The Peseux 172 watch movement was in use from 1958 to 1967. In 1964, the movement underwent a change from a fixed stud carrier to a mobile stud carrier. It features an indirectly driven minute mechanism, which allows for a large balance and low profile. The movement is considered to be manual wind and includes the function of sweep seconds. Overall, the Peseux 172 movement is a mechanical movement used during the specified period with the mentioned functions.