Superb Original Highly Collectible Gents Accurist Grand Prix MS645 Chronograph Water Resistant (100m) Wrist Watch.
Please browse all 12 sets of photographs attached for details, size, weight and condition as they are self explanatory. Marvellous watching and in excellent condition.
This is a top of the range original Accurist watch and one of the very first of this model to have ever been manufactured by Accurist. It has been extremely well maintained since original purchase many years ago and has hardly been used and the glass is completely scratch free with only very minor wear marks to the back of the steel case where the watch details are engraved. In fact, I would go as far as saying, if you are looking for an original one of these watches then you’d be very hard pressed to find many in better condition.
The watch has recently been serviced and it has been fitted with a brand new battery and a brand new high quality leather strap.
Accurist Watches Ltd is an English watch manufacturer with headquarters in Leicestershire, UK. They have a long tradition of making watches of exceptional quality and style for over 70 years.
Product specifications:
Brand Name: Accurist
Model: MS645
Water Resistance: 100m (10ATM)
Item Shape: Round
Type: Mineral
Display: Chronograph + 3 Sub dials
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: 45mm
Case Thickness: 12mm
Dial: Round with 3 Sub-Dials
Strap: Leather
Strap Width: 25 millimetres
Band Colour: Black
Dial Colour: Black
Movement: Japan Quartz 12R09
ASIN: B0055N5EU8 - SR621SW
Further Information:
This Accurist Grand Prix men's chronograph watch features a distinct black dial with white sub-dials and a stainless steel case. The watch pictured is the Accurist Grand Prix Collection Chronograph (Model MS645B).
The Watch Design & Features:
Introduced in the 2010s, this specific sports chronograph model was designed to mirror racing instruments.
The Dial: Features a distinctive dashboard aesthetic with semi-circular cutouts showcasing rotating custom sub-dial discs rather than traditional hands. The disc at 3 o'clock monitors 24-hour time, while the 9 o'clock disc serves as the chronograph minute counter.
The Mechanics: It is built with a reliable Miyota Calibre JS24 quartz movement housed within a 43mm–45mm stainless steel case.
The Style: Outfitted with a black count-up tachymeter bezel, a prominent red central second hand, and paired natively with a black leather racing strap (originally featuring red contrast stitching and a red underside).
History of the Accurist Brand:
To fully understand the background of this piece, its story is tied directly to the history of its manufacturer Accurist with 1946 Foundations.
The company was established in London’s historic watchmaking district of Clerkenwell by Asher and Rebecca Loftus. Their goal was to introduce high-quality timepieces that balanced luxury British design with accessible value.
The Accurist Name: The title is a clever blend of the words "Accurate" and "Wrist".
Mid-Century Milestones: Through the 1960s and 1970s, the brand grew into a British cultural icon. They became famous for high-profile sponsorships—supplying watches to Concorde pilots, providing the official timing for the Greenwich Royal Observatory, and creating legendary television ads starring comedy icon John Cleese.
The Modern Era: Originally drawing on Swiss components, Accurist shifted its production to high-grade Japanese quartz movements during the 1980s. The brand was acquired by Time Products Ltd in 2014 and underwent a major brand-wide design revitalisation in 2022 to realign modern collections with their archival 1970s heritage.
Because this Grand Prix MS645 model predates the recent catalog overhaul, it remains a sought-after collector's piece for enthusiasts who appreciate unique, automotive-inspired dashboard styling.