Gallet Chronograph Watch - MultiChron Calendar Chronograph

MultiChron Calendar

Introduced in 1946

Powered by the groundbreaking Valjoux calibre 72C, the Gallet MultiChron Calendar was the first professional chronograph wristwatch to include automatically adjusting date and day-of-the-week features. Coveted by serious collectors, only a limited number of these highly complex timepieces were produced as they were too expensive for the average consumer to afford.

Except for the lack of a screw-down winding crown, the post 1956 Gallet MC Calendar shares many of the same components as the famous Rolex “Jean-Claude Killy” version, valued at nearly a quarter of a million dollars. While original production records have yet to surface, many experts believe the Rolex version to be a collaboration between the 2 companies. This is further supported by the fact that Gallet was the primary sales channel and wholesale distributor of Valjoux movements to other Swiss watch companies up until the mid 1970's.

Model name: MultiChron Calendar

Reference #: n/a

Movement type: chronograph, manual wind

Calibre: Valjoux 72c

Case material: stainless steel or 14k gold

Case back: press on

Dimensions:

Bracelet: leather

Water resistance: n/a

Production years: 1946 - 1955

Serial numbers: n/a

Application: sports and auto racing, time study,

Notes: 12 hr. recording, day, date, month

Valuation*

Stainless Steel: $4,800.00 - $5,100.00 (rare)

14k Gold: $5,500.00 - $5,800.00 (extra rare)

18k Gold: n/a

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Model name: MultiChron Calendar

Reference #: n/a

Movement type: chronograph, manual wind

Calibre: Valjoux 72c

Case material: stainless steel or 14k gold

Case back: press on

Dimensions:

Bracelet: leather

Water resistance: n/a

Production years: 1946 - 1955

Serial numbers: n/a

Application: sports and auto racing, time study,

Notes: 12 hr. recording, day, date, month

Valuation*

Stainless Steel: $5,800.00 - $6,100.00 (rare)

14k Gold: $7,500.00 - $8,500.00 (extra rare)

18k Gold: n/a

Model name: MultiChron Calendar "waterproof"

Reference #: n/a

Movement type: chronograph, manual wind

Calibre: Valjoux 72c

Case material: stainless steel or 14k gold

Case back: screw on

Dimensions: 35mm diameter

Bracelet: leather

Water resistance: 30m

Production years: 1956 - 1974

Serial numbers: n/a

Application: sports and auto racing, time study,

Notes: 12 hr. recording, day, date, month

Valuation*

Stainless Steel: $7,100.00 - $7,500.00 (rare)

14k Gold: $8,500.00 - $9,500.00 (extra rare)

18k Gold: n/a

Model name: MultiChron Calendar "waterproof"

Reference #: n/a

Movement type: chronograph, manual wind

Calibre: Valjoux 72c

Case material: stainless steel or 14k gold

Case back: screw on

Dimensions: 35mm diameter

Bracelet: leather

Water resistance: 30m

Production years: 1956 - 1974

Serial numbers: n/a

Application: sports and auto racing, time study,

Notes: 12 hr. recording, day, date, month, stylized 12

Valuation*

Stainless Steel: $7,100.00 - $7,500.00 (rare)

14k Gold: $8,500.00 - $9,500.00 (extra rare)

18k Gold: n/a

Model name: MultiChron Calendar "waterproof"

Reference #: n/a

Movement type: chronograph, manual wind

Calibre: Valjoux 72c

Case material: stainless steel or 14k gold

Case back: screw on

Dimensions: 35mm diameter

Bracelet: leather

Water resistance: 30m

Production years: 1970 - 1974

Serial numbers: n/a

Application: sports and auto racing, time study,

Notes: 12 hr. recording, day, date, month, stylized 12, manufactured by Gallet for Bucherer

Valuation*

Stainless Steel: $7,100.00 - $7,500.00 (rare)

14k Gold: $8.500.00 - $9,500.00 (extra rare)

18k Gold: n/a

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Reprint of a 1959 Jeweler's Circular Keystone magazine advertisement for the Gallet MultiChron Calendar chronograph

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* Valuations for timepieces listed on Gallet World are based on an average of fair market prices, either quoted or realized in retail venues, auctions, and NAWCC national and regional shows. Values displayed are for complete timepieces in good working condition with original dials and components.

** Add $300 to $500 for superior Excelsior Park Movement