Clebar Clebar Chronograph
Apollo XVII, the last manned moon landing to date, returns to Earth with 250 pounds of lunar samples.1972 Clebar Chronograph
With a Stainless Steel case is approximately 37 mm (excluding crown). Includes one analog/shift 20 mm leather strap and two nylon straps. This Clebar Chronograph is one of those defunct Swiss brands that flies under the radar, so they’re probably best known among collectors today for their “Poor Man’s Heuers”, the chronographs that closely resemble early Heuer Carreras. Those are great watches, but there are other cool Clebars out there, like this one.
In the late 1960s into the early 1970s, sports chronographs were all the rage. Heuer led the pack & with the popularity, they released cheaper options with similar design qualities.
Powered by the venerable Landeron 248 manual-winding chronograph movement. This Clebar is an excellent (and affordable!) alternative to its contemporary counterparts from brands such as Zodiac, Heuer, or Breitling. The 37mm case is gorgeous and fairly unique tonneau shape with open lugs, giving it a great look wrist, and with a classic bi-compax chronograph layout, the watch was exactly what we look for in a vintage sports chronograph.
This timepiece is in outstanding original condition, the dial is fantastic with no major defects of any kind, hands, and bezel, all with just a touch of patina.
Movement runs very well keeping accurate time & the chronograph works as it should. It has obviously been treated kindly over the years and isn’t much worse for the wear than when it left the factory decades ago.
If you’re a new vintage enthusiast looking for your first great watch, this Clebar Chronograph is an excellent choice. We have to warn you though, these things can be addictive, and affordable vintage Chronos are the gateway drug.