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Breitling Colt Quartz

Breitling Steel Ladies Colt Oceane Quartz Watch circa 2003 in New Condition
Breitling Steel Ladies Colt Oceane Quartz Watch circa 2003 in New Condition

Breitling Steel Ladies Colt Oceane Quartz Watch circa 2003 in New Condition

By Breitling

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Breitling STYLE / REFERENCE: Colt Oceane METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 2003 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" 39mm X Diameter 33mm MOV...

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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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Breitling Colt Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch Quartz A73388
Breitling Colt Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch Quartz A73388

Breitling Colt Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch Quartz A73388

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Breitling Band Color: Stainless Steel Gender: Men's Case Size: 44-47.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 22mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Chronograph, Luminous Hands, Sapphire C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Men’s Breitling Colt M50036 Stainless Steel Quartz Date Watch
Men’s Breitling Colt M50036 Stainless Steel Quartz Date Watch

Men’s Breitling Colt M50036 Stainless Steel Quartz Date Watch

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Brand Breitling Model Colt M50036 Gender Men's Unixex Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel Bracelet / Strap Material Stainless Steel Clasp / B...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt 36 A74389 Womens Quartz Watch with Box & Papers SS
Breitling Colt 36 A74389 Womens Quartz Watch with Box & Papers SS

Breitling Colt 36 A74389 Womens Quartz Watch with Box & Papers SS

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W 0.71 in D 0.4 in Dm 1.42 in L 6.5 in

Breitling Colt 36 A74389 Womens Quartz Watch with Box & Papers SS

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt 36 A74389 Womens Quartz Watch With Box & Papers SS 36mm

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A77380, Certified and Warranty
Breitling Colt A77380, Certified and Warranty

Breitling Colt A77380, Certified and Warranty

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A77380. Breitling Colt Ocean in stainless steel.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Certified Authentic, Breitling Colt 2580, Silver Dial
Certified Authentic, Breitling Colt 2580, Silver Dial

Certified Authentic, Breitling Colt 2580, Silver Dial

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A77380. Breitling Colt Ocean in stainless steel.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A77380, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Breitling Colt A77380, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Breitling Colt A77380, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A77380. Breitling Colt Ocean in stainless steel.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A77380. Breitling Colt Ocean in stainless steel.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811  44mm  Blue Dial  Box & Strap
Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811  44mm  Blue Dial  Box & Strap

Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811 44mm Blue Dial Box & Strap

By Breitling

Located in London, GB

Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811 44mm Blue Dial Box & Strap Polished 12-Month Warranty A bold and rugged timepiece built for precision and everyday wear, this Breitling Colt Quart...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811  44mm  Blue Dial  Box & Strap
Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811  44mm  Blue Dial  Box & Strap

Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811 44mm Blue Dial Box & Strap

By Breitling

Located in London, GB

Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811 44mm Blue Dial Box & Strap Polished 12-Month Warranty A bold and rugged timepiece built for precision and everyday wear, this Breitling Colt Quart...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A7438811 Full Set 2019
Breitling Colt A7438811 Full Set 2019

Breitling Colt A7438811 Full Set 2019

By Breitling

Located in London, GB

This Breitling Colt Quartz A7438811 is presented as a full Set 2019 including inner and outer boxes, manuals, swing tag and warranty card dated July 2019.

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2010s European Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Chronometer Date Quartz Watch
Breitling Colt Chronometer Date Quartz Watch

Breitling Colt Chronometer Date Quartz Watch

By Breitling

Located in San Fernando, CA

Breitling Colt Chronometer Date Quartz Watch Breitling Colt Case Shape: Round Dial: black with white luminescent numeral markers Hour, Minute and second Hands and date window at 3 o'...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Stainless Steel Colt Quartz Wristwatch
Breitling Stainless Steel Colt Quartz Wristwatch

Breitling Stainless Steel Colt Quartz Wristwatch

By Breitling

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W3252 Model: A7438911.C913.178A Serial: 135**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 23rd July 2015 Case Diameter: 36 mm Case Size: 36mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals and Guar...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Colt Oceane Diamond Men's Watch A77350 Stainless Quartz Rd .57ctw
Breitling Colt Oceane Diamond Men's Watch A77350 Stainless Quartz Rd .57ctw

Breitling Colt Oceane Diamond Men's Watch A77350 Stainless Quartz Rd .57ctw

By Breitling

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Breitling Model: Colt Oceane Model Number: A77350 Movement: Quartz Warranty: 1 year Metal Content: Stainless Steel Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .57ctw Cut: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz

Breitling Colt Chronograph A73350 Silver Blue Dial Quartz Watch #20813
Breitling Colt Chronograph A73350 Silver Blue Dial Quartz Watch #20813

Breitling Colt Chronograph A73350 Silver Blue Dial Quartz Watch #20813

By Breitling

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Breitling Colt Chronograph Watch Model: A73350 Serial: 374469 This Breitling Colt watch is set in stainless steel Silver Dial with blue accents Stainless steel case is 38mm in di...

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20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Colt Steel Silver Concentric Sticks Dial Quartz Men's Watch A73350
Breitling Colt Steel Silver Concentric Sticks Dial Quartz Men's Watch A73350

Breitling Colt Steel Silver Concentric Sticks Dial Quartz Men's Watch A73350

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Breitling Colt A73350 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Chrono Stainless Steel Silver Dial Quartz Men's Watch A53035
Breitling Colt Chrono Stainless Steel Silver Dial Quartz Men's Watch A53035

Breitling Colt Chrono Stainless Steel Silver Dial Quartz Men's Watch A53035

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Details: Model Number A53035 Brand Breitling Department Men Style Sport Model Breitling Colt Band Color Steel Dial Color Silver Case Color Steel Display Analog Dial Style 12-Hour Dia...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Black Panda Dial Chronograph Steel Quartz Mens Watch A73380
Breitling Colt Black Panda Dial Chronograph Steel Quartz Mens Watch A73380

Breitling Colt Black Panda Dial Chronograph Steel Quartz Mens Watch A73380

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Recently serviced. Brand: Breitling Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: A73380 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Breitling Colt Vint...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Steel

Breitling Colt Steel Black Dial Quartz Men's Watch A7438811/BD45-173A
Breitling Colt Steel Black Dial Quartz Men's Watch A7438811/BD45-173A

Breitling Colt Steel Black Dial Quartz Men's Watch A7438811/BD45-173A

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

This watch is unworn. Comes with Original Box and Papers. Covered By 3 Year Chronostore Warranty. Details: Brand Breitling Color Black Department Men Model Number A7438811/BD45-173A ...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt 33 Black Dial Diamonds Ladies Quartz Watch A7738753/BB51-158A
Breitling Colt 33 Black Dial Diamonds Ladies Quartz Watch A7738753/BB51-158A

Breitling Colt 33 Black Dial Diamonds Ladies Quartz Watch A7738753/BB51-158A

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

This display model Breitling Colt A7738753/BB51-158A is a beautiful Ladies timepiece that is powered by a quartz movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt 44 Blue Dial Steel Quartz Men’s Watch A7438710/C849-157A
Breitling Colt 44 Blue Dial Steel Quartz Men’s Watch A7438710/C849-157A

Breitling Colt 44 Blue Dial Steel Quartz Men’s Watch A7438710/C849-157A

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

(20345) This display model Breitling Colt 44 A7438710/C849-157A is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a quartz movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

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2010s Wrist Watches

Breitling Chrono Colt A73380 Men's Watch Quartz Black Dial #25020
Breitling Chrono Colt A73380 Men's Watch Quartz Black Dial #25020

Breitling Chrono Colt A73380 Men's Watch Quartz Black Dial #25020

By Breitling

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Breitling Chrono Colt Men's Watch Model: A73380 Serial: 1115008 This classic Breitling Chrono Colt is set in stainless steel.

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20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Colt Quartz A57035 White Dial Mens Date Watch
Breitling Colt Quartz A57035 White Dial Mens Date Watch

Breitling Colt Quartz A57035 White Dial Mens Date Watch

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H 0.48 in W 0.67 in Dm 1.5 in L 7.49 in

Breitling Colt Quartz A57035 White Dial Mens Date Watch

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Quartz A57035 White Dial Mens Date Watch 38MM

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1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 44
Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 44

Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 44

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 42mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 7" Designer: Breitling Model: Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainles...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 44
Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 44

Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 44

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 42mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 7" Designer: Breitling Model: Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainles...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Colt Watch
Breitling Colt Watch

Breitling Colt Watch

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Dm 1.46 in

Breitling Colt Watch

By Breitling

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Breitling Colt Watch – Quartz in Excellent condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Colt Chronograph Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38
Breitling Colt Chronograph Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38

Breitling Colt Chronograph Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 38mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 18mm, Wrist circumference: 5.75" Designer: Breitling Model: Colt Chronograph Quartz W...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Ladies Breitling Colt Oceane Custom Diamonds Quartz Watch
Ladies Breitling Colt Oceane Custom Diamonds Quartz Watch

Ladies Breitling Colt Oceane Custom Diamonds Quartz Watch

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Brand Breitling Model Colt Oceane A77386 Gender Ladies Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel & Diamond aftermarket bezels (not made by Breitling) B...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Skyracer Quartz Watch Carbon and Rubber 45
Breitling Colt Skyracer Quartz Watch Carbon and Rubber 45

Breitling Colt Skyracer Quartz Watch Carbon and Rubber 45

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 45mm, Watch Height: 13mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 7.5" Designer: Breitling Model: Colt Skyracer Quartz Watch Carbon and...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Chronometre 500m Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 41
Breitling Colt Chronometre 500m Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 41

Breitling Colt Chronometre 500m Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 41

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Warranty Card - Dated, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 41mm, Watch Height: 14mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.0" Designer: Breitling ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel and Rubber 44
Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel and Rubber 44

Breitling Colt Chronometer Quartz Watch Stainless Steel and Rubber 44

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Authenticity Card Measurements: Case Size/Width: 44mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 22mm, Wrist circumference: 8.0" Designer: Breitling Model: Colt Chronometer Q...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Stainless Steel 200m 660ft Dive Colt Chronograph Quartz Wristwatch
Breitling Stainless Steel 200m 660ft Dive Colt Chronograph Quartz Wristwatch

Breitling Stainless Steel 200m 660ft Dive Colt Chronograph Quartz Wristwatch

By Breitling

Located in Frederick, MD

All diamonds are graded according to GIA grading standards. (When applicable) ·Item: Breitling Colt A73380 200m/660ft Dive Watch ·Composition: Stainless ·Condition: Estate: Good

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Colt Chronograph II A73387
Breitling Colt Chronograph II A73387

Breitling Colt Chronograph II A73387

By Breitling

Located in Willow Grove, PA

Stainless steel Breitling Colt Chronograph II quartz watch with a 44mm case, black dial, and bracelet with folding buckle.

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2010s Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A74380 Mens Quartz Watch Cream Dial Stainless Steel 41Mm
Breitling Colt A74380 Mens Quartz Watch Cream Dial Stainless Steel 41Mm

Breitling Colt A74380 Mens Quartz Watch Cream Dial Stainless Steel 41Mm

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A74380. Breitling Colt A74380 Mens Quartz Watch Cream Dial Stainless Steel 41mm.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A53035 Men’s Quartz Watch with Box and Papers Chronograph SS
Breitling Colt A53035 Men’s Quartz Watch with Box and Papers Chronograph SS

Breitling Colt A53035 Men’s Quartz Watch with Box and Papers Chronograph SS

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A53035. quartz. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt Oceane A77380 Womens Quartz Watch Mop Dial 4.50CT Diamond 33mm
Breitling Colt Oceane A77380 Womens Quartz Watch Mop Dial 4.50CT Diamond 33mm

Breitling Colt Oceane A77380 Womens Quartz Watch Mop Dial 4.50CT Diamond 33mm

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A77380. quartz. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Certified Breitling Colt Oceane A77380 Womens Quartz Watch Blue MOP Dial SS
Certified Breitling Colt Oceane A77380 Womens Quartz Watch Blue MOP Dial SS

Certified Breitling Colt Oceane A77380 Womens Quartz Watch Blue MOP Dial SS

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A77380. Luminance. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A74350, Blue Dial Certified Authentic
Breitling Colt A74350, Blue Dial Certified Authentic

Breitling Colt A74350, Blue Dial Certified Authentic

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A74350. Breitling Colt A74350 Unisex Quartz Watch Blue Dial Stainless Steel 38mm.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A74350, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
Breitling Colt A74350, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty

Breitling Colt A74350, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #:A74350. Breitling Colt A74350 Unisex Quartz Watch Blue Dial Stainless Steel 38mm.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #: A77380. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel White 33 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A73380, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Breitling Colt A73380, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Breitling Colt A73380, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #: A73380. Mens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #: A77380. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel White 33 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Breitling Colt A77380, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Breitling

Located in Miami, FL

Breitling Colt Reference #: A77380. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel White 33 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Located in Washington Depot, CT

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For pilots and others in love with flight, no brand is more closely associated with the world of aviation than Breitling. From the beginning, watchmaker Léon Breitling, who opened his shop in the Swiss Jura Mountains in 1884, was focused on chronographs and their uses in the burgeoning fields of sports, science and industry.

After Léon’s death, in 1914, his son Gaston continued along his father’s trajectory. An early fan of aeronautics, Gaston introduced one of the first wrist-worn chronographs, a welcome upgrade for pilots used to executing complex maneuvers while juggling a pocket watch.

In 1934, Gaston’s son Willy made another leap in the chronograph’s evolution, patenting the first wristwatch with two pushers — one to start and stop elapsed time and one to reset — a feature now taken for granted.

But perhaps the most significant development under Willy’s leadership was the Chronomat watch. Introduced in 1942, it featured a patented rotating slide-rule bezel for making calculations on the fly. This innovation led to the 1952 creation of the brand’s signature timepiece: the Breitling Navitimer.

Designed in partnership with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, it was adopted as the official watch of the AOPA in 1959 and remains the world’s most iconic pilot’s watch. Not content to rule just the air, Breitling developed dive watches as well, including the Superocean, released in 1957, and the Transocean, which followed in 1958. The house also took its show on the road, producing dashboard clocks and then watches in partnership with luxury automaker Bentley.

The Navitimer, however, still reigns supreme among pilots everywhere. Given the stature earned by Top Gun since its release — as well as the excitement around Top Gun: Maverick — it's never too late to pick up a vintage Breitling Top Gun Navitimer, displaying the official logo of the United States Navy Fighter Weapons School, for yourself or your favorite wingman.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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Questions About Breitling
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Breitling's streamlined and minimalistic Colt watch is a good watch for everyday. Though it's not considered a luxury watch, it is a great option for anyone interested in a functional sports watch.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    As the name suggests, the Breitling Emergency watch has an integrated antenna system and is used in emergency situations. When the beacon is activated, the watch broadcasts a distress signal of approximately 100 miles and remains operational for 48 hours unless turned off. Find a wide range of vintage Breitling watches on 1stDibs.