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Breitling Watches

For pilots and others in love with flight, no brand is more closely associated with the world of aviation than Breitling. From the beginning, watchmaker Léon Breitling, who opened his shop in the Swiss Jura Mountains in 1884, was focused on chronographs and their uses in the burgeoning fields of sports, science and industry.

After Léon’s death, in 1914, his son Gaston continued along his father’s trajectory. An early fan of aeronautics, Gaston introduced one of the first wrist-worn chronographs, a welcome upgrade for pilots used to executing complex maneuvers while juggling a pocket watch.

In 1934, Gaston’s son Willy made another leap in the chronograph’s evolution, patenting the first wristwatch with two pushers — one to start and stop elapsed time and one to reset — a feature now taken for granted.

But perhaps the most significant development under Willy’s leadership was the Chronomat watch. Introduced in 1942, it featured a patented rotating slide-rule bezel for making calculations on the fly. This innovation led to the 1952 creation of the brand’s signature timepiece: the Breitling Navitimer.

Designed in partnership with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, it was adopted as the official watch of the AOPA in 1959 and remains the world’s most iconic pilot’s watch. Not content to rule just the air, Breitling developed dive watches as well, including the Superocean, released in 1957, and the Transocean, which followed in 1958. The house also took its show on the road, producing dashboard clocks and then watches in partnership with luxury automaker Bentley.

The Navitimer, however, still reigns supreme among pilots everywhere. Given the stature earned by Top Gun since its release — as well as the excitement around Top Gun: Maverick — it's never too late to pick up a vintage Breitling Top Gun Navitimer, displaying the official logo of the United States Navy Fighter Weapons School, for yourself or your favorite wingman.

Find a range of Breitling watches on 1stDibs.

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Period: 1960s
Creator: Breitling
Breitling Navitimer Wristwatch Ref 806, 41mm Case, New Strap, Early Example 1967
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage Breitling Navitimer reference 806 features a 41mm stainless steel case and a manually wound Venus 178 movement. An early Navitimer, this example has a wonderfully dial and bezel insert, the twin planes dial has coeval tritium indices and hands, the second counter is a replacement red, which sits perfectly with this watch, offering a sporting and contemporary touch. A new quality leather strap has also been fitted with generic tang buckle. We date this Navitimer 806...
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1960s Vintage Breitling Watches

Breitling Top Time Wristwatch ref 2000-33. Heavy Gold Capped Case, Year c 1967.
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and very rare Breitling Top Time, reference 2000-33, features a heavy gold capped case (36mm exc crown) and notably a black/ silver dial with red chrono hand (aka the rev...
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1960s Vintage Breitling Watches

Breitling UTI Toptime Chronograph 17765-5 Watch Only
By Breitling
Located in London, GB
Back in the mid 50s collaborations between the French watch manufacturer UTI (1906-1984) and other major watch brands were established which allowed UTI to launch onto the market wat...
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1960s Vintage Breitling Watches

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Breitling Chronomat ref 808 Wristwatch, 175 Manually Movement, Circa 1962.
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and rare Breitling Chronomat reference 808 features a 39mm case and white dial, powered by a venus 175 manually wound movement, and rotating bezel. The chronograph second...
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1960s Vintage Breitling Watches

Breitling Navitimer 806 Wristwatch. Original Bead Rotating Bezel. Dated 1960
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our very rare early Breitling Navitimer reference 806 features an attractive all black dial with gold AOPA and cursive B above Breitling Geneve and original bead rotating bezel. This 806 is powered by a Venus 178 17 jewel movement. Presented in good condition for its age, with signs of use overall, and the date of manufacture we date to 1960 given the 93 **** serial number. This example is fitted to a later Breitling leather...
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1960s Vintage Breitling Watches

Breitling Navitimer Gold-Plated Chronograph Watch 806 with Box and Papers
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Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage Gold-Plated Breitling Navitimer Chronograph Watch 806 w/ Box and Papers Model: Navitimer Model #806 Gold-Plated Round Case 40 mm in Diameter (43 mm w/ Crown) Lug-to-Lug Dista...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Breitling Watches

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Gold Plate

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Breitling watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Breitling watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using steel. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Breitling jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Breitling diamond watches, from our inventory of 48, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 357 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider watches by TAG Heuer, Panerai, and Audemars Piguet. Prices for Breitling watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $165 and tops out at $48,500, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $5,400.
Questions About Breitling Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Bentley does not make Breitling watches. However, the luxury automaker has collaborated with the Swiss watchmaker to produce timepieces in the past. You can find a range of Breitling watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Breitling watches are so special due to their precise timekeeping, and this precision is why no brand is more closely associated with the world of aviation than Breitling. Since the founding of the watchmaker in 1884, Breitling has developed innovations to make its watches more accurate and easy for pilots to use. An example is the Chronomat watch. Introduced in 1942, it featured a patented rotating slide-rule bezel for making calculations on the fly. This innovation led to the 1952 creation of the brand’s signature timepiece: the Breitling Navitimer. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association adopted the Navitimer as its official watch in 1959, and it remains the world’s most iconic pilot’s watch to this day. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Breitling watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Breitling's streamlined and minimalistic Colt watch is a good watch for everyday. Though it's not considered a luxury watch, it is a great option for anyone interested in a functional sports watch.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    No, Breitling doesn’t use natural diamonds in their watches as of the fall of 2022. At that time, the luxury watchmaker switched from gemstones sourced from nature to artisanal laboratory-made diamonds. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Breitling watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    As the name suggests, the Breitling Emergency watch has an integrated antenna system and is used in emergency situations. When the beacon is activated, the watch broadcasts a distress signal of approximately 100 miles and remains operational for 48 hours unless turned off. Find a wide range of vintage Breitling watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, many people consider Breitling watches to be luxury. Breitling is associated with quality workmanship and luxe materials all over the world, and the price of its timepieces at retail reflect that reputation. From the beginning, watchmaker Léon Breitling, who opened his shop in the Swiss Jura Mountains in 1884, was focused on chronographs and their uses in the burgeoning fields of sports, science and industry. Shop a collection of Breitling watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, anyone can buy Breitling’s Emergency watch. This watch is one of Brietling’s masterpieces and includes an internal locator beacon which can send a distress signal to local emergency services. Shop a collection of properly vetted Breitling watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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