Hello! First, I'd like to ask forgiveness in advance, as I am new to the world of Breitling and high-end watches in general. I will probably ask some questions that have been posed numerous times, but I am having trouble finding the answers I need just by searching these forums.
My husband inherited a watch from his uncle, who died unexpectedly and prematurely after finding out he had a type of bone marrow cancer. His uncle was a pilot, and a wonderful man. The watch has been stored in my mother-in-law's safety deposit box for years. I asked her to retrieve it for me so I could look in to getting it in working order for my husband.
I have what appears to be all of the associated paperwork/documents that came with the watch. On the face of the watch, it says "Breitling Navitimer" but the enclosed booklet says "Aerospace". There is also a booklet that has what looks similar to a passport that has the maintenance documented, as well as an identification number: 1310146809; a Breitling Ref. number that is handwritten and says: F. 80360; and finally a Case Nr. of: 18493.
Now, for the questions. It is not in working order. I am clueless in regards to the mechanics of watches. Is this able to be fixed? Is it worth getting it fixed? The watch has such sentimental value, we would be willing to put forth some money in repairs, but probably not the cost of a brand new watch.
Any advice and/or information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!
Here are some photos of the watch (Click for the larger version):
