THE TRANSOCEAN, THE GREAT SHIP IN THE SKY

In 1958, Breitling presented the “TransOcean automatic”, which was the company’s first chronometer. It was a particularly flat, newly designed automatic watch. This special design therefore only existed in the company’s own collection. The two models developed by the company, “TransOcean automatic” and “Transocean calendar-automatic”, had the same height – 9.3 mm -, a 25-jewel movement, calibre B 125, an unbreakable spring and an anti-shock, anti-magnetic and self-compensating system. As the automatic block was completely independent of the machine, repair was economical and quick. The large, powerful rotor of the automatic block was supported by a particularly robust rotating shaft. It was fitted with a sturdy metal rim, which provided absolute winding security. The tuning of the “TransOcean” is extremely precise thanks to the diameter of the Glucydur handwheel.

Notably, the “TransOcean” dial is a registered Breitling design, as is the signature “TransOcean” case. The timepieces are in gold on all models – steel, gold cap or gold chronometer. In addition, the “TransOcean” is super waterproof, thanks to a keyless water-resistant system (the reason for the elegance of the case) and guaranteed by the “O’ring” gasket. The same mechanism is applied to all models, with or without a calendar, including steel case, gold cover or gold chronometer.

GOLD CHRONOMETER

The “TransOcean” is a piece full of richness, the result of the super-production of Breitling quality; it is therefore a faithful testimony to the fact that the brand belongs to the world of aviation. The officially verified chronometer execution is reserved for the “TransOcean” made of 18-carat gold. It is an unusual and highly valuable timepiece. In this case, chronometers in steel or with a gold cover are not produced.

It comes with a genuine leather strap or a metal bracelet (steel and gold-plated) or gold bracelet. The buckles on the bracelet bear the same acronym as the case back, in homage to the world of aeroplanes.

To house the “TransOcean”, a special collection of elegant cases was created. The chronometer was delivered in a luxurious gift box that could be used as a jewellery box or a cigarette case. Over time, its luxury was scaled up.

The gold “TransOcean” is always produced in the chronometer version. In the past, it was delivered with its precision bulletin issued by the “Swiss official watch control offices”. 

A label of origin, illustrated with the brand’s initials, testified that the “TransOcean” was a piece of exceptional value. 

The execution of models with a stopwatch function have been produced in very limited numbers, which is why it is an extremely expensive watch today. 

Traduced from spanish with “Deepl”.