Breitling Navitimer 816
The Breitling Navitimer is one of the world’s most iconic watches, originally introduced in 1952 as a pilot’s watch. The slide rule enables the wearer to make calculations, such as fuel consumption, with an easy turn of the bezel.
In 1968, Breitling released this reference 816, a large 48mm watch with a case produced by EPSA Piquerez, famed for making water-resistant cases at that time.
The black dial is fondly named “Big Eyes” due to its silver subdials, and is brought to life with its striking orange-red chronograph hands. A Twin Jet logo at 12 o’clock sits above the words “BREITLING GENEVE” and “NAVITIMER”
Powering the watch is the manual-wind Venus 178, a movement also used in the popular Navitimer 806.
This watch is supplied in a condition consistent with its age, having been worn and enjoyed for many years. The movement has been tested and is running well.
Case
Steel, 48mm EPSA "Big Case", with aluminium rotating bezel
Movement
Manual-wind - Caliber Venus 178
Bracelet
Generic black leather racing-style bracelet with steel pin buckle.
Additional straps available. Get in touch to find out more.Box & Papers
Supplied with leather travel case
Age
Circa 1968 - 1978
Case Condition
Fair pre-owned condition with signs of wear to the case, dial and crystal, consistent with the age of the watch. Additional photographs available on request
Warranty
Warranty options available
Movement Condition
Tested and running to specification having recently been adjusted by Parmigiani in Switzerland
Model Reference
816