Why This Watch Matters You could easily nickname this Breitling TransOcean "Big Blue" because of its bright blue accents throughout (including the lume). Add some bright orange chronograph hands and a chunky case, and you have a look that you won’t find anywhere else. The Full Story The Breilting TransOcean is undoubtedly from the 1970s. In no other period would designers have dared to marry dark blue and bright orange hand-sets. Yet in this large case it works perfectly, creating a legible dial with chronograph indication and multiple scales. When you add a date window and an unusual layout with the running seconds in the sub-register at 6 o’clock, you realize that this Breitling is a pretty special piece. The Fine Print Maker: BreitlingModel: TransOceanReference: 7102Year: 1970sCase No: 1382XXXMaterial: Stainless steelDimensions: 42 mm diameter; 13 mm thicknessSapphire Crystal: NoLume: Yes, tritiumCaliber: Manual-winding chronograph movement Valjoux 7740Bracelet/Strap: Original stainless-steel braceletLug Width: n.a.Box/Papers: No What we Love and What You Should Know The blue dial has almost no imperfections, with no spotting or blemishes. The same holds true for the original hand-set with with glorious blue and orange colors. The sizable case is still sharp, with well-marked bevels. The integrated bracelet is tight, with light scratches on some links, as can be expected from wear. Overall, this is a very cool piece in great condition.
