Breitling Sprint 2016

1970s Breitling Sprint Reference 2016

Why This Watch Matters This chronograph offers the best of the 1970s: a funky orange dial and an ultra-light case made out of resin. The Full Story The Sprint line was developed for athletes, so that they could time their performance and take their heart rate. This explains why resin was chosen for the case, as it allowed for a light presence on the wrist, much like Richard Mille timepieces in the last couple of decades. As a true child of the 1970s, the Sprint came in a variety of flashy colors; obviously it came in orange, but also in burgundy, blue and green. To this day, it looks effortlessly cool while remaining practical and reliable. The Fine Print Maker: Breitling Model: Sprint Reference: 2016 Year: Circa 1970s Case No: NA Material: Resin Dimensions: 40mm diameter; 13mm thickness Sapphire Crystal: No, plexiglass Lume: Yes, tritium Caliber: Valjoux 7733 manual winding movement Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Linen Black Shell Cordovan Strap Lug Width: 22mm Box/Papers: No What we Love and What You Should Know Overall this watch is in very good condition. There are minimal scratches on the case, and the bezel is nearly perfect. The dial looks great with minimal signs of aging, and the tritium lume plots are full. The chronograph buttons are crisp. Note that the original tropic strap was replaced with a HODINKEE strap. This is a funky and practical vintage Breitling chronograph that will set you apart from the pack. 9786638031, 1970s Breitling Sprint Reference 2016, Why This Watch Matters This chronograph offers the best of the 1970s: a funky orange dial and an ultra-light case made out of resin. The Full Story The Sprint line was developed for athletes, so that they could time their performance and take their heart rate. This explains why resin was chosen for the case, as it allowed for a light presence on the wrist, much like Richard Mille timepieces in the last couple of decades. As a true child of the 1970s, the Sprint came in a variety of flashy colors; obviously it came in orange, but also in burgundy, blue and green. To this day, it looks effortlessly cool while remaining practical and reliable. The Fine Print Maker: Breitling Model: Sprint Reference: 2016 Year: Circa 1970s Case No: NA Material: Resin Dimensions: 40mm diameter; 13mm thickness Sapphire Crystal: No, plexiglass Lume: Yes, tritium Caliber: Valjoux 7733 manual winding movement Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Linen Black Shell Cordovan Strap Lug Width: 22mm Box/Papers: No What we Love and What You Should Know Overall this watch is in very good condition. There are minimal scratches on the case, and the bezel is nearly perfect. The dial looks great with minimal signs of aging, and the tritium lume plots are full. The chronograph buttons are crisp. Note that the original tropic strap was replaced with a HODINKEE strap. This is a funky and practical vintage Breitling chronograph that will set you apart from the pack., 140000