Minerva 'Jumbo' Chronograph

Founded in 1858 in Villeret, Minerva built its reputation not on marketing spectacle, but on mechanical purity. Named after the Roman goddess of wisdom and craft, the maison became synonymous with chronographs — particularly in the first half of the 20th century, when precision timing was essential in motorsport and military applications.

By the 1920s and ’30s, Minerva had developed a series of in-house chronograph calibres — most famously the 13-20 and 20CH — that are still spoken of in reverent tones today. Column-wheel architecture, elegant bridges, hand-finished components, and a quiet confidence in design defined the brand’s output. Oversized cases, crisp Arabic dials, and purposeful pushers weren’t stylistic gestures; they were tools for serious timing.

What sets Minerva apart is restraint. There was never flash for the sake of flash. The movements were the message. Even today, vintage Minerva chronographs are less about logo recognition and more about connoisseurship — the kind of watches collectors lean in to inspect.

In a world increasingly driven by scale, Minerva represents something rarer: independence of spirit, mechanical intelligence, and a belief that true luxury lies in how something is made, not how loudly it announces itself.

Our Pledge

Analog:Shift stands behind the authenticity of our products in perpetuity.

Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a two-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

International Buyers

Please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.

All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.