104th Auction

2021/5/22

Lot 52

Breitling
Navitimer Chrono-Matic

A gold pilot's chronograph wristwatch with sliderule function via bidirectional rotating bezel

Sold

estimated
4.8006.500 €
Price realized
6.000 €
specific features
Case
18k gold, push back, crown on the left.
Dial
Black.
Movement
Automatic.
Case no.1432640
Ref.8806
Cal.12
Diam.40 mm
Circa1974
Ctry.Swiss


This is the rare 18k gold version of the charismatic pilot's chronograph reference 8806. The black dial is almost immaculate, with two silvered subsidiary dials that show slight signs of use appropriate to the age of the watch – a fine timepiece with a sportive yet elegant appeal.