1960s Favre-Leuba Chronograph Watch 30232 Valjoux 23 Manual Wind Wristwatch

Watch Overview

The Favre-Leuba Chronograph Ref. 30232 dates back to the 1960s, a period when the brand was actively producing robust and practical timepieces with a clear tool-watch focus. This model features a 35mm cushion-shaped case with a gold-tone bezel and stainless steel back. It is manually wound and powered by the Valjoux 23 mechanical movement, featuring a small seconds subdial and chronograph function, with a 48-hour power reserve and operating at 18,000 vph.

The white dial is well-balanced and highly legible, with gold-tone hands and hour markers set against a crisp black minute track. Red and black tachymeter and telemeter scales are printed along the outer edge. The subdial at 9 o’clock displays running seconds, while the 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock includes a red segmented detail—often referred to as a “beach ball” by collectors.

The watch is fitted with a new brown leather strap and shows light wear consistent with age, but remains in overall very good condition—mechanically sound and ready to wear.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Favre-Leuba
• Type: Wristwatch
• Model: Chronograph
• Reference: 30232
• Year / Era: 1960s - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: Switzerland - Swiss Made

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: White
• Features: Gold-tone hour markers and hands, black minute track. Red/black printed tachymeter and telemeter scales. Sub-seconds at 9 o’clock, 30-minute chronograph at 3 with red 'beach ball' detail.

Movement

• Type: Mechanical
• Caliber: Valjoux 23
• Jewels: 17
• Movement Functions:
  • Manual-winding
  • Central hours, minutes and small seconds
  • Chronograph function
  • Chronograph central second hand
  • 30-min sub-dial
  • 12-hours sub-dial
  • Antimagnetic
  • Shockprotected
• Power Reserve: 48-hour
• Frequency: 18,000vph

Case & Band

• Material: Stainless Steel back
• Case Shape: Cushion
• Bezel: Gold-tone. Fixed with brushed finish
• Crystal: -
• Back: Screw-back
• Crown: Signed pull-push
• Water Resistance: -
• Band Type: Brown leather two-piece strap
• Case Back Markings: Favre-Leuba - 30232 - Waterproof - Swiss made - 43 - Stainless steel back

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 35
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 38
• Case Lug to Lug: 39
• Case Thickness: 12
• Lug Width: 19
• Band Width: 19

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: NO
• Condition: The watch is in very good condition, some signs of wear consistent with use and age, a solid case, bezel, nice dial and brand-new leather strap.
• Extras: This timepiece has been fully inspected and authenticated by our in-house watchmaker, confirming that it runs accurately. It is ready to wear.

History & Legacy of FAVRE-LEUBA Genève – Since 1815, The Swiss Watch For All Climates

Founded in 1737 by Abraham Favre in Le Locle, Switzerland, the company stands as one of the oldest watchmakers in the world. What began as a modest workshop crafting clocks and pocket watches evolved into a renowned brand in 1815, when Abraham Favre Jr. partnered with Auguste Leuba—giving rise to the iconic name, Favre-Leuba.

Throughout the 20th century, Favre-Leuba cemented its legacy of innovation, introducing pioneering technologies to the world of watchmaking. Among its milestones was the launch of the Bivouac in 1962—the first wristwatch equipped with an altimeter—designed for mountaineers and adventurers. This bold spirit of exploration laid the foundation for the brand’s reputation as a maker of reliable timepieces for extreme conditions.

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