BRAND: Buèche Girod
MODEL: Vintage
CASE MATERIAL: 18k gold
Case MEASURES: 39 x 28 mm
MOVEMENT: Manual
FUNCTIONS: Time
CONDITION: Very nice
A wonderfully whimsical Buèche-Girod Lancia Radiator Grill from the 1960s, crafted in 18k yellow gold and inspired by the unmistakable front grille of Lancia automobiles. Buèche-Girod became known for these automotive-themed creations, translating iconic car designs into sculptural wristwatches at a time when the brand also supplied watches and movements to prestigious houses including Cartier.
The asymmetrical case frames a grey dial printed with white lines to mimic the radiator grille, centred by an applied blue and silver enamel Lancia shield. Raised pyramidal hour markers catch the light beautifully against the geometric backdrop, while slim baton hands keep the design remarkably clean. An unsigned crown sits charmingly off-centre at 4 o'clock, preserving the automotive silhouette.
Powered by a Buèche-Girod manual wind movement based on the ETA 65 caliber, it is fitted to a warm brown leather strap with contrasting white stitching that echoes the grille pattern on the dial. Equal parts automotive design and mid-century watchmaking, it is an uncommon conversation piece from one of Switzerland's most inventive makers.
The 18k yellow gold case bears the appropriate Swiss gold hallmarks and maker's marks. Interestingly, no serial or reference numbers are present on the exterior, inner caseback, or bezel—a trait occasionally encountered on small-production vintage Buèche-Girod pieces.
7 mm thick case.
Small wear shown, crystal has icing on corner.
Bueche Girod ETA caliber 65, 17 jewels manual wind movement.
The case bears the appropriate Swiss 18k gold hallmarks but is not numbered.
Brown leather strap.
Generic buckle.
18 mm lug width.
Modelled on 6 inch wrist.
ID 137594309147
