Case #0036 — Junghans Meister Chronoscope (Ref. 027/4600.00) — Full Kit

Price:
$1,897.00 USD

Description:

Character
Some watches try too hard to be noticed. The Junghans Meister Chronoscope doesn’t have to — it wins you over in whispers, not shouts. Rooted in Bauhaus minimalism and made in Germany’s Black Forest, the 40.7mm case slides under a cuff effortlessly, while the silver sunray dial and clean chronograph registers make it one of the most refined Valjoux-powered pieces in its class.

Ref. 027/4600.00 pairs Junghans’ heritage with practical day/date display, an ultra-slim domed plexiglass crystal (with modern SICRALAN coating), and understated pump pushers. On wrist, it feels more like an heirloom than a machine — yet the J880.1 automatic caliber beats reliably inside.

This example is complete with full kit — original box, papers, and strap — and shows only minimal wear from careful use.

Provenance

• Reference: 027/4600.00

• Case Size: 40.7mm

• Movement: Automatic – Junghans Caliber J880.1 (Valjoux 7750 base)

• Dial: Silver sunray with applied markers, day/date at 3 o’clock

• Crystal: Domed plexiglass with SICRALAN coating

• Water Resistance: 30m

• Strap: Original leather strap with signed clasp

• Included: Original box, papers, and accessories

• Condition: Excellent pre-owned – minimal signs of wear, crystal clear

• Performance: Running accurately; all functions tested

Celebrity Provenance
Junghans isn’t about celebrity endorsement — it’s about quiet credibility. That’s exactly why it finds its way onto the wrists of designers, architects, and actors who appreciate understatement. The Meister Chronoscope has been spotted in the wardrobe of Max Riemelt (Sense8, Berlin Syndrome) and admired publicly by Sir Kenneth Grange for its Bauhaus design purity. In German cinema, Junghans often plays the role of the insider’s choice — a signal that the character values craft over flash.

Story
The Meister line dates back to the 1930s, but the Chronoscope brings it firmly into the modern era without losing its heritage cues. This watch represents Junghans at its best: slim, balanced, and versatile.

For collectors, full kit examples are far from common, especially in the U.S. Case #0036 stands out for completeness and condition, and offers a rare opportunity to add a Black Forest-built, Bauhaus-bred chronograph to your collection at under $2,000.

Shipping & Payment

• Ships from the U.S. with full insurance and signature confirmation

• Will ship within 2 business days of payment confirmation

• International buyers welcome — duties/taxes are buyer’s responsibility

• Returns accepted within 14 days; buyer pays return shipping