Breitling 178 Vintage Watch - 35mm Gold-Plated Chronograph (1950s)
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Breitling 178 35mm Gold-Plated Chronograph (1950s): Mechanical Vintage Watch
This Breitling 178 is a Breitling pre-owned watch made in the 1950s. This vintage chronograph watch in 35mm is distinguished by its gold-plated case and a dial featuring a vertical layout with two counters, typical of its era. Powered by the renowned Venus 170 caliber, this manual-winding mechanical watch allows for timing short intervals and reading speed thanks to its colorful tachymetric scales. With its 11.3mm thickness, this model is a men's watch or a women's watch in a classic format, set on a textured leather strap. Purchasing this antique watch allows you to add a true historical measuring instrument to your selection. Please note that as our company is based in Dubai, installment payment solutions such as Klarna are not available when validating your order.
Why buy this piece now?
- Presence of the Venus 170 caliber, a mechanical chronograph movement highly appreciated by enthusiasts.
- Vintage dial with two vertical counters and colorful tachymetric scales.
- Case gold-plated 35mm, offering classic proportions and comfortable everyday wear.
Discover our collection of Breitling vintage watches as well.
Technical Specifications
- Brand : Breitling
- Model : Chronograph
- Reference : 178
- Estimated year : 1950s
- Gender : Men, Women
- Movement : Manual-winding mechanical (Venus 170 caliber)
- Functions : Hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph, tachymeter
- Case : Gold-plated (steel back)
- Dimensions : 35mm (37.7mm with crown)
- Case-to-case : 42mm
- Thickness : 11.3mm
- Lug width : 18mm
- Crown : Gold-colored, not original
- Dial : Patinated with Arabic numerals and tachymetric scales, original
- Hands : Bronze and blue seconds hand, original
- Crystal : Acrylic (Condition 9/10)
- Strap : Vintage black leather, not original
- Buckle : Pin buckle, not original
Condition and Warranty
- Overall condition : Very nice overall condition with a beautiful patina
- Water resistance : Not water-resistant (vintage watch)
- Authenticity : Lifetime warranty
- Mechanical : Inspected movement and 12-month warranty
- Included : Atelier Victor invoice atelier, protective case (sold without box and original papers)
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being sold: authenticity, component conformity, identification of any modifications or replacement of original parts.
If elements have been replaced (dial, hands, crown, bracelet), it is indicated in the product sheet.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your purchase invoice Atelier Victor certifies the origin and conformity of the piece.
We accept several payment methods:
- Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
- Bank transfer (EUR, USD, AED)
- Crypto (BTC, ETH, USDT)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. An exchange fee of approximately 3% may apply.
A transaction fee of approximately 5% applies to card and PayPal payments. To avoid these, prefer bank transfer.
The bracelet doesn't suit you? We can replace it before shipping upon request.
International Delivery
Shipping within 48-72 business hours. Delivery in 2 to 6 days depending on the destination. Each shipment is insured and requires a signature upon receipt.
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense.
Return Deadline
You have 14 days after receipt to return an item. The item must be returned in its original condition, with all accessories, boxes, and documents provided.
Costs at Your Expense
- Return and import fees
- Initial delivery fees
- Bank transaction fees (~5%)
To avoid transaction fees, prefer bank transfer.
In-Person Purchases
Items handed over in person cannot be returned, exchanged, or refunded.
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