Dugena is a maker that has come up on my radar only recently. They were a top-end German brand, originally sold under the name Alpina (f. 1917). They did a marvellous Autavia clone, the "Siffert," which I am eagerly keeping an eye out for:
https://monochrome-watches.com/the-story-of-dugena-or-what-is-a-poor-mans-heuer-vintage-corner/
Recently picked up this chrono (val. 7733), which shares some features with that Siffert, most specifically the lovely steel indices with flattened outer edges and delicate lume dots (I actually like the indices here better, on account of the onyx inserts). I also appreciate the very precise dial detailing, the navy tachy and subdials, and the asymmetrical, red-detailed yachting minute sub-register. These are complemented by a finely-milled diving bezel and beefy pushers. The overall aesthetic also has some echoes of Yema Supergrafs and Meangrafs from the same period (early 70s). I've put it on a hand-made strap that matches the exact specs of the band that came with the former on original issue (courtesy of twostitch straps).
So, anyone else have a Dugena in their collection? I think this brand deserves some love!
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