German watch manufacturer Junghans is famous for its minimalist designs, such as the "Max Bill" collection, but it also offers a wide range of cost-effective automatic chronographs. This time, we'll introduce three Junghans chronograph models that can be purchased for around 400,000 yen. (All prices listed are as of January 2022.)
Article published on June 2023, 1
"Meister Pilot" inspired by military watches
Automatic movement (Cal. J880.4/ETA2824-2, Dubois-Dépraz 2030 base). 28 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 38 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 43.3mm). Water resistant to 100m. Price: 413,600 yen (tax included).
The Meister Pilot is a watch produced by Junghans for the German military in the 1950s. It was inspired by the company's legendary pilot's chronograph.
The black dial of the "Bicompax" features two side-by-side subdials, and the large cream-colored indexes and thick hour and minute hands coated with luminous paint create a strong contrast, ensuring high visibility even at night or in dark places. The chronograph mechanism and distinctive ergonomic bezel also allow for the calculation of flight time.
The Master Pilots who once served in the cockpit continue to fascinate aviation enthusiasts today as a tribute to those who dedicated their passion to the aviation industry.
"Meister Telemeter" with a vintage design
Automatic movement (Cal. J880.3/ETA2892-2, Dubois-Dépraz 2030 base). 28 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 42 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 40.8mm). Water resistant to 30m. Price: 413,600 yen (tax included).
The Meister Telemeter has a design based on the chronograph that Junghans released in 1951. Junghans was the first to equip this watch with a telemeter scale for measuring distance by sound and a tachymeter for measuring speed.
The bicompax silver matte dial features a red measuring scale and cream-colored luminous hands and indices, which, combined with the domed, anti-reflective sapphire crystal, enhance the watch's vintage look.
The Meister S Chronoscope features a modern design
Automatic movement (Cal. J880.1 / Valjoux 7750 base). 25 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 48 hours. Stainless steel case (45mm diameter). Price: 418,000 yen (tax included).
Of the three chronographs introduced here, the Meister S Chronoscope has the most modern design. The dial features three subdials arranged vertically, with a day-date display at the 3 o'clock position.
Not only are the hands and indexes coated with white luminous paint, but the sapphire crystal has anti-reflective coating on both sides to ensure high visibility.
The impressive 45mm case is water resistant to 200m thanks to a screw-down crown with a crown guard. Large, easy-to-press pushers make it easy to start and stop timekeeping.
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