Hamilton Fontainebleau Chronograph founders The triple calendar version of

The triple calendar version of the Valjoux movement displays the day

Even though its successor

satin silver dial with printed black 'Roman' indices and a recessed center section

a Reference 70150 based on a military prototype from the 1960s that was never put into production

The Calatrava 96 was also one of the first pieces the brand released after the Stern family purchased a majority share in Patek Philippe in the early 30s

Hamilton Fontainebleau Chronograph founders The triple calendar version ofMuch of our time is spent extolling the virtues of the "icons" of horology wristwatches that evoke a particular sentiment in the minds of enthusiasts. For example, the Speedmaster, with its storied connection to NASA; or the Rolex Submariner, which has adorned the wrist of James Bond. Their rugged, purpose built nature and their distinctive appearances have set the standard, more or less, for what a chronograph or a dive watch is supposed to look