Breitling A pilot's titanium bracelet watch with micro antennae for aviation emergency frequency 121.5 MhZ ref E76321 Emergency circa 2007
Estimate $2,500 – $3,500
quartz standardization movement, dark grey dial with applied luminous Arabic numerals and indexes, apertures for the digital displays, tonneau-form titanium case with graduated bi-directional revolving bezel with micro antennae between the lugs at 12 and 6, crewed down case back with Breitling logo held with 5 screws, case, dial and movement signed with Breitling titanium bracelet with locking clasp not running, diameter 43mm, bracelet circumference approximately 180mm.
With a Breitling warranty, booklet, tag, test receiver, instructions CD, Bost screwdriver, box, outer plastic case and additional links and a recent service receipt.
Accompanied by a signed letter from Russell Crowe stating his ownership.
The Emergency wristwatch was originally designed for aeronautical use only as a survival tool. Should a pilot become stranded remotely the beacons can be unscrewed activating the emergency rescue services on channel 121.5MHz. The transmitter should not be used in any situation other than an emergency.
- Lot Sold $8,000 (Hammer Price)
- $9,760 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Provenance
Mr Russell Crowe, Sydney
'This watch was bought for and worn in the movie, Body of Lies (2008).' Russell Crowe
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