{"title":"BREITLING","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Breitling watches selected at our Omotesando store in Tokyo, with a focus on 18k gold pieces of the 1950s and 1960s such as the Navitimer, Transocean and Bidynator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery watch is checked before sale and ships worldwide, fully insured with tracking. You are also welcome to see the watches in person at our Omotesando store in Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"breitling-18k-bidnator-1955s","title":"BREITLING 18K BIDNATOR 1955s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eThe piece presented here dates to around 1950 and features the Caliber 1560, a movement that would become the basis for the later 1560 series. This rare Breitling example showcases the distinctive Bidynator rotor system. Even details such as the arrow marking for rotor removal remain visible. The L-shaped click construction delivers an impressive 44-hour power reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eEncased in a 35mm solid 18k gold case weighing approximately 48 grams, the watch has a substantial presence on the wrist. The thick bezel, engraved with a 12-hour scale, adds a bold yet refined character. Appearing to be in near non-polished condition with minimal signs of wear, this piece embodies the quiet confidence and enduring appeal of a true vintage classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORY\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIn 1942, Carl Friedrich Meyer developed an automatic winding system different from that of Rolex. In 1947, he patented a bidirectional self-winding mechanism capable of winding the mainspring in both directions—at a time when unidirectional systems were the standard. Rolex’s bidirectional Cal. 1030 would not appear until 1950, making Meyer’s development effectively the first of its kind. This mechanism later became known as the legendary “Bidynator.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eFounded in 1918, Felsa established itself as a manufacturer of watch movements, and under Meyer’s leadership, the company gained worldwide recognition. As part of the A. Schild group, Felsa played a significant role in laying the foundation for modern automatic movements within Ebauches SA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1283\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- wrist size in our picture is 17cm circumference -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage BREITLING Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53091491119411,"sku":null,"price":1210000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/1076\/0499\/files\/7B52E8E8-A19F-4345-9E72-8BA2AEEB88FD.jpg?v=1772932057"},{"product_id":"breitling-18k-navitimer-1967s","title":"BREITLING 18k Yellow Gold NAVITIMER 1967s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"121\"\u003e1954\u003c\/strong\u003e, Breitling introduced a model equipped with the world’s first \u003cstrong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"213\"\u003ecircular slide rule bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e. Developed in \u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"236\"\u003e1952\u003c\/strong\u003e at the request of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"308\"\u003eAircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the watch was powered by the renowned \u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eValjoux 72\u003c\/strong\u003e movement and featured a \u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"418\"\u003e12-hour chronograph counter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eMost examples were marketed primarily for the \u003cstrong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eAmerican market\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Breitling strategically leveraged the AOPA network. By associating the watch with the pilots’ organization, Breitling effectively used the AOPA name as a powerful marketing platform and expanded its reach globally among aviation professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"752\"\u003e1955\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the introduction of \u003cstrong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eMark 1.3\u003c\/strong\u003e, the model was assigned the reference number \u003cstrong data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e806\u003c\/strong\u003e for the first time, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eBreitling name began appearing on the dial\u003c\/strong\u003e. Soon afterward, the watch would also be equipped with the legendary \u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eVenus Caliber 178\u003c\/strong\u003e, a movement that played a major role in establishing Breitling’s reputation for quality worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eDuring the later production of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eMark 2\u003c\/strong\u003e, watches destined for the American market saw their manufacturer’s export code change from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eBOW\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eWOG\u003c\/strong\u003e. This code was also shared with American distribution brands such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eWakmann\u003c\/strong\u003e, a key sales partner responsible for expanding Breitling’s presence in the United States. This clearly reflects the brand’s strong focus on the American aviation market at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e1950\u003c\/strong\u003e, Breitling watches had already been officially adopted by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eFrench Air Force\u003c\/strong\u003e, which led to the creation of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eRef. 765 AVI (Aviation)\u003c\/strong\u003e model in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003e1953\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e1962\u003c\/strong\u003e, a major dial redesign was introduced. The following year, in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003e1963\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Navitimer itself evolved as the previously all-black three sub-dials were replaced with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003esilver-white registers\u003c\/strong\u003e, significantly improving legibility. This marked the arrival of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eMark 3\u003c\/strong\u003e generation. Around this period, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eWakmann\u003c\/strong\u003e also established production facilities in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003eWith the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eMark 4\u003c\/strong\u003e, the bezel design changed dramatically. The earlier \u003cstrong data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003e“beads” style bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e, which had featured 98 beads (later reduced to 94 and eventually 93 in late Mark 2), was replaced with a distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2323\"\u003esquare-notch milled bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e. This particular bezel configuration existed only for a short period in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003eearly 1964\u003c\/strong\u003e, and today examples fitted with this bezel command a significant premium among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eWith the introduction of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003eMark 5\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003e1964 to 1967\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Navitimer underwent another symbolic transformation. The long-standing \u003cstrong data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003eAOPA wing logo\u003c\/strong\u003e was replaced by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003e“Twin Jet” logo\u003c\/strong\u003e, depicting two aircraft flanking the Breitling name. This marked the beginning of a new era for the brand, and the same logo was gradually introduced across other Breitling models as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"2907\"\u003e1967\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"2923\"\u003eMark 6\u003c\/strong\u003e generation appeared. In addition to the traditional stainless-steel models, \u003cstrong data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3023\"\u003egold-cased versions\u003c\/strong\u003e were introduced for the first time. These included \u003cstrong data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3157\"\u003egold-capped models with a gold-plated middle case and stainless steel caseback\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as a small number of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003esolid 18-carat gold examples\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3367\"\u003eDuring this period, the slide-rule scale was also updated with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3322\"\u003ered calculation reference mark\u003c\/strong\u003e, making calculations easier to read and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3643\"\u003eFinally, in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3389\"\u003e1968\u003c\/strong\u003e, the three chronograph registers were enlarged, creating what collectors now refer to as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3496\"\u003e“Big Eye”\u003c\/strong\u003e configuration. The story of the original Navitimer \u003cstrong data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3560\"\u003eRef. 806\u003c\/strong\u003e, the model that defined the Navitimer line, would ultimately conclude in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3634\" data-end=\"3642\"\u003e1974\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3645\" data-end=\"3648\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3650\" data-end=\"3752\"\u003eThe example presented here represents one of the most extraordinary pieces within the Navitimer story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3754\" data-end=\"4051\"\u003eIt is an exceptionally rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"3782\" data-end=\"3824\"\u003esolid 18-carat gold Navitimer Ref. 806\u003c\/strong\u003e, a model that almost never appears on the market. As described above, this piece belongs to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3921\" data-end=\"3961\"\u003eMark 6 generation introduced in 1967\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring the slide-rule scale with the distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"4015\" data-end=\"4050\"\u003ered calculation reference point\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4053\" data-end=\"4580\"\u003eThe slide rule allows pilots to perform rapid in-flight calculations. For example, by aligning \u003cstrong data-start=\"4148\" data-end=\"4201\"\u003e50 on the outer scale (representing 5,000 meters)\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4207\" data-end=\"4284\"\u003e60 on the inner scale (representing a descent rate of 1 meter per second)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the corresponding scale opposite \u003cstrong data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4325\"\u003e10\u003c\/strong\u003e indicates a reading of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4349\" data-end=\"4363\"\u003e83 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. This represents the time it would take to descend from 5,000 meters at a constant rate of one meter per second — the kind of calculation that could determine how much time a pilot had available in a given situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4582\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003eThe crown has been replaced, and the strap attachment at the lugs has been repaired. However, the case has been carefully refinished by us without thinning the metal, preserving its original proportions while presenting the watch in beautiful condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4837\" data-end=\"5133\"\u003eFor many collectors, encountering a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4873\" data-end=\"4915\"\u003esolid 18-carat gold Navitimer Ref. 806\u003c\/strong\u003e may well be a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4930\" data-end=\"4964\"\u003eonce-in-a-lifetime opportunity\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a watch that seems destined to choose its owner — and the one fortunate enough to become its partner may well gain a companion worthy of life’s greatest moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- wrist size in our picture is 17cm circumference -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage BREITLING Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53136178676019,"sku":null,"price":3630000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/1076\/0499\/files\/5DAD3533-8157-4723-A97F-DC4397D1E593.jpg?v=1775443215"},{"product_id":"breitling-18k-transocean-1964s","title":"BREITLING 18K Rose Gold TRANSOCEAN 1964s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eThe timepiece presented here is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"165\"\u003eBreitling Transocean\u003c\/strong\u003e, a model whose name evokes the effortless crossing of oceans. Designed to be worn with the same natural ease as traveling across open seas, the Transocean was introduced as \u003cstrong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eBreitling’s first ultra-thin caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e and is also widely recognized as \u003cstrong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eBreitling’s first chronometer-certified model\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eOne of the most remarkable aspects of this watch lies in the exceptional quality of the movement within. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eCaliber B126\u003c\/strong\u003e, which later gave rise to the chronometer-certified \u003cstrong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eCaliber B124\u003c\/strong\u003e, represents a major technical evolution in Breitling’s automatic movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eEarlier systems relied on a reverser mechanism positioned between the rotor and the mainspring barrel. With the B125, Breitling adopted a more advanced solution in order to achieve a slimmer construction. By employing \u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"979\"\u003etwo switching wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e and introducing a \u003cstrong data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003eswitching rocker winding system\u003c\/strong\u003e, the number of components could be reduced while maintaining efficient winding in a single direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eThis design not only allowed the movement to become more compact, but also preserved the use of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003elarge screw balance\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhancing both precision and visual beauty. The result is a movement whose mechanical elegance is simply breathtaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eEven the rotor itself reflects the importance of the model. Shaped like the wings of a bat, the rotor is engraved with the model name \u003cstrong data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e“TRANSOCEAN.”\u003c\/strong\u003e This detail alone suggests that Breitling held particularly high expectations for this model compared with others in its lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003eBreitling has historically changed its emblem design numerous times—more than ten variations since 1942—each marking a new era in the brand’s history. Around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e1964\u003c\/strong\u003e, the brand introduced the emblem featuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003etwo aircraft\u003c\/strong\u003e, often referred to as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003e“Twin Wing”\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e“Twin Jet”\u003c\/strong\u003e logo, which began appearing across various Breitling models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eFor this particular watch, however, Breitling created a distinctive identity. The caseback is deeply engraved with the name \u003cstrong data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003e“TRANSOCEAN,”\u003c\/strong\u003e serving almost as a coat of arms for the model itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003eFurther emphasizing its authenticity and prestige, the watch bears the **French 18-carat gold hallmark—the eagle head—**clearly stamped on the caseback, lugs, and case side. The material itself is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003esolid 18-carat rose gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the watch a rich crimson tone that radiates an unforgettable aura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2679\"\u003eThis presence is not merely aesthetic; it reflects the significance of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2612\"\u003efirst-generation model\u003c\/strong\u003e, a piece that carries undeniable historical importance and status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2907\"\u003eThere is little doubt that the fortunate individual who comes to own this remarkable Transocean will possess not only a watch of extraordinary craftsmanship, but also a companion capable of bringing a lifetime of satisfaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1283\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- wrist size in our picture is 17cm circumference -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage BREITLING Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53136194634035,"sku":null,"price":1210000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/1076\/0499\/files\/B9F405CB-AF19-4FB8-A425-83675B2ADC26.jpg?v=1776672679"}],"url":"https:\/\/principe-prive-epocadoro.com\/collections\/vintage-breitling-watches.oembed","provider":"PRINCIPE PRIVÉ - Epoca d'Oro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}