| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3 * |
|
Dial: 2-6-8-01 |
Very good Slightly oxidized Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Favre Leuba, Switzerland
Model Bivouac
Reference 53203
Year circa 1964
Case No. 826
Bracelet stainless steel Favre Leuba bracelet with deployant clasp, approx. overall length 180 mm.
Diameter 38 mm.
Caliber 10032
Signature Dial, case and movement signed
Notes
These watches were used by the alpinists first climbing the north side of the Matterhorn and in 1960's polar expeditions. The watch measured the drop in air pressure, warning them that blizzards were on the way.
Provenance
Property of a Swiss Gentleman
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