Reduced $2750: Wakmann Triple Date Reverse Panda Dial Chronograph 71.1309.70 (37MM/39MM w crown)

It’s time to start nibbling round the edges of the collection. As folks here know, I’m not much into selling. I’ve got plenty of buying references and only one selling reference. They are all positive. OF means a lot to me so I take doing a good job selling or buying seriously. First up is this very nice Wakmann Triple Date. Swiss Made Circa early 1970’s.

I’d prefer to sell on OF and in considering the cost of a service, I’m reducing the price to $2750 USD, Delivered CONUS. Shipped via Parcel Pro, Insured. As I’ve stated, this is now a serious bargain compared to comparable listings and past sales.

I will consider international shipment but I’m not going to play games with valuation or risk the postal services. The ship cost would be born by the buyer. (Of course we’ll talk).

Sale is final unless I have grossly misrepresented the watch, which I have not.

Payment: Bank Wire is preferred. Will consider PP F&F. Will consider PP also.

Case: SS, “Waterproof”, Screw Down Back. The inner caseback is properly signed “Charles Gigandet Swiss”. Other than some light scratches on the caseback consistent with wear, the case is in excellent condition. Might have had a light polish at some point. Domed acrylic crystal.

Movement: Valjoux Cal. 730, Manual Wind, 17 Jewels, 21,600 BPH, Quick Set Month and day via top corrector (for day push slightly deeper), quickset “crescent” date arm via bottom corrector. 12Hr Chronograph recording capability. I moved the hands around a bit so you can see all the dial. All functions work, the watch keeps good time, but I have not had this one serviced.

Dial: Matte, Panda, Minor Patina on the white sub dials. Tritium lume markers have aged to a nice yellow hue. The original handset features matching lume.

I’m happy to provide more pictures and answer any questions via PM. Thanks for looking.

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Bump…You really want a reverse Panda! Way cheaper than a Daytona!

While the market can seem daunting to budding collectors, there are still values to be had, namely from smaller Swiss manufacturers like Wakmann, Nivada, Le Jour, and others. Though such watches might not necessarily afford the same shock and status value as a vintage chronograph with a crown on its dial, they can be every bit as stunning, and a joy to wear.

Wakmann in particular holds a special place in the minds of vintage watch collectors, as there are several references and desirable models from the brand that can still be described as being relatively affordable, or accessible. Whether it’s sporty, complicated or stripped-down and understated, there’s a Wakmann of note to suggest, which would in turn suggest a look into its history is more than warranted.

The Wakmann Watch Company was founded in the state of New York in 1946, and began both importing and manufacturing fine timepieces of impressive quality. In little time, the name became synonymous with expertise in the field of chronograph production, along with timekeeping in the American market, as a whole. Due to the tax structure of the era that enforced substantial duties on the importation of Swiss wristwatches, Wakmann saw opportunity in their industry by partnering with Breitling, who supplied the brand with watch components to be given a final assembly, and later sold. Their success would lead to the supplying of timepieces for the US military and other professional issue applications, and an eventual Breitling buyout.

One of the most notable pieces from the brand that’s now a sought after commodity, is the Valjoux 72 powered Triple Date Chronograph, which Wakmann produced in several dial and case variations. Remember that this is the same caliber found inside other far more costly watches like the Autavia from Heuer, Universal Geneve’s Tri-Compax, and of course the legendary Rolex Daytona, but offered in a package that won’t entirely break the bank. Countless designs of timeless and iconic nature came out of the watchmaking industry in the 1960s and 1970s, and the Triple Date Chronograph from Wakmann is no exception

This really is a great watch. Bump…

“One of the most notable pieces from the brand that’s now a sought after commodity, is the Valjoux 72 powered Triple Date Chronograph, which Wakmann produced in several dial and case variations. Remember that this is the same caliber found inside other far more costly watches like the Autavia from Heuer, Universal Geneve’s Tri-Compax, and of course the legendary Rolex Daytona, but offered in a package that won’t entirely break the bank. Countless designs of timeless and iconic nature came out of the watchmaking industry in the 1960s and 1970s, and the Triple Date Chronograph from Wakmann is no exception”

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“One of the most notable pieces from the brand that’s now a sought after commodity, is the Valjoux 72 powered Triple Date Chronograph, which Wakmann produced in several dial and case variations. Remember that this is the same caliber found inside other far more costly watches like the Autavia from Heuer, Universal Geneve’s Tri-Compax, and of course the legendary Rolex Daytona, but offered in a package that won’t entirely break the bank. Countless designs of timeless and iconic nature came out of the watchmaking industry in the 1960s and 1970s, and the Triple Date Chronograph from Wakmann is no exception”

Bump..Willing to listen to reasonable offers.

Bump..Willing to listen to reasonable offers.

Bump … Open to reasonable offers.

“One of the most notable pieces from the brand that’s now a sought after commodity, is the Valjoux 72 powered Triple Date Chronograph, which Wakmann produced in several dial and case variations. Remember that this is the same caliber found inside other far more costly watches like the Autavia from Heuer, Universal Geneve’s Tri-Compax, and of course the legendary Rolex Daytona, but offered in a package that won’t entirely break the bank. Countless designs of timeless and iconic nature came out of the watchmaking industry in the 1960s and 1970s, and the Triple Date Chronograph from Wakmann is no exception”

It is so weird that this fantastic watch is still here.

Bump … Open to reasonable offers.

“One of the most notable pieces from the brand that’s now a sought after commodity, is the Valjoux 72 powered Triple Date Chronograph, which Wakmann produced in several dial and case variations. Remember that this is the same caliber found inside other far more costly watches like the Autavia from Heuer, Universal Geneve’s Tri-Compax, and of course the legendary Rolex Daytona, but offered in a package that won’t entirely break the bank. Countless designs of timeless and iconic nature came out of the watchmaking industry in the 1960s and 1970s, and the Triple Date Chronograph from Wakmann is no exception”

Bump…Price reduced. $2750 USD.

Bump…Price reduced. $2750 USD.

Bump…Price reduced. $2750 USD.

Bump…Price reduced. $2750 USD.

Bump...Price reduced $2750 USD. Will be up till Friday.

Happy to see this one going, it is in top condition👍