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Breitling B13050 “Grande Vitesse” – Automatic Chronograph

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Reference
B13050.1
Case
36-44 mm
Movement
Automatic Valjoux 7750

Shipping

Shipped by DHL Express, insured, signature on delivery. Free in France; €80 to the rest of Europe, €150 worldwide; outside the EU, import duties and taxes are payable on delivery. Any question: contact me.

1-year warranty

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Specifications

The details of this piece

Identity

Brand
Breitling
Reference
B13050.1
Period
1990s
Condition
Very good

Case

Diameter
36-44 mm
Material
Steel
Crystal
Sapphire
Water resistance
Oui

Movement

Type
Automatic
Caliber
Valjoux 7750

Comes with

Box
No
Olivier Guesdon
Olivier Guesdon · Founder of Chronostyle

My view

What I think of it

The Breitling B13050 Grande Vitesse is an iconic ’90s chronograph that perfectly embodies the brand’s sporting and technical DNA. With its robust design, deep blue dial and gold rider tabs, it combines elegance and performance.

Designed for demanding watch enthusiasts, this watch offers optimal legibility and remarkable precision, ideal for everyday wear as well as for collectors.

Key features

  • Model: B13050 Grande Vitesse
  • Movement: Automatic (chronograph)
  • Caliber: Valjoux 7750 base
  • Functions:
    • Hours, minutes, seconds
    • Chronograph
    • Date at 3 o’clock
  • Case: Stainless steel with gold elements
  • Diameter: ~39 mm
  • Thickness: ~14 mm
  • Bezel: Rotating, with 18k gold rider tabs
  • Dial: Blue with gold-tone subdials
  • Crystal: Sapphire
  • Bracelet: Stainless steel (Pilot type)
  • Water resistance: ~100 m

Why choose this Breitling?

The B13050 “Grande Vitesse” is a watch that does not go unnoticed. It combines the bold style of Breitling with reliable mechanics, making it an excellent choice for:

  • vintage chronograph enthusiasts
  • aviation lovers

 

Conclusion

The Breitling B13050 Grande Vitesse is much more than just a chronograph: it is an iconic piece that embodies the bold style and robustness of ’90s Breitling watches. Its distinctive design blending steel and gold, paired with a reliable automatic movement, makes it a watch that is both high-performing and timeless.

Whether to enrich a collection or to wear a watch with character every day, the Grande Vitesse remains a safe choice, combining watchmaking heritage, wrist presence and lasting value.

Before I offer it to you

What I check on every watch

Nothing leaves without being examined, opened and tested in my workshop.

Authenticity

Case, dial, movement and bracelet checked part by part.

Movement

Timekeeping checked and caliber serviced.

Case and bracelet

True condition, polishing, bracelet stretch.

Water resistance

Crown and caseback checked.

Buying remotely

I answer all your questions before you buy

Extra photos, a video of the movement, an appointment at the Orléans showroom: just ask, I’ll reply personally.

Ask a question
Phone
+33 6 49 22 89 52
Email
olivier@chronostyle.fr
Showroom
29 rue de la Cigogne, 45100 Orléans, France

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