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Vintage Breitling Chronomat Ref. 81950 – Valjoux 7750 – Champagne Dial – Sapphire Crystal – Circa 1988

Overview:
Offered here is a stunning and highly collectible example of the Breitling Chronomat Ref. 81950, produced during the late-1980s. This reference marked a pivotal moment in Breitling’s history, as it helped relaunch the brand’s mechanical chronograph legacy following the quartz crisis.

This particular watch features a stainless steel case, a beautifully aged champagne dial with original golden subdials, gold-plated chronograph pushers, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal – a rare feature for its time. The watch is paired with a high-quality leather strap and an original Breitling-signed buckle, preserving its authentic character.
Technical Specifications:

Brand: Breitling
Model: Chronomat
Reference Number: 81950
Movement:
Automatic chronograph
Breitling Caliber 7750, based on the Valjoux 7750
25 jewels, date complication, 
Case Material: Stainless steel
Case Diameter: 40 mm (excluding crown)
case diameter including crown 
lug to lug: 45 mm 
Lug Width: 20 mm
Thickness: Approx. 14.5 mm
Dial:
Original champagne dial
Three gold-tone subdials: chronograph minutes, hours, and running seconds
Applied hour markers
Breitling logo at 3 o’clock
Crystal: Sapphire – excellent clarity and scratch resistance
Crown & Pushers:
Screw-down crown
Gold-plated chronograph pushers – excellent condition
Strap:
High-quality leather strap
Fitted with original Breitling-signed buckle
Condition:

Very good vintage condition
The stainless steel case retains sharp edges with minimal signs of wear
Original champagne dial is clean and well-preserved
Chronograph functions operate smoothly; movement is in excellent working order
Sapphire crystal is clear and scratch-free
Dating:
This model dates to approximately 1985–1987, based on the reference number, movement, and design features. It belongs to the first generation of Chronomat models after Breitling’s relaunch under Ernest Schneider.


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Breitling - Chronomat - 81950 - Men - 1980-1989 

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