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Breitling

Ref. 766

Duograph

An extremely rare, charismatic, and large pink gold split second chronograph wristwatch with tachometer scale

估價
CHF24,000 - 30,000
CHF42,500
拍品詳情
製造商
Breitling
年份
1945
型號
766
錶殼號碼
544'776
型號名稱
Duograph
材料
18k pink gold
機芯
Manual, cal. 179, 17 jewels
錶帶/ 錶鏈
Leather
錶扣
Gilt buckle
尺寸
37.5mm Diameter
簽名
Case, dial and movement signed
圖錄文章
"Duograph" was the name of Breitling’s family of split seconds chronographs produced in the 1940s and 1950s.

Available in stainless steel, yellow gold and pink gold, the present version, cased in 18k pink gold, has a substantial diameter of nearly 38 mm and must be considered the top-of-the-line version.

The silvered dial is extraordinarily well preserved and appears to be free of any restoration or other signs of ageing.

The case was probably never polished since new, retaining superbly defined bevels and the original satin-finish throughout. The bezel is, quite amazingly, featuring one surface completely mirrored-polished and the lower level with concentric satin brushes. The crystal, with some internal crackling, is most likely the original one dating from the 1940’s.

We can hardly remember seeing on the market a more original and crisper example of Breitling’s legendary split seconds model.

Breitling

Swiss | 1884
The firm started by Leon Breitling in 1884 is best known for its technical aviation and oceanic watches. Today, all models are outfitted with certified chronometer movements, used for accurate timing. Early aviation pioneers in specialized chronograph timepieces, Breitling introduced the circular slide rule to watches in the 1940s for use by pilots. The firm’s most iconic chronograph, the Navitimer, was introduced in 1954 and continues to be manufactured today. Another key model is the Duograph, a split-seconds chronograph that was Breitling's most prestigious wristwatch during the 1940s through '60s. Their watches are built on their reputation for precision and sturdiness.
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