Breitling Top Time Chronograph Ref. 2008 – Reverse Panda Dial – c.1969

For sale is this highly attractive vintage Breitling Top Time Chronograph, reference 2008, dating from the late 1960s.

This example features the desirable black reverse panda dial configuration, contrasting silver chronograph registers, gold-plated cushion case and manual wind chronograph movement.

The Top Time is one of Breitling's most collectible vintage ranges, and this example has fantastic wrist presence thanks to its distinctive case shape and strong motorsport-inspired styling.

Specification

Brand: Breitling
Model: Top Time Chronograph
Reference: 2008
Era: Late 1960s
Movement: Manual Wind Chronograph
Case: Gold-Plated Cushion Case
Caseback: Stainless Steel
Dial: Black Reverse Panda Dial
Crystal: Acrylic
Strap: Black Rally-Style Leather Strap
Lug Width: 20mm
Chronograph: Operating as expected at time of listing

Condition

The watch presents well for its age and has excellent vintage character.

The dial has strong visual appeal, with good contrast between the black dial and silver sub-registers. The acrylic crystal remains clear with only minor signs of use.

The gold-plated case shows honest age-related wear, including areas of plating wear/loss to the case edges and flanks, as clearly shown in the photographs. This is consistent with a vintage gold-plated watch of this era.

The watch is currently running and the chronograph functions are operating. Service history is unknown, so no guarantee is given regarding long-term accuracy.

Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition report.

Included

• Breitling Top Time Chronograph Ref. 2008
• Black Rally-Style Leather Strap

Please note: this is watch only. No original box or papers are included.

A fantastic opportunity to acquire a sought-after vintage Breitling chronograph with classic late-1960s styling, reverse panda dial and strong wrist presence.

The watch will be securely packaged and dispatched fully insured.

Please feel free to message with any questions or requests for additional photographs.