Vintage Venus сal 188 Chronograph watch Movement Incomplete Project

Overview

Vintage Venus Calibre 188 chronograph watch movement offered as a restoration project.

The Venus 188 is a respected Swiss hand-wound chronograph calibre from the golden era of mechanical chronographs. Movements from the Venus family are highly sought after by collectors, restorers and watchmakers due to their historical importance and increasingly limited availability.

This example is incomplete but retains many of its original components, making it suitable as a restoration project, donor movement or source of genuine Venus parts.

Please study all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description.

Condition

• Genuine Venus Calibre 188 chronograph movement.
• Includes movement guard / spacer ring.
• Balance appears to be in good condition.
• Some components are missing.
• Most major components appear to be present.
• Movement may run for a short period of time.
• Requires inspection, repair and a full service.
• Sold strictly as a project movement for restoration, parts or repair.
• Please review photographs carefully to determine completeness and condition.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: Venus
• Calibre: 188
• Type: Manual Wind Chronograph
• Includes: Movement and spacer / guard ring
• Condition: Incomplete, project

Historical Background

The Venus 188 belongs to the famous Venus family of Swiss chronograph movements produced during the mid-twentieth century. Venus chronograph calibres earned a reputation for robust construction and reliable chronograph operation, finding their way into watches from numerous respected Swiss manufacturers. Today, original Venus chronograph movements remain highly collectible and are increasingly difficult to source in any condition.

Collector’s Note

Original Venus chronograph parts have become increasingly scarce. Even incomplete examples can be valuable to collectors and watchmakers seeking components for restoration projects. This movement offers a good opportunity to acquire a genuine Venus 188 with balance and many major components still present.