"There has never been anyone in a plane's cockpit without a Breitling Navitimer on his wrist -- or who would at least wished to have one." - Musings of an aviation journalist

When the aircraft owners and pilots needed a timepiece that would better serve their needs in the cockpit, they called upon Breitling, the renowned manufacturer of technical watches, who rose to the occasion by creating the Navitimer, one of the most advanced aviation timepieces of its day.

Its rotating bezel functioned as a slide rule. Used as a navigational computer, it gave pilots the ability to calculate remaining distances, fuel consumption, and other critical flight equations with ease.

Today's offering showcases this wonderful second generation Navitimer with stunning original panda dial. Its large case has a so-called "tropical" construction, an 18K gold plated case top with stainless steel back.

We were fortunate to acquire it in such pleasing condition. Its dial retains a strong black color with very little fading over the years. It is untouched and mint. Its case presents in beautiful condition with only light signs of previous polishing. The top plating looks like it has previously been redone.

Its Breitling Venus 178 movement is very clean.

A Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).

After more than half a century it keeps perfect time on par with a brand new Breitling chronometer in our testing position.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new very high quality crocodile strap with so called soft "Cartier" lining making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Accompanying it is a Breitling service box and polishing cloth.

Like always, included with the purchase is a full one-year international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance.

Breitling:
Since its founding in 1884, the Breitling firm has been known for working tirelessly to define what the perfect watch should be. Embraced by pilots since the dawning of aeronautics, Breitling watches are the only ones that grace the wrists of the world's elite aerobatic groups, namely the Blue Angels, the Thunderbirds, The British Red Arrows, and the Russian Knights.

• Manufacturer: Breitling
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 1,145,762
• Year built: 1967
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Chronograph, Slide Rule, Subsidiary Seconds
• Model: Ref. 806 Navitimer, so-called 2nd Generation
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Gold plated and stainless steel
• Case markings (inside): Breitling Watch Ltd., Swiss
• Case markings (outside): Breitling, stainless steel back, 806, 1,145,762
• Case condition: Present as beautiful condition. Light signs of previous polishing. Top looks like the plating has been previously redone. One pin prick spot of wear through on the underside of a lug. The stamping on the back is clearer than the photos suggest.
• Dial: Original finish, signed Breitling Navitimer with "double plane" logo, black with Arabic numerals, subsidiary dials for the seconds, the 12-hour and 30-minute registers, outer telemeter and slide-rule graduations, original and untouched, mint condition
• Dimensions: 40mm wide (without crown), 47mm lugs tip-to-tip
• Hands: Original, luminous batons, beautiful condition
• Movement markings: Breitling Watch Co., 17 Jewels, Swiss
• Movement type: Cal. 178, copper-colored, 17 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self compensating flat balance spring
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Band: Very high quality, hand-made in the U.S.A., fully stitched for greater durability, padded for comfort, soft so-called "Cartier" lining, brand new and unused
• Band condition: Brand new, unused
• Width between lugs: 22mm
• Crystal type: Acrylic, appears original or vintage, correct design to give a clear view of the slide rule, excellent condition
• Service: A Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).
• Timing: Timed on a state-of-the-art computerized system. After more than half a century it keeps perfect time on par with a brand new Breitling chronometer in our testing position. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. international warranty.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Breitling zippered service box and polishing cloth; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide