The Breitling Navitimer Premier is a rather unusual and seldom-seen model from the late 1990s, taking its inspiration from the elegant chronographs produced by Breitling during the 1940s.
Produced for only a short period between 1998 and 1999, the Premier is quite different from the larger, more familiar Navitimer models. Its beautifully proportioned 36.7mm stainless steel case, traditional chronograph layout and understated styling give it a distinctly vintage character.
There were two versions of the Premier. Most had a date and the scarcer ones like this had no date.
Inside is Breitling's automatic calibre 40, offering a three-register chronograph and approximately 42 hours of power reserve. The relatively modest case dimensions make this a particularly comfortable and wearable watch, especially for those who appreciate the proportions of earlier chronographs.
This example was originally supplied on 3 January 1999 and is offered as a Full Set with its original Breitling box and paperwork.
Unworn since a Breitling service, the service papers are also included.
An interesting and increasingly difficult-to-find Breitling that deserves rather more attention than it receives.
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