Wholesale Le Chasseur Français advertising pocket watch – embossed hunting scene – quartz – chain and carabiner

Since 1885, Le Chasseur Français has accompanied lovers of hunting, fishing and rural life. One of the oldest French magazines still in publication, it has always maintained a strong connection with its readers, even offering them objects bearing its emblem. This pocket watch is one of them: a promotional item produced by the magazine, intended for its subscribers or offered in the shop, in the grand tradition of French press gifts. The front cover tells a story. In high relief, a pointing dog in full stride crosses a dense undergrowth, foliage and branches carefully engraved around it. The back cover bears a floral and hunting-themed decoration engraved in intaglio, more discreet, like a signature. The round silvered metal case opens to a white dial with black Arabic numerals, with the words Le Chasseur Français and Quartz written in full. Suspension ring adorned with scrollwork, silver curb chain with swivel lobster clasp. Battery to be replaced. Bright silvered metal, decoration intact, very good condition. For enthusiasts of hunting, antique press and vintage advertising items, this is a rare piece that deserves a place in a collection.