The Watch: Breitling introduced the Premier in the 1940s as its dressier chronograph line, a counterpoint to the pilot’s instruments the brand was known for. The name returned in 1999 with the Navitimer Premier, which carried that same refinement into a modern automatic chronograph.
This is the Breitling Navitimer Premier, reference H42035, a model that exudes mid-century restraint. In a 36mm 18k rose gold case with a sapphire crystal. The silver dial carries lumed Arabic numerals with three chronograph registers and a date between 4 and 5 o’clock.
Inside is the self-winding Breitling Calibre B42, a COSC-certified chronometer with 42 hours of power reserve. Rated to 30 meters, with 20mm between the lugs.
Likely a very early example, serial number 5.
Condition: Very good.
Includes: Breitling box (hinge broken) and papers.
