Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 09, 2026
LOT 6
A.R. & J.E. MEYLAN, SWITZERLAND, TYPE A7 HACK WATCH, DELIVERED TO THE US ARMY, CHROME
CHF 2,500 - 4,500
HKD 24,800 - 44,700 / USD 3,200 - 5,700 / EUR 2,800 - 4,900 / JPY 510,000 - 910,000
A fine and rare, unusual, large, chrome, manual wind since button chronograph wristwatch delivered to the US Army
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-7-9-12 |
Good Oxidized Scratched Worn |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-6-01 |
Very good Slightly oxidized HANDS Original |
Brand A.R. & J.E. Meylan, switzerland
Model Type A7 Hack watch
Year circa 1940's
Case No. 132403
Caliber 17 jewels
Diameter 47
Signature case and movement
Notes
The oversized single-button chronographs were designed for use by US Army pilot's. Designated as Type A7, these oversized off-centre single button chronographs were designed to facilitate navigation and usage by its large winding crown. Produced by Longines, Meylan and Gallet in small numbers, these are particularly sought after by military collectors.
Provenance
Property of a US military collector