{"product_id":"1950s-doxa-sfygmos-pulsometer-chronograph-valjoux-23","title":"1960s Doxa Sfygmos Pulsometer Monopusher Chronograph | Valjoux 23","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare 1960s medical watch, the \u003cstrong\u003eDoxa Sfygmos \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003epulsometer monopusher \u003c\/strong\u003etakes its name from the \u003cstrong\u003eGreek word for “pulsation”\u003c\/strong\u003e and was designed for doctors who needed to time a pulse with one hand. The \u003cstrong\u003esingle pusher at 2 o’clock\u003c\/strong\u003e controls start, stop, and reset with one finger, leaving the other hand free to handle the stethoscope during examination. This purposeful layout makes the Sfygmos makes it a rare bird among other vintage chronographs of the same era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to what some online sources suggest, the dial is not split into two physical levels: \u003cstrong\u003eboth the hour track and the pulsation scale are printed on a single, flat dia\u003c\/strong\u003el. What creates the impression of a stepped construction is the \u003cstrong\u003einternal ring-shaped “cyclops” that sits beneath the crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e, encircling and magnifying the pulsation markings. This under-crystal magnifier gives the outer ring extra emphasis while leaving the central hours crisp and clean, resulting in a uniquely three-dimensional look without a multi-part dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of the usual 12 o’clock reset, \u003cstrong\u003ethe Doxa Sfygmos starts and resets its chronograph seconds hand at 9 o’clock\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding a unique touch to this watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the Sfygmos is powered by \u003cstrong\u003eValjoux 23\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ea hand-wound, column-wheel chronograph caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e that is a benchmark of mid-century chronograph design. Known for its precise actuation, robust construction, and enduring reliability, the Valjoux 72 was the movement of choice for many respected brands of the era and remains highly regarded among collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features of this Doxa Sfygmos Monopusher Chronograph:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35mm case size | 18mm lug width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA monopusher pulsometer designed for Doctors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereally cool italic font used for \"Sfygmos\", giving it a retro-futuristic \/ techno vibe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnusual \u003cstrong\u003einternal circular “cyclops”\u003c\/strong\u003e ring magnifying the pulsation scale from beneath the crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnusual placement of \u003cstrong\u003esecond hand at 9 o'clock\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual-wind \u003cstrong\u003eValjoux 23 column-wheel \u003c\/strong\u003echronograph movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSword-shaped hour hands \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaint \u0026 Collectible","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51703240032557,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0878\/4468\/4077\/files\/Doxa_Sfygmos_Pulsometer_Monopusher_Chronograph_Valjoux_23_dial_2.png?v=1769154920","url":"https:\/\/quaintcollect.com\/products\/1950s-doxa-sfygmos-pulsometer-chronograph-valjoux-23","provider":"Quaint \u0026 Collectible","version":"1.0","type":"link"}