Lemania Ref. 9803 vintage automatic chronograph .
Dating from the 1970s, this well-preserved watch pairs a 38 mm stainless steel case with a white dial and a single-counter chronograph display. Its automatic calibre 1341 makes it a distinctive choice for collectors drawn to mechanical Swiss chronographs.
Watch specifications
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Period: 1970s
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Reference: 9803
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Movement: Automatic, calibre 1341
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Case: Stainless steel
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Diameter: 38 mm
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Dial: White, with a single-counter chronograph display
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Rare version, unique tachymeter configuration.
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Signatures: Signed dial, case and movement
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Strap: Girard-Perregaux brown crocodile leather strap
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Condition: Overall excellent condition for its age
A distinctive vintage chronograph from Lemania, one of Switzerland’s historically significant watchmaking names, celebrated for its technical expertise, mechanical ingenuity and contribution to the development of fine chronograph movements.
Founded in 1884 by Alfred Lugrin in the Vallée de Joux, Switzerland, Lemania built its reputation on precision timekeeping and sophisticated chronograph mechanisms. The manufacture subsequently became an important movement supplier to renowned Swiss watchmakers, including Omega and Tissot, and its technical legacy remains closely associated with some of the most respected chronographs in horological history. Its historic connection with the legendary Omega calibre 321 further underlines its importance to collectors and enthusiasts.
Lemania occupies a special place in the history of Swiss horology. Unlike more commercially prominent names, the manufacture is particularly appreciated by knowledgeable enthusiasts for its engineering heritage and its role behind the scenes of important watchmaking milestones.
Vintage Lemania chronographs are consequently of interest to collectors seeking authentic pieces with historical substance, distinctive design and a connection to Switzerland’s rich mechanical watchmaking tradition.
For collectors interested in Lemania's chronograph heritage, this Ref. 9803 brings the focus back to the watch itself: a 1970s automatic movement, a distinctive dial configuration and well-preserved vintage condition.
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