Breitling Chronograph (Ref. 9757) Black Dial, 1970s

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

While Breitling is probably best known for aviation-related watches like the iconic Navitimer, the brand was actually founded in 1884, almost 20 years before the Wright brothers ever took their first flight. Leon Breitling's first watches were of the pocket variety, as was de rigueur of the time, before the brand transitioned into wristwatches in 1914—and released one of the first wrist-worn chronographs just a year later. Fast-forward a few decades, and by the 1970s, Breilting had an array of chronographs, all suiting different applications with vastly different appearances. This ref. 9757 comes from this 70s era, and features a utilitarian aesthetic with a broad tonneau case and technical dial. SPECS Stock # BRTCH9757 Brand Breitling Style Chronograph Model 9757 Serial N/A Size Men's Material Stainless Steel Dial Matte Black Millimeters 39 Strap 2pc Canvas Strap CASE & BRACELET The excellent tonneau case was recently professionally polished to feature factory-like sunburst finishing and sharp bevels. The case exhibits nominal signs of use. The case retains its original pump pushers and Breitling signed crown. The case back retains all of its factory markings with minimal wear or previous signs of polishing present. The watch comes supplied on a 2pc canvas strap. DIAL & HANDS The original matte black dial with silver sub-dials is in excellent vintage condition, with the only notable damage being a tonal scratch under the 3 o'clock sub-dial that is barely visible to the naked eye. The tritium lume plots have achieved a charming creamy patina, and under UV light inspection, the tip of the 4 o'clock plot is the only marker with degradation. The original tritium hands match the dial perfectly with no degradation present under UV light inspection. ACCESSORIES None. The watch is functioning correctly and keeping time, previous service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.