What We Fancy

As you can see, the dial of the Chronomat is very busy. But it tells a lot about this moels brilliant history. The integrated sliding rule you see here was patented (no. 217012), as seen on the dial in 1942. This innovation not only performs as a tachometer and pulsometer but also allows the wearer to compute operations such as division and multiplication. The Chronomat can be considered the smartwatch of its time. The model also is the predecessor to the more well-known Navitimer, a model that would take the brand to the next level in the decades to follow. This particular example is in stunning all original condition and features a more rare and desirable black dial.

Brand: Breitling

Model: Chronomat reference 769

Case: 36mm wide (excluding crown), 42mm tall, 12.5mm thick, all stainless steel, original pump pushers, snap-on case back, original unsigned crown, domed crystal, drilled lugs, serial 527xxx

Movement: Venus caliber 175, manual winding, recently serviced

Bracelet/ Strap: Espresso Brown Smooth Calfskin (MSRP: $65), 18mm lug width

Features: Inner black outer white matte dial, white stick handset, white Arabic numerals, tachymeter/ telemetry scales, 45-minute counting chronograph, domed crystal, original square pushers/ unsigned crown, snap-on case back, circa the early 1940s

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In overall very good original condition. The dial is good with some expected aging, especially towards the outside but in overall good condition. considering the age. The case is great with no major scratches or dents and no signs of any overpolishing. The original brushed sides and sharp edges are still present. The Venus movement has been recently serviced and keeps excellent time when tested. The chronograph works well and snaps back as it should.

Backed by our one-year repair warranty.