Signed Wyler-Vetta, Incaflex, ref. 5609, circa 1940s

The present piece represents an extremely interesting, attractive and rare occasion for the connoisseur of vintage timepieces. The present lot in fact presents two features which shall enthrall the beholder: first of all, its two-tone, flawlessly preserved dial exudes an absolutely exquisite vintage vibe, from the typical two-counter chronographic layout to the railway fifth of a second combined with Arabic five minutes divisions. Then, its size is nothing less than astounding on a non-professional gold timepiece from that epoch. In fact, during the first half of the past century a 31 to 33 mm. diameter was the norm, with pieces measuring 35 to 37 mm. already considered oversize. The present lot however boasts an absolutely remarkable 39.5 mm diameter, making it much closer to modern watchmaking standards than to its peers of the time. The combination of large dimension, attractive dial finish and pristine condition makes this timepiece an extremely attractive and collectible example of unusual watchmaking from the mid-20th century.