1940s Breitling Premier Chronograph Reference 787

Why This Watch Matters We love this Breitling Premier reference 787 for its perfect proportions and unusual mirrored numeral font. We wish we could find a special vintage Breitling like this more often. The Full Story This Breitling Premier is a fantastic example of everything the brand was doing right in the 1940s. The case is perfectly proportioned with its brushed case bands and the slightly downturned lugs. The dial is also incredible on this 787, with a silvery-grey sheen and triple register layout. The most attractive part about this watch, in our humble opinion, is the unusual font used for the Arabic numerals. Furthermore, this watch is powered by the truster Venus 178 chronograph movement. The Fine Print Maker: BreitlingModel: Premier chronographReference: 787Year: Circa 1945Case No: 592640Material: Stainless steelDimensions: 35 mm diameter; 12 mm thicknessSapphire Crystal: No, plexiglassLume: NoCaliber: Manual-winding caliber Venus 178Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Unlined Natural Shell Cordovan Strap Lug Width: 18 mmBox/Papers: No What we Love and What You Should Know This watch is in fantastic condition with minimal scratches to the case and little sign of wear. The dial is equally gorgeous with slight patina throughout; there is a small discolored spot on the the 60-seconds register. The chronograph buttons are still crisp and function well. Show more