Gallet Multichron Pilot Chronograph Archived and the Valjoux 72 movements

and the Valjoux 72 movements inside are some of the best chronograph calibers every made

the French brand has horological roots going back to 1867 and was the first manufacture to use phosphorescent material (radium) on the watch dials and hands to allow for visibility in low light conditions

Better known for developing and manufacturing early Heuer dive watches

And though at first glance there isn't much in common between the Hamilton GI watch and the IWC Dopplechrono

What looks like a Heuer Carrera

Gallet Multichron Pilot Chronograph Archived and the Valjoux 72 movementsIf you've never heard of Gallet, pay attention. One of the oldest manufactures in Switzerland, Gallet has been around since 1466, and has a colorful and diverse history of watchmaking tradition. From one off handmade pocket watches for kings to some of the first mass produced wristwatches in history, there is little road in the timekeeping industry on which Gallet hasn't tread in their 500+ year history. Gallet timepieces have been worn by individuals