Gallet's 200th Anniversary and Modern Renaissance
Gallet is celebrating its 200th anniversary with a modern renaissance, reintroducing iconic models updated for today's adventurers. The brand, now manufactured by Breitling, aims to balance heritage with contemporary relevance, focusing on versatile designs with interchangeable straps. Managing Director Erwan Rossignol discusses the strategy of selecting and updating historical pieces like the Flying Officer and Multichron Pilot to appeal to both new and experienced watch enthusiasts.
Gallet's relaunch includes updated versions of iconic models such as the Flying Officer, Clamshell, Regulator, Navigator, and the Multichron family.
The modern Flying Officer features a city ring that now reflects current time zones and aspirational travel destinations, replacing historical refueling stops.
The Multichron Pilot retains its 1960s-inspired indices and orange hand.
The Classic line remains faithful to original designs and utilizes Breitling in-house manufacture hand-wound movements.
The brand emphasizes robust and versatile watches with interchangeable straps to suit various environments and expeditions.
Gallet aims to be a leading name in accessible luxury by offering authentic design, strong quality, and exceptional value.
The Flying Officer, originally created in 1939, was designed to track time in world cities and capture the excitement of exploring a less accessible world.