The Facts:
Year/Make/Model: 1940's Bancor chronograph
Reference: 20885
Case size (excluding crown): 34.5mm
Case material: Chrome plated base metal
Movement: 17 jewel Landeron 51
Bands: 18mm Oilskin leather bands
Imported by Shifter & Boriser of New York, these Britix watches were labeled "Bancor" and distributed to the US market.
The case is in good shape, with the light plating loss that is nearly always found on chronographs of this era. The telemeter dial is very nicely preserved, all print is crisply legible. The blued steel hands are also in excellent condition, not a single speck of lume is missing. All chrono functions work as they should: press the 2 o'clock pusher once and the chronograph second hand instantly begins moving. Press the 4 o'clock pusher to pause, then press it again and the hands snap back to 12 precisely.
The Landeron 51 was introduced in 1937 and it powered so many of the chronographs that were incredibly popular during the 1940's. This one has been inspected and timegrapher regulated to ensure accuracy.
The stainless steel caseback is in very good condition with light age wear. The crown has ample grip and it winds and sets effortlessly. The watch comes on 18mm genuine oilskin leather bands with a matching silver buckle.
With its beautifully preserved dial, and robust Landeron movement, this Bancor chronograph will quickly find a place in your rotation!
Please note that all mechanical watches, including automatics, require occasional winding in order to function properly. The watch will be well packaged and shipped out within one business day and tracking information is always included. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask prior to purchase and I'll reply promptly. Thank you for looking and have a great day!