this section
  • “signed manual wind movement calibre 2220, numbered 1574919”
  • “Movement is currently functioning”
  • “The chronograph counts one minute, but has not been tested further due to time constraints”

Condition and Markings

The case back is engraved with the British Broad Arrow symbol and the military issue numbers 0552/924-3306 80999. The dial features marks and an area of 'shiny residue of unknown origin'.

Reported wear includes scratches on the glass, marks and discolouration on the hands, and assorted scratches and dints on the case. The auction house disclaims any guarantee regarding working order, accuracy, or water resistance.

Evidence for this section
  • “case back engraved with British Broad Arrow and 0552/924-3306 80999”
  • “Dial has a few marks and a shiny residue of unknown origin to some areas”
  • “Hands have some marks and discolouration”
  • “Case has some marks, scratches and a few dints”
  • “Glass has scratches throughout”
  • “Please note that we cannot guarantee the working order, accuracy or water resistance of any watches”

Open research questions

  • Verify if the serial number 1574919 aligns with known production records for the Lemania 35-64.
  • Investigate the provenance of the 'shiny residue' noted on the dial.

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Lemania military issue monopusher chronograph wristwatch, reference 35-64
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference35-64“reference 35-64”
Calibre2220“signed manual wind movement calibre 2220”
Movement Number1574919“numbered 1574919”
Case Back EngravingBritish Broad Arrow and 0552/924-3306 80999“case back engraved with British Broad Arrow and 0552/924-3306 80999”
Case Size38mm“case measures 38mm”
BraceletUnsigned stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp“fitted to an unsigned stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp”

Visible details

  • Asymmetrical stainless steel case with integrated crown protection and a single round chronograph pusher at 2 o'clock.
  • Black dial marked with 'LEMANIA', circled 'T', Broad Arrow, 'INCABLOC', subsidiary seconds and minute counters, and luminous Arabic numerals at 12 and 6.
  • Mounted on an unsigned articulated multi-link stainless steel bracelet with straight end links.

Research qualifications

  • Internal calibre 2220 movement is not visible in the provided image.
  • Case back military engravings are not depicted in the primary photograph.
  • The source notes dial marks, residue, crystal scratches, and that the chronograph mechanism was only tested up to one minute.

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

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