The Valjoux 23 is a hand-wound, column-wheel chronograph calibre produced from 1916 to 1974. It uses the two-pusher layout introduced by Willy Breitling. The 236 and Chronoking editions show the chronograph works through an open caseback. VZ stands for Valjoux Zähler, German for counter. Nivada Grenchen fits restored new old-stock Valjoux 23 and 236 VZ movements in 38 mm steel cases under double-domed sapphire crystal.
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The Valjoux 23 and 236 editions
- The Reverse Panda: black dial, white sub-registers, Valjoux 23, the same calibre as the 1966 original.
- Chronoking Vintage Valjoux 23 Restored: black dial with orange gradient, tachymeter, open caseback, 48-hour power reserve.
- Chronograph Valjoux 236 Broad Arrow and Chronomaster Valjoux 236 Aventurine Blue: 25 numbered pieces each.
Several editions are numbered and limited. When an edition closes, its page stays online as a reference.
Valjoux FAQ
What is the difference between the Valjoux 23 and the 236?
The 236 is a later, faster-beating version of the 23. Both are hand-wound column-wheel chronographs, and the editions listed here quote a 48-hour power reserve.
Is the Valjoux 23 related to the Valjoux 72?
Yes. The Valjoux 72 belongs to the same family and adds a third register, the 12-hour counter. Current Nivada Grenchen editions use the 23 and the 236.
Is there an automatic Valjoux chronograph?
Yes. The automatic Autochron runs on the Valjoux 7750 in a 38 mm steel case, water resistant to 20 ATM.
