1950s Vetta Antimagnetic Chronograph In Pink Gold

Why This Watch Matters

With its 38mm pink-gold case and beautiful dial, this Vetta chronograph exemplifies Italian style to a T.

The Full Story

Vetta is a brand with which you might not be familiar. Sure, you've seen a couple of their watches listed here on the HODINKEE Shop, but did you know that Vetta started out as the Italian import company for Wyler wristwatches? Neither company is still around, but recently there has been a renewed love for vintage Vetta chronographs like the one you see here. This pink gold version is 38mm in diameter and features a gorgeous dial with three scales: a minute track in black, a tachymeter scale in blue, and a telemeter scale in red. You better be quick, this Italian beauty won’t be here for long.

The Fine Print

Maker: Vetta
Model: Antimagnetic chronograph
Reference: 1903-1
Year: 1950s
Case No: NA
Material: 18k pink gold
Dimensions: 38mm diameter; 13mm thickness
Sapphire Crystal: No, plexiglass
Lume: No
Caliber: Valjoux 22 manual-winding movement
Bracelet/Strap: Brown leather strap
Lug Width: 19mm
Box/Papers: No

What we Love and What You Should Know

This watch is in very good condition for its age. The case is in nearly perfect condition with the exception of a dark spot at the base of the top left lug. The dial is also beautiful, with a blue tachymeter scale, red telemeter scale, and black minute track. The dial has aged gracefully with some light spotting throughout and a slight mark at the edge of the dial at 10 o’clock. The chronograph function is in good working order and the buttons are still crisp.