Gallet Renaissance for 200th Anniversary
Gallet, now owned by Breitling, has officially relaunched in its 200th anniversary year, marking a new era for the historic Swiss watchmaker. The brand's comeback introduces four inaugural collections drawing from its archives, updated with contemporary features and Breitling's technical expertise. These collections aim to blend Gallet's heritage as a tool watch for aviation, racing, and exploration with modern watchmaking advancements.
- Gallet is celebrating its 200th anniversary
- Breitling acquired Gallet approximately 1.5 years ago
- Four inaugural collections are being introduced: Flying Officer, Multichron Pilot, Multichron Sport, and Gallet Classic
- Flying Officer models are 40mm
- Multichron Pilot models are 42mm
- Multichron Sport models are 41mm
- Gallet 23 chronograph caliber (based on Sellita SW510) has a 62-hour power reserve
- Gallet 17 automatic (based on Sellita SW200) has a 41-hour power reserve
The Flying Officer collection reprises Gallet's flagship line with modern oversized proportions and a city ring design reconsidered around 24 contemporary destinations.
The color palette across the new lineup is inspired by the warm patina of an aged vintage model, featuring Gallet's signature orange-and-blue.
The chronograph edition of the Flying Officer is available in light blue with tone-on-tone subdials and black with tone-on-tone subdials.
The automatic iteration of the Flying Officer comes in orange and dark blue colorways.
The Multichron family, presented in Pilot and Sport forms, features a classic tri-register chronograph layout with differences in bezel design and size.
Color options for the Multichron models include black with white subdials or blue with black subdials, with the Pilot line featuring a more subdued dusty blue and the Sport line a bolder, brighter blue.
The three special-edition Gallet Classics tribute pieces (Tribute to Multichron Yachting Big Eye, Tribute to Multichron 45, and Tribute to Silverlight) are exclusively powered by Breitling's hand-wound manufacture chronograph movement, Caliber B09.
Breitling's technical expertise is evident from the movements to details like interchangeable quick-release straps, updating Gallet with contemporary upgrades while maintaining its original essence.