Breitling Chronomat - Ref. A13356

Overview
The Breitling Chronomat Is An Iconic Professional Chronograph That Has Earned Its Reputation As A Reliable Instrument Watch For Aviation And Motorsport Professionals. This Reference A13356 Represents The Classic Design Philosophy That Made Breitling Synonymous With Precision Timing And Robust Engineering. The Combination Of Chronograph Functionality, Date Complication, And Tachymeter Bezel Makes This A Versatile Tool Watch Suitable For Both Professional And Leisure Applications.

Specification
Reference: A13356
Serial: B865727 (Circa 2000S)
Movement: Breitling Calibre 13, Automatic, Self-Winding
Case: Stainless Steel, 42Mm Diameter, 15Mm Thickness
Crystal: Sapphire With Anti-Reflective Coating
Dial: Black With Applied Indices, White Chronograph Subdials, Date Window At 12 O'Clock
Bezel: Fixed Tachymeter Scale, Stainless Steel
Bracelet: Breitling Professional Stainless Steel Three-Link Bracelet
Clasp: Deployant Clasp With Safety Lock
Water Resistance: 300 Metres
Complications: Chronograph With 30-Minute And 12-Hour Registers, Date Display

Condition: Good
This Chronomat Presents In Good Condition Consistent With Age And Use. The Stainless Steel Case Exhibits Light Scratching To Polished Surfaces And Minor Wear To The Brushed Finishing, Which Is Typical For A Watch Of This Vintage And Professional Heritage. The Black Dial Remains Clean And Legible With No Moisture Ingress Or Corrosion Visible. The White Chronograph Subdials Are Crisp And Unaffected. The Sapphire Crystal Is Clear With No Significant Scratching. The Stainless Steel Bracelet Shows Normal Wear With Minor Stretch Between Links And Light Scratching To The Links Themselves. The Bezel Insert Displays Light Patina Appropriate To Age. All Chronograph Functions Operate Smoothly And The Date Mechanism Advances Correctly.

Included With This Lot
- Original Breitling Presentation Box With Navy Blue Exterior And White Satin-Lined Interior
- Original Instruction Booklet
- Watch Only; No Warranty Card Or Additional Documentation Present

Authenticity
The Caseback Displays Clear Breitling Engravings With Sharp Definition. The Crown Etching Is Present And Legible. The Dial Printing Is Consistent With Factory Specifications. The Serial Number B865727 Is Clearly Engraved On The Caseback And Corresponds To The Production Era. The Movement Visible Through The Exhibition Caseback Displays The Characteristic Breitling Calibre 13 Finishing And Layout.

Market Context
The Breitling Chronomat A13356 Remains Highly Sought After By Collectors And Professionals Alike. Comparable Examples In Similar Condition With Original Box Are Trading In The Aud $8,000 To $11,000 Range. This Lot Represents Fair Value For A Complete Example With Original Presentation Box And Documentation.

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