Breitling - Genève - 1199 - Men - 1950
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Selected by Joaquín Fernández Cebrián
Over 25 years' watch expertise and nearly 20 years as a goldsmith business owner.
Estimate € 1,500 - € 1,700
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Breitling Genève Ref. 1199, circa 1950s, handwound movement, 34 mm chromed and stainless steel case with white dial, non-original leather strap of long length, in very good condition with light signs of wear.
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Description from the seller
Offered is a beautiful vintage Breitling Genève, reference 1199, dating to approximately the 1950s. A classic example of post-war Breitling dress watches, featuring elegant proportions and timeless design.
The watch has a 34 mm case (excluding crown), making it a well-balanced vintage size that wears comfortably on most wrists.
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Condition
Considering its age (around 70+ years), the watch is in very good condition.
• Case: Very good vintage condition with honest signs of age
• Dial: Well-preserved with attractive vintage character
• Movement: Handwound movement in very good condition, functioning properly and keeping time well
• Strap & buckle: Not original
The watch has been well maintained and remains fully functional.
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Specifications
• Brand: Breitling
• Model: Geneva
• Reference: 1199
• Year: Circa 1950
• Movement: Handwound mechanical
• Case Diameter: 34 mm
• Case Material: Chromed and stainless steel
• Crystal: Acrylic (period correct style)
• Strap & Buckle: Non-original
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Included
Watch only
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Summary
A charming and increasingly hard-to-find 1950s Breitling Genève Ref. 1199, offering classic mid-century design and authentic vintage appeal. A wonderful piece for collectors of early Breitling dress watches or anyone seeking an elegant handwound timepiece with history.
Offered is a beautiful vintage Breitling Genève, reference 1199, dating to approximately the 1950s. A classic example of post-war Breitling dress watches, featuring elegant proportions and timeless design.
The watch has a 34 mm case (excluding crown), making it a well-balanced vintage size that wears comfortably on most wrists.
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Condition
Considering its age (around 70+ years), the watch is in very good condition.
• Case: Very good vintage condition with honest signs of age
• Dial: Well-preserved with attractive vintage character
• Movement: Handwound movement in very good condition, functioning properly and keeping time well
• Strap & buckle: Not original
The watch has been well maintained and remains fully functional.
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Specifications
• Brand: Breitling
• Model: Geneva
• Reference: 1199
• Year: Circa 1950
• Movement: Handwound mechanical
• Case Diameter: 34 mm
• Case Material: Chromed and stainless steel
• Crystal: Acrylic (period correct style)
• Strap & Buckle: Non-original
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Included
Watch only
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Summary
A charming and increasingly hard-to-find 1950s Breitling Genève Ref. 1199, offering classic mid-century design and authentic vintage appeal. A wonderful piece for collectors of early Breitling dress watches or anyone seeking an elegant handwound timepiece with history.
Details
Brand
Breitling
Gender
Men
Model
Genève
Reference Number
1199
Band material
Leather
Shipped Insured
Yes
Band length
Long (over 200 mm)
Period
1950-1959
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Manual winding
Dial colour
White
Case material
Chromed, Steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Original warranty included
No
Case diameter
34 mm
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Year
1950
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