Windsor Jewels
Breitling Superocean A17345 with Box
$2,995
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For Sale is this watch is a Breitling Superocean Professional, reference number A17345. This model is a celebrated "tool watch" from the late 1990s and early 2000s, known for its extreme durability, professional specifications, and bold aesthetic.
Detailed Description * Dial: is its vibrant Black dial.The dial features: * Large, luminescent Arabic numerals at 6, 9, and 12 o'clock, with bold circular indices for the other hours. * An inner 24-hour track for military time. * The Breitling winged logo and "BREITLING 1884" below the 12 o'clock position. * The model name "SuperOcean" and specifications "PROFESSIONAL / AUTOMATIC / 5000FT / 1524M" on the lower half. * A date window at the 3 o'clock position. * Broad, luminous sword-style hands for the hour and minute, and a distinctive red-tipped seconds hand for easy tracking. * Case and Bezel: The watch features a robust, satin-brushed stainless steel case, approximately 41.5 mm in diameter. * The bezel is a unidirectional rotating dive bezel, a critical safety feature for divers to track immersion time. It is also finished in brushed steel and features Breitling's signature "rider tabs" at the 15, 30, and 45-minute marks. These tabs make the bezel easier to grip and turn, even with gloved hands. * The crown is a large, screw-down type, protected by substantial crown guards, ensuring its water-tightness. * Water Resistance: One of this model's key selling points is its exceptional water resistance of 5000 feet (1524 meters). This professional-grade specification places it among the elite deep-sea diving watches and was a remarkable engineering feat for its time. * Movement: This watch is powered by the Breitling Caliber 17, a robust and reliable automatic (self-winding) movement. It is based on the Swiss ETA 2824-2 caliber and is a COSC-certified chronometer, meaning it has passed rigorous tests for accuracy and precision. * Strap: The watch in the photo is on a Stainless Steel Bracelet. History and Significance The Breitling Superocean has a rich history that began long before this model was produced. * The Original (1957): Breitling launched the first Superocean models in 1957, entering the fiercely competitive market of professional dive watches alongside contemporaries like the Rolex Submariner and Omega Seamaster. These early models were praised for their clean design and superb functionality. * The 1990s Revival: After Breitling was revitalized under Ernest Schneider in the 1980s, the brand focused heavily on its "Instruments for Professionals" mantra, primarily in aviation. In the mid-1990s, Breitling relaunched the Superocean line with a completely new design philosophy. The goal was to create the ultimate, uncompromising modern dive watch. * The "Tool Watch" Era (A17345): This yellow-dialed model, the Superocean Professional A17345, is a perfect embodiment of that 1990s ethos. Breitling abandoned the elegant designs of the 50s for a tougher, more industrial, and unapologetically functional aesthetic. The massive water resistance rating was a key part of its identity, showcasing Breitling's technical prowess. This watch was built to be a reliable instrument for the most demanding underwater environments. this watch was running at the time of evaluation. Detailed testing was not performed. known issues include the hinge of the original breitling box is not functioning but is included. there is where on the strap with a crack in the inner leather. The combination of its bold yellow dial, brushed steel finish, and extreme depth rating made the Superocean Professional an icon of its time and a highly sought-after model today by collectors who appreciate the rugged, purposeful design language of 90s-era Breitling. Comes with Breitling Box |
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