CIRCA: 1970s
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
CASE DIMENSIONS: 38 mm in diameter
DIAL: Black dial with luminous stick hour markers and three silver chronograph subregisters
BRACELET MATERIAL: Black leather strap with red stitching
BRACELET SIZE: 7 to 8-1/2 inches
MOVEMENT: Manual wind
FUNCTIONS: Time, chronograph
CALIBER: Valjoux 7736
The Racine family was known for centuries for their connection to and advancement of horology. Formed in 1870, Jules Racine Ð a cousin of the Gallet brothers Ð formed the Racine watch company. He and his cousins often worked together to bring watches to markets other than Switzerland. The brands were all so incestuous that in 1914, members of the Racine family, not being able to use the trademarked Racine name, formed ÒEnicarÓ which was just Racine spelled backwards.
Condition
Dial and hands in very nice condition; dial with small mark to the left of the hour subregister. Luminous material in the dial fully intact with a slight greenish color and dark spots from age; appears original to the watch. Case appears to be unpolished with few scratches commensurate with age and wear. Movement running at time of cataloging. Overall in very nice condition.
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