The Headline Facts
- Across four collections spanning three families, Gallet returns 200 years after its 1826 founding in La Chaux-de-Fonds, now manufactured entirely within Breitling‘s infrastructure.
- Three Gallet Classics tribute pieces run exclusively on the Breitling Manufacture Caliber B09, a hand-wound COSC-certified movement with approximately 70 hours of power reserve.
- The Flying Officer, Multichron Pilot, and Multichron Sport share the Gallet 23 calibre and stainless-steel cases water-resistant to 100 metres.
- Quick-release interchangeable straps with a shared 20mm lug width span the entire collection, swappable without tools across leather, rubber, field, and fabric options.
Four Collections, One Heritage
Gallet’s 2026 return is structured around four distinct references, each tracing a specific chapter in the brand’s tool-watch lineage. The Flying Officer (40mm) addresses long-distance travel through a rotating bezel calibrated to 24 contemporary destinations. Its chronograph variant carries the Gallet 23, while the three-hand version uses the Gallet 17 with a slimmer 10.67mm case profile.
The Multichron Pilot (42mm) draws directly from the original 1969 exploration chronograph. Its telemeter scale, bi-directional bezel, and second-timezone tracking make it the most technically layered of the core trio. The Multichron Sport (41mm) shares the same Gallet 23 movement and adds a tachymeter scale, with vivid orange chronograph hands carrying through from the historic Multichron 12 Scientific.
Heritage & Lineage
The Gallet Classics sit apart from the core collection in both movement and proportion. All three pieces measure 38mm, carry the Breitling Manufacture Caliber B09, and are COSC-certified. The Tribute to Multichron Yachting Big Eye revives the oversized countdown subdial from 1960s regatta racing. The Tribute to Multichron 45 reinterprets interval-timing precision through a deep black dial with tone-on-tone subdials. The Tribute to Silverlight takes its cues from the Multichron Navigator, with a silver-toned dial and stylised numerals.
“Gallet was born in an age of exploration and has followed that path ever since,” says Georges Kern, CEO of House of Brands (Breitling, Gallet, and Universal Genève). “We’re proud to bring Gallet back for a new generation.”
Availability & Edition Details
Select Breitling boutiques now carry dedicated safari-inspired Gallet corners. Distribution runs through Breitling’s global network, covering after-sales service under the same infrastructure. The Gallet Classics are offered exclusively on straps; the core Flying Officer and Multichron references add a stainless-steel bracelet with an integrated micro-adjustment system to the strap options.
For collectors in the Gulf tracking this release, Breitling boutiques across the Emirates and the Kingdom are the primary access point. Prices were not disclosed in the official press materials.
| Reference | Calibre | Case | Power Reserve | Water Resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Officer Chronograph | Gallet 23 | 40mm steel | ~65 hrs | 100m |
| Flying Officer Automatic | Gallet 17 | 40mm steel | ~41 hrs | 100m |
| Multichron Pilot | Gallet 23 | 42mm steel | ~65 hrs | 100m |
| Multichron Sport | Gallet 23 | 41mm steel | ~65 hrs | 100m |
| Gallet Classics (all three) | Caliber B09 (COSC) | 38mm steel | ~70 hrs | 100m |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What movements power the new Gallet watches?
The Flying Officer Chronograph and both Multichron models use the Gallet 23 calibre, based on the Sellita SW510, with approximately 65 hours of power reserve. The Flying Officer Automatic runs on the Gallet 17, based on the Sellita SW200, with roughly 41 hours. The three Gallet Classics pieces are exclusively powered by the Breitling Manufacture Caliber B09, a hand-wound COSC-certified movement offering around 70 hours of power reserve.
What are the four collections Gallet is launching for its bicentennial?
Gallet is returning with the Flying Officer, designed for long-distance travel; the Multichron Pilot, built for exploration and changing conditions; the Multichron Sport, aimed at speed and off-road pursuits; and the Gallet Classics, three special-edition hand-wound chronographs celebrating 200 years of the brand.
Who manufactures the new Gallet watches?
Every Gallet watch is manufactured within Breitling's infrastructure, giving the brand access to Breitling's technical expertise, after-sales service, and global distribution network. Gallet operates as a sibling brand of Breitling under the House of Brands.
Are the Gallet Classics available in the GCC?
Select Breitling boutiques now feature dedicated safari-inspired Gallet corners, and Gallet benefits from Breitling's global distribution network. The press release does not specify individual GCC retail locations, so prospective buyers in the Gulf should contact Breitling boutiques directly for local availability.
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