What We Fancy

It has been speculated until recently that the Wittnauer model tested by NASA alongside the Speedmaster was the reference 242T. Just a few weeks ago it was confirmed by NASA that it was in fact the reference 235T that lost out to the Speedmaster Moonwatch that we know and love. Coming in at 36mm, and with a thick case makes for a comfortable wear. The multi-colored dials really draw the eye in the blue and red. The 235T is powered by the famous Valjoux 72 and runs buttery smooth. For more information on this model, take a gander at this great article from our friends over at Fratello Watches.

Brand: Wittnauer

Model: Professional reference 235T

Case: 36mm wide (excluding original crown), 43.5mm tall, 12.5mm thick, all stainless steel, original domed acrylic crystal, pump pushers, signed crown, screw-down case back

Movement: Valjoux cal. 72, manual winding, recently serviced

Bracelet/ Strap: Navy Horween Shell Cordovan (MSRP: $95), 18mm lug width

Features: Arabic numerals, tritium lume, blued steel handset, colored tachymeter/ telemetry scale, 12-hour counting chronograph w/ 30-minute intervals, pump pushers, column wheel movement, signed crown, screw down case back, circa the late 1960s

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In overall great all original condition. The dial is clean with no major blemishes of any kind. Has a light patina throughout. The case is unpolished with some dings on the outer part near 8 & 5. The Valjoux 72 movement runs very well keeping accurate time and all chronograph functions work as they should.

Backed by our one-year repair warranty.