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What needs restoring? Its a brilliant watch and hard to find the bracelets, good pickup.

Vintage 1969 Breitling Chrono-Mat Ref. 2111 Caliber 11 – Cushion Case, Original Surfboard Dial, Micro-Rotor Automatic Chronograph

Embrace a monumental piece of horological history with this legendary 1969 Breitling Chrono-Mat reference 2111. Housing one of the world's first automatic chronograph movements—the groundbreaking modular Caliber 11—this bold cushion-case sports watch fuses radical late-60s design with pure mechanical innovation. Complete with a striking Navy blue / Silver surfboard dial layout and vibrant orange chronograph hands, it is a true statement piece tailor-made for serious vintage chronograph collectors.

Historical Context & Fun Facts * The "Project 99" Race: Released in 1969, this watch belongs to a small fraternity powered by the legendary Caliber 11 (co-developed by Breitling, Heuer-Leonidas, Büren, and Dubois-Depraz). This micro-rotor automatic chronograph movement famously beat out rivals in a high-stakes secret race to introduce the world's first automatic chronograph. * The Chrono-Mat Legacy: Originally patented in the 1940s with a built-in slide rule bezel for engineers and scientists, the line evolved into stunning sport chronographs like this cushion-shaped Ref. 2111 variant, which captured the adventurous aesthetic of the space-race era. * Left-Hand Crown Configuration: Because the Caliber 11 is an automatic chronograph module built upon a micro-rotor base, the winding crown sits uniquely on the left side of the case while the chronograph pushers reside on the right, a quirky hallmark cherished by connoisseurs.

Specifications * Brand: Breitling * Model: Chrono-Mat (Ref. 2111) * Movement Type: Automatic Chronograph (Breitling Caliber 11, 17 Jewels, Micro-Rotor) * Case Material: Stainless Steel * Case Diameter: Approximately 38mm cushion case * Dial Color: Silver sunburst with contrasting dark Navy blue sub-dials ("Panda" layout), tachymeter/pulsations outer scale, and date window at 6 o'clock * Strap/Bracelet: Premium custom navy blue perforated rally-style leather strap with orange contrast stitching and Breitling pin buckle

Condition Report * Dial & Hands: The original dial is well-preserved with distinct contrasting sub-dials and striking vibrant orange chronograph hands that pop against the silver background. * Case: The robust stainless steel cushion case displays honest vintage character with visible surface wear and sharp original brushing lines along the flanks. * Caseback: Case back displays crisp original engravings including the reference number 2111, serial number 1268554, and case markings. Light scratches on the rear with the original owners name engraving. * Crystal: The acrylic crystal is clear with minor hairline scratches consistent with age. * Mechanical Functionality: Running strong and keeping good time; chronograph pushers engage crisply and reset cleanly to zero. Last serviced in 2019 but no issues with functionality

Price & Terms * Price: $2,650 USD (Priced for a prompt private sale / No trades please) * Shipping Terms: Fully insured worldwide shipping and all tarrifs / VAT included * Payment Methods: Wire transfer, PayPal (F&F or G&S + fee for established buyers with references), or WISE

Vintage 1960s Omega Constellation Ref. 168.015 Chronometer – Solid Yellow Gold Case, Quickset Date, Running Strong (+5s/d)

Step back in time with this magnificent vintage Omega Constellation, a true icon of mid-century Swiss watchmaking elegance. Featuring a warm sunburst dial, crisp lines, and the prestigious chronometer-certified automatic movement tucked inside a solid gold case, this timepiece effortlessly bridges the gap between sophisticated dress watch and historical heirloom. It is a striking, conversation-starting piece that commands presence on the wrist while offering timeless refinement.

Historical Context & Fun Facts Introduced in 1952, the Omega Constellation line was conceived as the "supreme chronometer," designed to showcase Omega's unmatched precision following a series of legendary observatory trials victories.

• The Observatory Emblem: The case back proudly features the iconic Geneva Observatory medallion embossed against a sky of eight stars. These eight stars represent Omega's greatest chronometric triumphs at the Kew-Teddington and Geneva observatories in 1945 and 1951.

• The Constellation Star: The applied gold star sitting above the six o'clock position on the dial serves as a visual hallmark of Omega's high-grade chronometer certification, signifying strict testing for accuracy across various temperatures and positions.

• Reference 168.015 Heritage: This specific reference captures the bold yet classic case geometry typical of late 1960s design, representing the golden era of Omega's mechanical innovation before the quartz revolution reshaped the industry.

Specifications: * Brand: Omega * Model: Constellation (Ref. 168.015) * Movement Type: Automatic Chronometer with Quickset Date (Omega Caliber 564) * Case Material: Solid Yellow Gold (18K) * Case Diameter: Approximately 35mm * Dial Color: Champagne Sunburst with applied gold index markers and quickset date window * Strap/Bracelet: Premium tan leather strap with contrast stitching and gold plated Omega signed pin buckle

Condition Report * Dial & Hands: The champagne sunburst dial is in gorgeous vintage condition with minimal signs of aging, featuring clean applied hour markers and matching hands. * Case: The solid yellow gold case exhibits light surface wear consistent with age and careful handling, retaining sharp lines and well-defined hallmarks on the lug and case back. * Crystal: The acrylic crystal is clear with minor hairline scratches visible under direct light. * Mechanical Functionality: Excellent operational condition. Timegrapher readings show impressive health across the board, serviced in early 2025 * Accuracy: Running exceptionally tight at +5 seconds per day * Amplitude: 240° (healthy power transfer and clean movement) * Beat Error: 0.8ms demonstrating precise escapement setup * Features: Quickset date functions crisp and smoothly as intended.

Price & Terms * Price: $2,600 USD (Priced to move quickly / No trades please) * Shipping Terms: Insured shipping worldwide with signature confirmation. Tracked shipping and tarrifs / VAT included in price * Payment Methods: Wire transfer, PayPal F&F (G&S for established buyers with references, buyer pays additional 4%), WISE or bank transfer

What are these suckers worth? Someone ofdered me one today in a trade.

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I would not touch a dial like that. There is already degrading of the original lacquer. Thats real aging and history, not dirt and stains by the looks of it.

I love patina, but I hate dirt and stains. I cannot remove actual dial patina. Only dirt and stains stuck on top of the original lacquer.

Thanks

Thank you

I'll try on the next one. I only do it on severely dirty dials. I only have an old Samsung phone so I'll give it my best shot.

Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated.

Made me giggle, love it.

Where are you located? I sent you a private message 👌

Thats fair. I just couldn't live with the oil stains and the bad redial. Whoever had it before used a pen or paint of some sort to trace over all of the optional Omega dial printing. I just couldn't stand looking at it and wanted it back to original Omega printing 🤣

Thanks, much appreciated

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I would leave it, i destroyed 50+ junk dials before I ever tried a nice one. Its already gorgeous.

According to him people prefer damaged, dirty repainted dials. I've not heard that before but to each thier own 🤣

Extremely slow, extremely delicate.

Start with 1l warm water with 1-2 drops dish soap and just pat it with a magic eraser that is barely moist. This step can take hours and hours to remove built up grease, oil, nicotine stains etc.

Next a soft bristled toothbrush that I have heat treated so the bristles are even softer. Dip this in Light Distillate Hydrotreated Naphtha and flick off 90% of it and ever so gently brush over the dial. Just enough that the bristles barely even touch it.

Used to take me 4+ hours to achieve this sort of clean but I have done enough now I have it down to about 2.5 hours per dial.

Bonus is I haven't destroyed a dial in months 🤣🤣

🤣🤣🤣 fair enough but I just couldn't stand the oil stains and the horrible repaint. Luckily the original prints were still pristine underneath.

No idea why it was painted over, in my eyes I saved its life 🤣

Extremely slow, extremely delicate.

Start with 1l warm water with 1-2 drops dish soap and just pat it with a magic eraser that is barely moist. This step can take hours and hours to remove built up grease, oil, nicotine stains etc.

Next a soft bristled toothbrush that I have heat treated so the bristles are even softer. Dip this in Light Distillate Hydrotreated Naphtha and flick off 90% of it and ever so gently brush over the dial. Just enough that the bristles barely even touch it.

Used to take me 4+ hours to achieve this sort of clean but I have done enough now I have it down to about 2.5 hours per dial.

Bonus is I haven't destroyed a dial in months 🤣🤣

I wish this was the case, just a few hundred hours of testing and practice 🤣

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I did in the early days, its a good way to easily remove all of your applied indicies and logos, they just vibrate right off 🤣 Never again....