A rare 1930s Movado "Disco Volante" chronograph, equipped with the Cal. 90 movement and featuring a three-tone snail dial.
This timepiece is housed in a distinctive cylindrical case, often referred to as "Disco Volante" or "UFO," and is powered by Movado's in-house Cal. 90 movement. Despite its well-balanced 34mm size, the cylindrical case design gives it a substantial presence, further enhanced by a thin bezel that makes it appear larger than its actual dimensions.
The dial showcases an intricate and sophisticated design, featuring a snail tachymeter scale on the outer perimeter, a double mirror circle, and a white minute track. The blued steel sword hands and small logo add to its remarkable vintage appeal, making it a highly valuable collector’s piece.
The Cal. 90 movement operates differently from standard chronographs: the button at the 4 o’clock position is used for start, stop, and restart functions, while the button at 2 o’clock is used for resetting, offering a unique control system.