Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Jun 28, 2020
LOT 41
VULCAIN, REF. S 2321, CRICKET NAUTICAL, STEEL
A fine, very rare, manual wind, stainless steel diver's wristwatch with alarm and decompression tables.
Brand Vulcain
Model Cricket Nautical
Reference S2321
Year Circa 1961
Caliber Rhodium plated
Dimensions 42 mm.
Signature Dial, Case and Movement
Accessories Original presentation leaflet and copy of the letter by Raoul Didisheim
CHF 15,000 - 20,000
HKD 120,000 - 160,000 / USD 15,000 - 20,000
Sold: CHF 43,750
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Notes
In the world of alarm divers watches, the Vulcain Nautical Cricket is probably one of the most sought-after alongside the Jaeger Polaris. Made in far fewer numbers, Vulcain enlisted the help of three exceptional individuals, Hannes Keller, Arthur Droz und Max-Yves Brandly. Hannes Keller was the most famous of all due to his diving exploits as he set a world diving record in 1962 at 300m. Max-Yves Brandly was an explorer and film director. The last of the three was the Swiss Arthur Droz, instructeur national de plongée et délégué du Centre d’investigations et d’activités sous-marines.