1970's Breitling Bullhead Pupitre 7101

Valjoux 7740It is no surprise that Breitling designed this watch with a bullhead case, as the substantial, oblong shape offers easy access to the pushers. Breitling isn’t the only brand who utilized this unusual case shape; Omega and Seiko also partook back in the day. The Breitling Pupitre offers much more than easy timing and 1970s design, the dial is also incredibly legible, and the orange handset adds a playful element to the piece. Excluding the hour/minute external bezel, you can find three additional scales on the dial – a base 100, a pulsation, and a tachymeter. This whole combination creates a very coherent and damn cool wristwatch.

Information:

Reference: 7101

Serial: 1371XXX

Circa: 1970’s

Dial: Tritium - Blue

Hands: Tritium - Lume is in intact aging the same as the dial into a yellow beige.

Bracelet: Blue leather strap

Case: 42mm x 15mm Thickness - Unpolished - Stainless Steel Bull head

Lug Width: 22mm

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Chronograph, Date

Accessories: N/A

Crystal: Plexiglass

Bracelet size: 7.5”

Caseback: 7101 stamped - great vintage condition, showing well pronounced text.

Caliber: Valjoux 7740 - Manual - Serviced January 2024 (+8 s/d 290 Amp)

Condition: Great Vintage Condition

The case has light wear with one notable light scratch at 7. Dial and hands are in great shape with lume intact and have become a nice beige color. The crystal is in great shape as well. The movement was serviced January 2024 and is running (+8 s/d 290 Amp).

History of Breitling

Breitling, founded in 1884 by Léon Breitling in Switzerland, has a rich history of innovation in watchmaking. The company quickly established itself as a leader in precision timers and chronographs, introducing significant advancements such as the first wrist-worn chronograph with an independent pusher in 1915. Under the leadership of three generations of the Breitling family, the brand became renowned for its aviation timepieces, launching the iconic Navitimer in 1952. Despite challenges from quartz technology in the 1970s, Breitling adapted and continued to innovate, introducing models like the Chronomat and Aerospace that combined traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.

In recent years, Breitling has undergone a strategic repositioning under new ownership and leadership. While honoring its heritage, the brand has embraced modern design, sustainability, and digital innovation. Breitling has restructured its product portfolio around Air, Land, and Sea categories, reintroduced classic collections, and launched eco-friendly initiatives. The company has also ventured into digital realms with blockchain-based watch passports and a subscription service. These efforts have positioned Breitling as a forward-thinking brand that balances its storied past with contemporary consumer needs and values.

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