Brand: Clebar by Zodiac Model: Three-Register Tachymeter Chronograph ref. 73623 (Reverse Panda Dial); Serial #173XXX; Swiss Made circa early 1970s Case: Solid stainless steel case with screw-down back is approximately 36mm excluding the original unsigned winding crown Strap: 19mm handmade smooth tan calfskin strap with contrast stitching and polished stainless steel tang buckle Movement: Valjoux cal. 7736 manual-winding chronograph movement (17 jewels); 18,000 BPH; Swiss Made Features: Stunning original reverse panda dial (matte black with white sub-registers); tachymeter scale for calculating the average speed of a moving object over time (i.e. during racing applications); original Tritium hands with gorgeous yellow patina; original black sub-register hands and large white chronograph sweeping-seconds hand; manual-winding Valjoux movement with 12-hour chronograph recording capability; sharp 36mm stainless steel case with original oversized winding crown; domed acrylic crystal Condition: Very nice original condition overall with minor honest wear consistent with age and use; solid stainless steel case is razor sharp with light wear; stainless steel screw-down caseback exhibits some toolmarks from opening; beautiful original reverse panda dial with crisp printing throughout and attractive golden yellow patina to the Tritium lume plots, original Tritium hands with matching golden yellow lume; clean domed acrylic crystal Other: If you're looking for a vintage chronograph watch reminiscent of iconic Heuer designs without spending a fortune, this rare Clebar chronograph is a solid value play. In fact, the dial and handset are nearly identical to the legendary (and extremely expensive) Heuer Carrera 2447NST that we all know and love. Simply put, it's hard to beat the matte black dial with contrasting bright white sub-registers and tachymeter scale for racing. The reverse panda dial really comes to life in the sun as does the desirable golden yellow patina to the luminous elements. Just like the original Heuer Carrera, this case wears incredibly well on the wrist with fantastic proportions clocking in at ~36mm in diameter. It comes on a comfortable 19mm handmade tan calfskin strap, but really looks great on just about everything!
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