Breitling
Reference A40035/B245 Premier | A stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1998
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December 10, 09:42 PM GMT
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description
Dial: black
Caliber: cal. 40 automatic, 21 jewels
Case: stainless steel, snap on case back
Case number: 2'282
Closure: stainless steel Breitling bracelet with folding clasp
Size: 37 mm diameter, bracelet circumference is approximately 200 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Breitling presentation box with outer packaging, International Warranty booklet (punched, undated), Operating Instructions booklet, booklet sleeve, booklets, and hangtags
In the 1940s, Breitling sought to create a more refined alternative to its robust pilot’s watches. The result was the Premier, introduced in 1943 as the brand’s first elegant and stylish chronograph. Over the years, the Premier was offered in a wide variety of configurations, crafted in steel, gold, and even chrome, featuring an array of distinctive dial designs.
The present example is housed in durable stainless steel and showcases a refined dial that reflects the sophistication Breitling aimed to capture with this pioneering model. A testament to the brand’s versatility, it remains a timeless blend of technical precision and classic elegance.