Breitling Cosmonaute 1809

Breitling Cosmonaute Chrono-matic

Box : No Papers : No Age : 1970s Movement : automatic Case Size : 48mm Case : Stainless Steel Dial : Black Arabic Numerals Bracelet : Brown Leather LOT : 80090 Location : London, United Kingdom Seller : User45896 Currency : GBP KEY FACTS This Breitling Cosmonaute Chrono-Matic is offered in the UK by a business seller A bold 1970s chronograph with an oversized case, automatic movement, and a 24-hour dial designed for clarity between day and night Presented as a watch-only lot - the original display box and warranty papers are not included The vendor confirms the watch to be in good working order ABOUT THIS WATCH The Breitling Cosmonaute Chrono-Matic ref.1809 is a distinctive chronograph that blends technical innovation with bold 1970s design Introduced as part of the Cosmonaute line, it retains the defining 24-hour dial layout, developed to help distinguish between day and night - a feature originally requested by astronaut Scott Carpenter for spaceflight Unlike traditional 12-hour watches, the hour hand makes a single rotation every 24 hours, offering immediate clarity of timekeeping in environments without natural light cycles The reference 1809 is housed in a substantial stainless-steel case measuring approximately 48mm in diameter, giving it a commanding wrist presence well beyond the standards of its era The case features the left-side crown configuration typical of watches powered by the Caliber 11, one of the world’s first automatic chronograph movements The dial includes contrasting subdials, a date window at 6 o'clock, and a rotating slide-rule bezel, offering a wide range of navigational and timing functions Bold orange hands provide strong legibility, while luminous markers enhance visibility in low-light conditions Combining technical heritage, historical significance, and oversized proportions, the Cosmonaute Chrono-Matic 1809 remains an iconic piece of Breitling’s chronograph lineage