BREITLING GMT Ref. 812 Chronograph - 1969

Brand: Breitling  
Year: 1969
Model: GMT
Reference: 812
Serialnumber: 12XXXXX
Material: stainless steel
Inlay: perfect condition PVD
Movement: automatic, Valjoux 724
Case diameter without crown: 48 mm
Bracelet/Strap: original Breitling stainless steel bracelet
Servicehistory: unknown, running perfect, all functions are in working order
What you should know: outstanding original condition, rare GMT chronograph from 1969
 
BREITLING GMT Ref. 812 Chronograph - 1969
 
One characterful pilot! Here we have Breitling GMT Chronograph Ref. 812, a wonderful example of GMT chronograph by Breitling which was a bit ahead of its time. Breitling have produced beautiful mechanical chronographs in the 60s and 70s and the Ref. 812 is surely one of the most odd and futuristic out there. The 47.5mm oversized pilot was intended to steal some limelight from the increasingly popular GMT-Master. The model utilized a Valjoux 72, plexi crystal, inner rotation two-tone bezel, lime GMT hand, and fluo-orange accents. The result is a practical GMT chronograph which can be observed from space. This Breitling GMT Ref. 812 chronograph is a a rare and in this condition absolute unique timepiece. It’s a true WRISTCLASSIC with perfect proportions, timeless styling, and a great reference to aviation. This is the real deal, everything you would want in a vintage chronograph.
 
Why buy a vintage watch?
 
There are many great reasons to buy a vintage watch. Every watch we sell here at WRISTCLASSICS has its own story. Over the years, with every scratch, dent and aging of the dial, they have become unique timepieces of their own. This exact watch you are looking at now, once brought a lot of joy to the first owner with the purchase years ago. And now many years later this vintage watch will bring the same joy to your life. With buying a vintage watch you are showing your commitment to protecting the enviroment, instead of supporting the mass production of modern fashion watches.
 
I hope this helps you with your decision of buying a vintage watch here at WRISTCLASSICS.