1912 PAUL BUHRE Single Pusher Wrist Chronograph for Imperial Russian Market Antique Wrist Watch

Nice single pusher chronograph by Paul Buhre.
Dimeter is 47mm, total weight is hefty 97 grams.

This watch is produced by Paul Buhre and is illustrated in Lang & Meis "Chronograph Wristwatches" book by number 3, directly after Patek Philippe, dating the watch to c. 1910.
As it should be on Buhre watches, balance bridge bears II/Y Cyrillic engraving.

The case number match Pault Buhre production for 1912, what perfectly matches to it's production years (c. 1910-1917) and makes it on of the very first wrist chronograph.
Paul Buhre catalogue from 1913 shows this model and mentions that it makes a special interest for horse riders.

Interesting to note that it's probably the export / European version? The same watch in Russian catalogues / literature hasn't seconds subdial, with a "Pavel Buhre" Cyrillic signature on it's place.


Pavel Buhre was probably the most reputable company on Imperial Russian market, supplier to Imperial Court since 1899 and manufacturer of the most of gift / award watches from Imperial Family.



Condition
The movement is in rare immaculate condition, the gilt is unscratched, and the screws looks like never touched by screwdriver.
The watch functions, as well as chronograph.
Case is in excellent condition, with some patina and cleaning marks.
Dial is in excellent condition without visible damages.

Rare watch in very good condition.