Breitling Chronomat B130501 Appraisal

Breitling Chronomat Reference B13050.1 Two-Tone Watch

This is a Breitling Chronomat automatic chronograph, likely from the mid-to-late 1990s. The watch features a robust 39mm-40mm stainless steel case with a signature unidirectional rotating bezel equipped with four 18k yellow gold rider tabs. The white or silver-toned dial exhibits a subtle sunburst or iridescent finish, containing three gold-toned sub-dials at the 6, 9, and 12 o'clock positions and a date window at 3 o'clock. Notable markings include the Breitling 'B' and winged logo, and the '1884' foundation date. The timepiece is paired with a Breitling Pilot-style stainless steel bracelet with five-link rows. Construction quality is high, featuring a sapphire crystal and screw-down pushers for water resistance. The condition shows visible signs of wear with light surface scratches on the polished bracelet links and bezel, consistent with regular use. The gold rider tabs show soft smoothing of the edges but remain well-defined. This model typically houses the Breitling Caliber 13 movement, based on the reliable Valjoux 7750 base, known for its precision and durability in aviation watches.