Breitling - Chronomat - 81.950 - Men - 1980-1989
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Over 25 years' watch expertise and nearly 20 years as a goldsmith business owner.
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Breitling Chronomat Ref. 81.950 from the 1980s, with an automatic chronograph movement (Breitling Caliber 13, based on Valjoux 7750) in a stainless steel case with gold-tone details, 39 mm diameter,Roúleaux steel bracelet, in very good condition with minor signs of wear and no original box or papers.
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Breitling Chronomat Ref. 81.950 – The Cult Aviation Icon with the "Rouleaux" Bracelet
From Italian Pilots to Wrists
In the midst of the quartz crisis of the 1980s, Breitling designed a special mechanical watch for the pilots of the Italian Air Force's aerobatic squadron, "Frecce Tricolori." The raised bezel lugs (rider tabs), developed for use even with gloves, became the model's signature. This Ref. 81.950 is that legendary first-generation modern Chronomat series that propelled Breitling to the pinnacle of luxury watchmaking. With its iconic "Rouleaux" (Bullet) bracelet featuring cylindrical links that elevate aviation aesthetics, it is a timeless investment highly sought after by collectors today.
* Brand / Model: Breitling Chronomat
* Reference Number: 81.950
* Production Period: 1984 - 1990
* Movement: Automatic Chronograph, Valjoux 7750 based (Breitling Caliber 13)
* Case Material: Stainless Steel, Gold Tone Details (Two-Tone)
* Case Diameter: ~39 mm (excluding crown)
* Dial: White/cream dial with triple sub-dial layout, date window at 3 o'clock
* Bezel: Unidirectional rotating aviation bezel with 4 gold "Rider Tab" details
* Glass: Sapphire Crystal
* Bracelet: Genuine Steel/ "Rouleaux" (Bullet/Roller) Strap
* Bracelet size: 18/18.5
* Box and invoice not available
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Breitling Chronomat Ref. 81.950 – The Cult Aviation Icon with the "Rouleaux" Bracelet
From Italian Pilots to Wrists
In the midst of the quartz crisis of the 1980s, Breitling designed a special mechanical watch for the pilots of the Italian Air Force's aerobatic squadron, "Frecce Tricolori." The raised bezel lugs (rider tabs), developed for use even with gloves, became the model's signature. This Ref. 81.950 is that legendary first-generation modern Chronomat series that propelled Breitling to the pinnacle of luxury watchmaking. With its iconic "Rouleaux" (Bullet) bracelet featuring cylindrical links that elevate aviation aesthetics, it is a timeless investment highly sought after by collectors today.
* Brand / Model: Breitling Chronomat
* Reference Number: 81.950
* Production Period: 1984 - 1990
* Movement: Automatic Chronograph, Valjoux 7750 based (Breitling Caliber 13)
* Case Material: Stainless Steel, Gold Tone Details (Two-Tone)
* Case Diameter: ~39 mm (excluding crown)
* Dial: White/cream dial with triple sub-dial layout, date window at 3 o'clock
* Bezel: Unidirectional rotating aviation bezel with 4 gold "Rider Tab" details
* Glass: Sapphire Crystal
* Bracelet: Genuine Steel/ "Rouleaux" (Bullet/Roller) Strap
* Bracelet size: 18/18.5
* Box and invoice not available
Your shipment will be sent safely and quickly by FedEx, DHL or UPS.
Shipping from Europe is available upon request for an extra charge
Details
Brand
Breitling
Gender
Men
Model
Chronomat
Reference number
81.950
Band material
Steel
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
1980-1989
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Automatic
Case material
Gold/Steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
39 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
