Willy Breitling | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1912 Saint-Imier, Switzerland |
| Died | 1979 |
| Citizenship | Swiss |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman and watchmaker |
| Organization | Breitling SA |
Willy Breitling was a Swiss watchmaker, businessman and the former president of the Swiss luxury wristwatch manufacturer Breitling SA.[1][2][3]
Willy Breitling is credited for the invention and introduction of the first two-pusher chronograph wristwatch in 1934.[4]
- ^ "Breitling SA: Private Company Information". Bloomberg Businessweek. Archived from the original on 8 October 2012. Retrieved 4 January 2011.
- ^ Breitling SA historical references
- ^ Further reading on Breitling historical relevance in watchmaking
- ^ 'GASTON BREITLING SHOWS WHAT HE CAN DO'