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950BreitlingRef. 765 CP A very fine, rare and unusual stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “yachting” dial and bezel百年靈，「Co-Pilot, Yachting」型號765CP，罕有獨特，精鋼計時腕錶，約1967年製Circa 1967 41mm diameter Case, dial, movement and clasp signed Estimate HK$62,000 - 94,000 €6,800-10,200 $7,900-12,100 Place Advance BidContact Specialist Thomas Perazzi Head of Watches, Asia +852 2318 2031 WatchesHK@phillips.com
Condition ReportSign UporLog InDescriptionOur Buyer's Premium has been updated. View our Conditions of Sale.Manufacturer: Breitling Year: Circa 1967 Reference No: 765 CP Case No: 1’140’684 Model Name: Co-Pilot “Yachting” Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Manual, cal. 178, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Breitling deployant clasp Dimensions: 41mm diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and clasp signed Catalogue EssayThe Breitling ref. 765 was first released in 1953 fitted with a metallic stainless steel bezel and was modeled as the AVI. In 1965, after enjoying a few variations of the AVI, Breitling released the ref. 765 CP (Co-Pilot) replacing the AVI. In response to the surging demand for sports chronograph timepieces, the 1960s witnessed the birth of legendary chronograph timepieces such as the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona and the Heuer Autavia, Breitling introduced the ref. 765 CP with a color coded “Yachting” dial and bezel resulting in a regatta countdown timer. Extremely attractive the bezel is color coded red, white and blue in a 15-minute counter enabling the wearer to track the start of the race independently with an option of activating the chronograph or by aligning the start of the red sector on the bezel against the minutes hand. The reference was produced for a very short time, with early examples featuring a thin white chronographic hand and later examples featuring a bright neon orange luminous chronographic hand. The present example from circa 1967 belongs to one of the earliest batches of the reference featuring the updated orange luminous chronographic hand. With an attractive bezel that is well-preserved, the present timepiece is a rare and unusual timepiece that adds a playful touch to the traditional ref. 765 CP.Read MoreMaker BiographyBreitlingSwiss • 1884 Follow The firm started by Leon Breitling in 1884 is best known for its technical aviation and oceanic watches. Today, all models are outfitted with certified chronometer movements, used for accurate timing. Early aviation pioneers in specialized chronograph timepieces, Breitling introduced the circular slide rule to watches in the 1940s for use by pilots. The firm’s most iconic chronograph, the Navitimer, was introduced in 1954 and continues to be manufactured today. Another key model is the Duograph, a split-seconds chronograph that was Breitling's most prestigious wristwatch during the 1940s through '60s. Their watches are built on their reputation for precision and sturdiness.View More Works