The history of this Breitling Superocean
With the Superocean, the House of Breitling presents a modern take on its historic diving instruments. Born in 1957 to meet the demands of professional and military divers, this line embodies underwater reliability. The A17376 is in keeping with this heritage, while reinterpreting a strong design from years gone by. The most striking anecdote of this aesthetic goes back to the 1960s SuperOcean chronograph nicknamed Slow Motion. At the time, engineers modified the movement so that the central hand would complete a full rotation in 60 minutes instead of 60 seconds. This huge square hand made it possible to read the immersion time immediately and flawlessly. The current version faithfully reproduces this characteristic geometry for its minute hand, thus marrying a genuine historical innovation with a contemporary automatic watch dedicated to everyday use.
Case, calibre and bracelet of this Superocean
The robust stainless steel case measures 44 mm in diameter. Its lines alternate between a rigorous brushed finish on the sides and a mirror polish on the chamfers to catch the light. It is topped by a unidirectional rotating bezel with a black ceramic insert. The dial is distinguished by its brilliant turquoise hue, surrounded by a sloping white flange that reinforces the visual depth. The applied hour-markers and the famous rectangular hands are generously coated with luminescent material. At the heart of the case beats the Breitling Calibre 17, a self-winding mechanical movement certified as a chronometer by the COSC. It has a power reserve of 38 hours and beats at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. The watch is mounted on a black textured rubber strap, fitted with a folding clasp equipped with a fine adjustment system for absolute comfort.
Why this Breitling watch
This configuration with the turquoise dial represents one of the most sought-after variations on the market today. It transcends the simple tool watch to become a true piece of style and character. The bold colour contrasts with the technical rigour of the steel case, offering a perfect balance between summery aesthetics and watchmaking robustness. On the second-hand market, examples offering this specific hue are in high demand, making this opportunity particularly attractive for the lover of fine mechanicals looking for a strong visual identity.
Delivered contents and condition
This timepiece is delivered accompanied by its original Breitling box. The watch is in exceptional presentation condition following recent professional polishing. The brushed and polished steel surfaces have been restored to their full lustre, eliminating signs of wear to offer impeccable aesthetics and undiminished pleasure on the wrist.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. As Switzerland's leading second-hand retailer with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for onsite fitting and collection or fully secure international shipping.
* Like new - brand new watch, never worn or in exceptional condition. No visible defects to the naked eye.
