Breitling Datora, ref.2033

Why We Love It

A Breitling Datora from the 1970s, emblematic of the brand's cultivated and distinct design language, embodies the precision and reliability demanded by pilots and other professionals. This atypical limited production blue dial reference 2033 with a Valjoux 7734 movement is especially distinct among the variations released during the decade and rare among the existing vintage Datoras.

The dial's deep, rich hue contrasts beautifully with the silver hands and markers, while the cushion case geometry is carried through to the subdials, defining their contours. The bright orange chronograph second hand adds an exciting juxtaposition to the timepiece's cool tones. Despite the many elements of this watch, all are well-coordinated and harmoniously integrated, demonstrating the brand's design prowess.

From a technical perspective, the Breitling Datora is equally impressive, housing the high-quality Swiss Valjoux 7734 movement, renowned for its accuracy and durability. The column-wheel chronograph movement uses a column wheel to switch between the chronograph functions making it more precise and reliable than a cam-switched movement.

This is a watch to excite both the sophisticated Breitling collector and the 1970s enthusiast. The rarity of the piece makes it a great addition to an existing collection or a great start to a new one.

About the Brand

Emerging from the Swiss watchmaking town of Saint-Imier in 1884, Léon Breitling founded a company that would soon become synonymous with precision chronometry. Pilots and other professionals relied on Breitling's reliable and accurate timepieces, cementing the brand's reputation for excellence.

In the 1970s, Breitling expanded its product line to include watches for the general public, while maintaining its commitment to producing high-quality watches for pilots and other demanding professionals. Breitling watches from this era were renowned for their bold designs, sporty styling, and meticulous craftsmanship. They appealed to a wide range of individuals, from pilots and astronauts to celebrities and everyday enthusiasts.

Today, Breitling is a leading watchmaker renowned for its precision, reliability, stylish design, and association with some of the world's most distinguished figures. Still made in Switzerland using the finest materials and craftsmanship, Breitling watches represent the pinnacle of watchmaking excellence.

Brand: Breitling

Year: late 1960s / early-1970s

Country of Origin: Switzerland

Material: Stainless Steel

Case Dimensions: 38mm (excluding crown)

Case Thickness: 13mm

Lug Width: 20mm

Lug-to-lug: 43mm

Movement: mechanical manual wind Valjoux chronograph movement caliber 7734 

Bracelet / Strap: leather strap

Features: Radially brushed cushion case, blue dial with white pulsation and chronograph subdials, applied hour markers with luminescent inlay, figural arrow subdial hands, orange chronograph seconds hand, date complication at the 6 o’clock position, original signed crown.

Box / Papers: n/a

Condition: The dial is in fantastic condition with incredibly crisp stamping. Hands and hour markers are perfectly intact with some patination. The case is in great shape with minor wear & tear on the bottom edge. The bottom pusher is lightly patinated. The watch saw servicing last year and is in great working order keeping fantastic time.