Superocean 'Slow Counting' Chronograph
This piece, however, a Superocean 'slow counting' chronograph, has developed a cult following amongst collectors of vintage watches, and rightfully so!
Released in 1965, the Reference 2005 replaced the earlier Superocean references released in the 1950s--the Reference 1004 (which did not feature a chronograph) and the chronograph Reference 807.
What makes this such a special piece is the functionality and layout of the chronograph feature: a minutes-only counter with a large, luminous central sweep hand. Because it only counts minutes, it is difficult to know whether or not it is running with just a glance.
To solve this problem, the dial features a circular aperture just about the 6:00 position. When the chronograph isn't activated, this circle appears black and blends in with the rest of the dial. When engaged, the window turns white (now a more patinated, creamy white) to indicate to the wearer that the function is operating. And when stopped, a smaller dot appears, which reverts to black when reset.
Additional features include a 42mm stainless steel case with an acrylic crystal, a bidirectional rotating timing bezel with a Tritium pip at 12:00, an oversized crown and pushers, and a period black Tropic® rubber strap with a steel pin buckle.
The Reference 2005 is one of the most desirable vintage Breitlings ever produced, an unbelievably rare find on the market. In fact, it's so rare that this is only the fifth we've been able to offer in our 11 years of operation.
This piece, however, a Superocean 'slow counting' chronograph, has developed a cult following amongst collectors of vintage watches, and rightfully so!
Released in 1965, the Reference 2005 replaced the earlier Superocean references released in the 1950s--the Reference 1004 (which did not feature a chronograph) and the chronograph Reference 807.
What makes this such a special piece is the functionality and layout of the chronograph feature: a minutes-only counter with a large, luminous central sweep hand. Because it only counts minutes, it is difficult to know whether or not it is running with just a glance.
To solve this problem, the dial features a circular aperture just about the 6:00 position. When the chronograph isn't activated, this circle appears black and blends in with the rest of the dial. When engaged, the window turns white (now a more patinated, creamy white) to indicate to the wearer that the function is operating. And when stopped, a smaller dot appears, which reverts to black when reset.
Additional features include a 42mm stainless steel case with an acrylic crystal, a bidirectional rotating timing bezel with a Tritium pip at 12:00, an oversized crown and pushers, and a period black Tropic® rubber strap with a steel pin buckle.
The Reference 2005 is one of the most desirable vintage Breitlings ever produced, an unbelievably rare find on the market. In fact, it's so rare that this is only the fifth we've been able to offer in our 11 years of operation.
Original: $11,850.00
-70%$11,850.00
$3,555.00Description
This piece, however, a Superocean 'slow counting' chronograph, has developed a cult following amongst collectors of vintage watches, and rightfully so!
Released in 1965, the Reference 2005 replaced the earlier Superocean references released in the 1950s--the Reference 1004 (which did not feature a chronograph) and the chronograph Reference 807.
What makes this such a special piece is the functionality and layout of the chronograph feature: a minutes-only counter with a large, luminous central sweep hand. Because it only counts minutes, it is difficult to know whether or not it is running with just a glance.
To solve this problem, the dial features a circular aperture just about the 6:00 position. When the chronograph isn't activated, this circle appears black and blends in with the rest of the dial. When engaged, the window turns white (now a more patinated, creamy white) to indicate to the wearer that the function is operating. And when stopped, a smaller dot appears, which reverts to black when reset.
Additional features include a 42mm stainless steel case with an acrylic crystal, a bidirectional rotating timing bezel with a Tritium pip at 12:00, an oversized crown and pushers, and a period black Tropic® rubber strap with a steel pin buckle.
The Reference 2005 is one of the most desirable vintage Breitlings ever produced, an unbelievably rare find on the market. In fact, it's so rare that this is only the fifth we've been able to offer in our 11 years of operation.
