Breitling
Reference H42035/B410 Premier | A pink gold automatic chronograph wristwatch with date, Circa 1998
No reserve
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December 10, 09:41 PM GMT
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
Dial: black
Caliber: automatic, jeweled
Case: 18k pink gold, snap on case back
Case number: 0'035
Closure: 18k pink gold Breitling buckle
Size: 36.5 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Breitling presentation box with outer packaging, International Warranty booklet (punched, undated), Chronometer Certificate dated April 30th, 1998, COSC paper dated April 30th, 1998, booklets, and hangtag
In the early 1940s, Breitling rose to prominence by supplying precision aviation instruments to the Allied forces through its renowned Huit Aviation department. But as World War II drew to a close, Willy Breitling recognized a shift in demand, toward chronographs that embodied elegance, optimism, and post-war sophistication. His answer was the Premier collection, launched in 1943.
Named after the French word for “first,” the Premier set a new benchmark in watchmaking. It marked a transition for the chronograph, moving it beyond the cockpit and into civilian life, combining technical prowess with refined aesthetics, luxurious materials, and advanced calibers. The Premier line continues to embody this legacy, uniting timeless design with modern craftsmanship.
The present example features a rich black dial that contrasts beautifully with a polished pink gold case and stylized Arabic numerals. It is a testament to Breitling’s ability to transform a tool watch into a statement of classic elegance.