LEJOUR LE MANS CHRONOGRAPH Limited Edition SWISS VALJOUX 7750 Silver Panda 42MM

At a time where racing chronographs were booming, Le Jour introduced their 7203 chronograph in the Europoean market in the ‘80s, an iconic piece manufactured by Heuer based on the design of the Heuer Pasadena. This was an incredibly sought-after model by chronograph collectors as an affordable Heuer chronograph alternative. Although Le Jour fell victim to the quartz crisis and perished alongside many great watch brands, they were revived in recent years with impressive vintage-inspired offerings that just look simply gorgeous – what a way to restore the brand back to its former glory.

Recalling their comprehensive knowledge of chronographs from back in the day, Le Jour unveils their latest vintage-inspired racing chronograph that revisits the classic chronograph designs from watches of the late 60s to the early 80s. The Le Jour Le Mans Chronograph is housed in a well-constructed 316L stainless steel case, made like a truly robust tool watch.

With a case diameter of 42mm, a lug to lug distance of 51mm and a thickness of 17mm (including the domed sapphire crystal and caseback), the Le Mans Chronograph exhibits a bold presence while maintaining an excellent wearability on the wrist. A clear high quality in the fit and finish is demonstrated with fine satin brushing all around the case that carries down to the solid 22mm stainless steel bracelet. The brushed finishing at the top of the lugs and side of the case is transitioned seamlessly with a slight polished chamfer running from one lug to another, elevating the piece with an extra dash of refinement.

The Le Jour Le Mans Chronograph features a fixed stainless steel bezel with a tachymeter scale for the measurement of speed over a fixed distance, a convenient feature especially for drivers in sports-car racing.

Visually distinguishable as a sports chronograph from its prominent three chronograph registers at the 12, 6 and 9 o’clock position, the Le Jour Le Mans Chronograph presents a Gorgeous Silver dial with a minute track on the outer edges. Slender baton hands retain the legibility of the chronograph registers with minimal obstruction, allowing for an overall balanced and coherent dial design. For a true vintage appeal, the dial is protected by a highly domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, mimicking the warm charm of acrylic crystals used in the past.

The Le Jour Le Mans Chronograph is driven by the dependable Swiss ETA caliber 7750 automatic chronograph movement. This renowned movement is no stranger to many chronograph lovers, being a tried-and-tested movement with 25 jewels beating at 28,800 beats per hour. Held in with an engraved screw-in caseback, the watch flaunts a surprising 20 ATM (200 meters) of water resistance for a mechanical chronograph, granting ample protection against accidental water splashes.

MODEL: Le Mans Chronograph Limited Edition #8/500

MOVEMENT: Swiss Automatic – Valjoux 7750

CASE: Stainless Steel

CROWN: screw-down Crown

SIZE: 42mm

LUGS: 22mm

DIAL: Silver Panda Dial

BEZEL: Tachymeter Bezel – Non-rotating

CONDITION: Pre-owned – As-New!

BOXES/PAPERS: Yes/Yes – Comes with everything in pictures!

WATER RESISTANCE: – 200m

STRAP/BRACELET: – Original LeJour Stainless Steel Jubilee Bracelet with all links!