If vintage chronographs are your passion, this Breitling Cadette offers something both different and beautiful — a timepiece with charm on the outside and horological pedigree on the inside.
Believed to date from the 1950s (movement serial likely worn away with age), this watch is running remarkably well at +13 seconds per day. Serviced May 2026
Key Specifications:
Model: Breitling Cadette Chronograph
Year: Circa 1950s
Case Size: 35mm (approx.)
Case Material: Gold-plated with stainless steel back
Dial: Champagne tone with dual-register chronograph layout
Crystal: Acrylic
Movement: Venus 175 manual wind chronograph calibre
Functions: Chronograph, small seconds
Strap: Generic blue leather strap
Condition:
Clear signs of wear consistent with a 70+ year old watch
Gold plating with natural ageing and character
No significant flaws beyond normal vintage patina
Chronograph functions working perfectly
Movement:
Venus 175 calibre manual wind
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Column-wheel chronograph design
Visible through caseback opening during inspection (see images)
12-month guarantee
Free insured next-day UK shipping or collection in Mayfair, London
Our View:
This is a wonderful slice of Breitling history, powered by the legendary Venus 175 — a movement as satisfying to operate as it is to admire. With its 1950s styling, warm champagne dial, and elegant case proportions, it’s a true vintage chronograph you’ll find yourself staring at as much off the wrist as on.
Our in house watchmaker personally inspects every watch & only once a watch meets our high inspection standards is it ready for sale, All watches are sold with a 12 month guarantee.
Free next day UK delivery, fully insured. Worldwide fast shipping.Internal Reference: CHW6361
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1160036
Dateline of this antique is 1950
Height is 3.5cm (1.4inches)Width is 3.5cm (1.4inches)Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
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