Classic 1949 Breitling Chronograph: A Plea For Something New Inspired By Something Old

We know what you're thinking, this hardly looks like a Breitling.  Where is the multi-colored face, the thick metal band, and the telescoping distress antenna?  Well not too long ago (actually quite long ago, 50+ years to be exact), Breitling wasn't known as the watch of …

Imported: 15. Jan 2009 (21:21), Wristwatch News, Reviews, & …

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