Breitling - Tabarly - No reserve price - Men - 1980-1989

Breitling Tabarly – Quartz – Blue Dial – 35 mm A distinctive Swiss timepiece with a strong nautical character, this Breitling Tabarly combines a blue dial with a gold-plated case and its original matching bracelet. Its compass-marked bezel, bold hands and characteristic bracelet design give it an unmistakable personality, while the long bracelet and original factory details add to its appeal. Technical Details Brand: Breitling Model: Tabarly Case: Gold-plated stainless steel Diameter: 35 mm, excluding the crown Crystal: Original factory crystal Dial: Blue dial with gold-toned hour markers and crosshair detailing Hands: Broad gold-toned hour and minute hands with luminous inserts and a central seconds hand Bezel: Compass-marked bezel with cardinal directions and graduated scale Movement: Swiss quartz movement Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds and date Calendar: Date window positioned at 3 o’clock Crown: Original factory Breitling-signed crown Case back: Solid stainless-steel back with Breitling signature Water resistance: Not tested Bracelet: Original gold-plated bracelet, retaining a generous length Clasp: Original Breitling-signed folding clasp Wrist size: Suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 21 cm Accessories: Supplied with a generic presentation box Condition Report Grade B – Good condition, with signs of use consistent with age, particularly to the gold plating. The case, bracelet and clasp show substantial rubbing and areas of gold-plating loss, exposing the underlying metal in several places. Scratches and surface marks are visible around the bezel, case sides, bracelet links and clasp. The blue dial retains its distinctive appearance, with age-related marks and patina to the hands, markers and luminous material. The factory crystal shows visible scratches. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description. Water resistance has not been tested. Contact with water should therefore be avoided unless the watch is professionally pressure-tested and resealed. Story & Heritage The Breitling Tabarly has a distinctly maritime identity, expressed through its compass markings, blue dial and purposeful design. Even the case back carries a connection to sailing, bearing an inscription referring to its design and testing with Éric Tabarly. This nautical character extends across the dial. Arrow-shaped markers, broad hands and fine crosshair lines create the appearance of a compact navigation instrument, while the gold-toned details bring warmth to the deep blue background. The original bracelet is an essential part of the watch’s visual appeal. Its broad articulated links continue the strong lines of the case, creating a cohesive design with considerable presence for its 35 mm size. Its generous remaining length, suitable for a wrist of approximately 21 cm, is a welcome practical feature. With its factory crystal, signed factory crown and original bracelet, this Tabarly offers a distinctive combination of Swiss quartz practicality and nautical styling. The visible wear gives this example an unmistakably lived-in vintage character, appealing to collectors who appreciate watches with an individual appearance. Internal Reference Number - XTM 210

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