Case #101: Breitling Chronograph A53350 – Quartz

🧭 Character

This Breitling A53350 stands out with its rare white dial paired with royal blue subdials, a striking and uncommon colorway that adds personality to an already iconic design. Sized at 38 mm, it’s perfectly wearable as a unisex chronograph — bold enough for men, elegant enough for women. The watch shows honest, well-loved wear consistent with its age, giving it character without detracting from its overall appeal. Sized for about a 7-inch wrist, it’s a comfortable everyday companion with a grab-and-go quartz movement.

🧾 Provenance

• Reference: Breitling A53350

• Case Size: 38 mm stainless steel

• Movement: Breitling Quartz Chronograph (ETA-based, high accuracy)

• Dial: White with rare royal blue subdials, classic 3-register layout

• Crystal: Sapphire

• Bracelet: Polished Stainless steel, sized for ~7" wrist (Slightly Loose)

• Condition: Good pre-owned, with normal wear throughout

• Inclusions: Watch with non Breitling Presentation Box(No papers)

• Water Resistance: 100 m (factory spec; not pressure tested)

🧑🎤 Celebrity Provenance

Breitling quartz chronographs have been embraced by pilots, professionals, and celebrities who value precision and style. John Travolta, a licensed pilot and long-time Breitling ambassador, frequently wore Breitling chronographs during this era. Quartz chronographs from this period also made appearances on the wrists of Tom Cruise during aviation-themed events, reinforcing their reputation as stylish, tool-ready timepieces with Hollywood flair.

🕵️ Story

The A53350 in this rare white-and-blue colorway is a collector’s delight. The quartz movement ensures accurate, low-maintenance performance, while the 38 mm case size and versatile design make it an ideal unisex piece. Its wear tells the story of a well-loved watch, priced accordingly to offer accessibility to enthusiasts looking for a unique Breitling chronograph without the premium of rarer mechanical variants.

BST Notes

• Rare white dial with royal blue subdials — uncommon in the A53350 lineup.

• Quartz movement for precision and convenience.

• Exact size: 38 mm, unisex appeal.

• Honest wear throughout, consistent with age.

• Watch only — no box or papers.

• Priced to reflect condition and inclusions.