Mondia Chronograph Triple Register – Ref. 03-993-60
Valjoux 7736 – Blue Vignette Dial with Exotic Red & White Accents – 1970s Vintage Rarity
We’re thrilled to present this striking and exceptionally rare Mondia Chronograph, reference 03-993-60, housing the venerable Valjoux 7736 manual-wind movement. This bold and beautiful piece captures the spirit of 1970s avant-garde chronograph design, blending sharp functionality with eye-catching dial aesthetics that remain arresting even by today’s standards.
A Standout from the Golden Age of Chronographs
Produced at a time when mechanical chronographs were both a tool and a style statement, this Mondia triple-register chrono is a perfect example of bold mid-century design. The Valjoux 7736—part of the legendary Valjoux 72 lineage—powers a robust, cleanly laid-out chronograph with three sub-dials for seconds, minutes, and hours.
At 39mm, the stainless steel case offers ideal proportions for both comfort and wrist presence, with round pushers and a screw-down caseback delivering ruggedness and vintage authenticity. The case is sharply preserved, and all components are triple signed: dial, crown, and movement—all factory original.
Dial Design: Blue Vignette with Exotic Flair
What truly sets this reference apart is the exotic vignette dial, a visually mesmerizing deep blue tone that transitions into a dark gradient toward the outer track. Accented by vibrant red markers and hands, it offers vivid legibility and irresistible contrast.
The white sub-dials add a daring pop, designed with broad, alternating stripes to mark out the seconds, minutes, and hours. This rare dial configuration is both playful and technical—evoking racing chronographs and sport-timing pedigree—while the red sweep chrono hand completes the aesthetic with a dynamic touch.
Condition & Technical Specifications
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Dial: Original blue vignette exotic dial with white and red details. Superb condition with no retouching. Lume plots and hands show honest vintage aging.
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Case: Stainless steel, 39mm without crown. Screw-down caseback, round pump pushers. Excellent preservation with light signs of use.
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Crystal: Mineral dome in clean condition, free from major scratches or distortion.
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Crown: Original signed Mondia crown.
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Movement: Manual-wind Valjoux 7736 chronograph, running strong with excellent pusher feel and reset. Recently serviced and keeping reliable time.
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Strap: Supplied on a high-quality vintage-style leather rally strap (other strap options available on request).
A Rare Opportunity for the Discerning Collector
Examples of this Mondia chronograph—especially with the rare blue exotic dial—are few and far between. It’s an exciting proposition for collectors of Valjoux-powered chronographs, racing-inspired vintage watches, or those with a deep appreciation for 1970s design language.
This is not just a watch—it’s a conversation piece, a slice of horological artistry, and a tool watch with soul.
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