A distinctive chronograph that combines classic Swiss watchmaking with a sporty, robust aesthetic, the Favre Leuba Sea Sky Chronograph ref. 33033 was launched in the 1960s following Favre Leuba’s attempt to capture the adventurous spirit that had taken grip of that era of watchmaking. Launched during Favre Leuba’s heydays, the Sea Sky features a substaintial, for the time, stainless steel case that is 39mm in diameter and features a rotating countdown timing bezel that emphasizes its sporty design roots. The black dial layout features three silver sub-dials and large pointed luminous hands, which bring both functionality and balance to the display. Powered by a reliable Valjoux cal. 72 manual-wind movement, the ref. 33033 delivers dependable chronograph performance along with its vintage appeal, and durable construction, that has all combined to embody Favre Leuba's legacy and the bygone era of adventurous watchmaking that the Sea-Sky was created during.

The watch is in overall very good condition. The stainless steel case remains well defined, with scratches and nicks expected for a watch of this vintage. The case back shows wear but retains a clearly defined engraving and serial number. The bezel is well preserved, while the acrylic insert shows some delamination. The dial displays signs of aging with darkened lume plots, and the subdials show noticeable discoloration. The lume in the hour and minute hands is partially missing. The acrylic crystal has some visible scuffs. The watch is fitted with a leather strap and comes with a spare strap, both in very good condition. Please note that the watch ticks at time of cataloging, but timekeeping is poor and a service is recommended. The chronograph starts stops and resets but has not been fully tested.

Embodying the vintage aesthetic that so many collectors are drawn to, the Sea-Sky represents a bygone era of watchmaking when these watches were relied on as crucial tools of the trade, and so they were built with that in mind.