Breitling Chrono-matic Vintage

Breitling Chrono-matic Vintage

Rare & Collector Vintage Watch

Case: 48 mm, stainless steel, never polished

Dial: The dial  is original, and the hands are original, the highlights of this watch.

 Panda & Reverse Panda Configurations – Classic black-and-white contrast for optimal legibility.
Tachymeter and Pulsometer Scales – Designed for racing and aviation professionals.
Subdials at 3-6-9 or 3-6 Layout – Typical chronograph functions for elapsed time measurement.
Bold Hands with Lume Filling – Ensuring readability in low light.

Condition: Overall great condition for this nicely aged watchThe

Breitling Chrono-Matic is an iconic vintage chronograph, notable for being one of the first automatic chronographs ever produced. Launched in 1969, it was part of a groundbreaking collaboration between Breitling, Heuer, Buren, and Dubois Dépraz, which led to the creation of the Caliber 11 – one of the world’s first automatic chronograph movements.

Historical Significance:

One of the First Automatic Chronographs (1969) – Competing with the Zenith El Primero and the Seiko 6139.
Popular with Pilots & Motorsports Enthusiasts – Thanks to its robust chronograph features.
Distinctive Left-Hand Crown Placement – A rare and collectible design element.

Why Is It Special?
✔ Pioneering Automatic Chronograph Movement – A milestone in horology.
✔ Distinctive Left-Side Crown – Unique and historically significant.
✔ Classic Breitling Aviation & Motorsport Heritage – Built for performance.
✔ Strong Collector Interest – Increasingly rare in excellent condition.