3 recommended Breitling models!
This time, we will introduce 3 recommended models of BREITLING, a brand that has established itself as a pioneer of chronographs.
What is BREITLING?
Breitling is a Swiss watch manufacturer founded in 1884.
It is a pioneering chronograph that has produced many pilot watches.
The company's model, which has supported many pilots by installing a rotating slide rule in the wristwatch, is now producing models suitable not only for the sky but also for "land" and "sea".
Now let's take a look at the best Breitling models.
1.Navitimer
The first model to introduce is the Navitimer.
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Navitimer Chronograph 41 Ref.A13324121B1A1
"Navitimer" is a collection representing Breitling that appeared in 1952. The history of the Navitimer, a chronograph equipped with an aviation slide rule, began with the roots of the "Chronomat," which was born in the 1940s and was equipped with a rotary slide rule.
The Chronomat here is a different model from the Chronomat described later, and comes from the combination of chronograph and mathematics (mathematics). It probably got that name because it had a rotating slide rule.
After debuting with a manual-winding movement, an automatic model was also released in 1969. The lineup of current models is also diverse, and the number of limited models can be said to be the appeal of the Navitimer.
We will introduce a popular model among such Navitimers.
old navitimer
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Old Navitimer Japan Edition Ref.A13324(A132BJANP)
In 1986, the "Old Navitimer" was equipped with a hand-wound Lemania movement, Caliber 1872.
Although it was discontinued in 2003, reprint models bearing the name "Old Navitimer" are regularly released, and the Old Navitimer pictured is a Japan-only production model.
Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43
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Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Ref.AB0121(AB0121211B1A1)
It is a regular model newly announced in 2018.
Equipped with Breitling in-house developed and manufactured caliber B01. A simple logo without wings.
A classic black dial with a stable contrast with the silver indial.
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Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Ref.AB0121(AB0121211B1A1)
The back side is a skeleton specification, and you can see the movement.
Until now, only limited models of the Navitimer were transparent (with a skeleton back cover), but from 2018, regular models also have a transparent model.
There is no doubt that you will be fascinated by the beautiful movement removed from the back cover.
Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Ref.AB0121(AB0121211C1P1)
It can also be replaced with a calf or alligator strap.
By changing it according to the season, you will be able to use it fresher and longer.
2. Chronomat
"Chronomat" was born in 1984 as a flagship model of Breitling, which advocated instruments for pilots.
We will introduce such Chronomat along with its features.
Chronomat B01 42 Ref.AB0134 (AB0134101G1A1)
Equipped with a rider tab on the bezel
The unidirectional rotation prevention bezel, which can measure various things such as elapsed time in minutes, has been equipped with four protrusions = rider tabs every 15 minutes since the first generation so that it can be easily operated even with gloves on.
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Left: Chronomat 44 MOP Ref.AB0110(AB011012/G685)
Right: Chronomat 44MOP Japan Limited Ref. AB0111(AB01111A/BF68)
Tachymeter around dial
Around the circumference of the dial is equipped with a tachymeter that can measure the average speed.
It is a scale frequently used in racing chrono, but it is also extremely effective for pilot chrono, and can measure average speeds of 500 to 600 km/h.
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Left: Chronomat 44 Ref. AB0110(A011C89PA)
Right: Chronomat 44 Ref. AB0111 (AB011110/BA50)
Onion type crown
The onion type crown has been used extensively in other companies' pilot's watches even before the Chronomat, but the tip is rounded to prevent it from getting caught on the sleeve, and the deep grooves make it easy to operate while wearing gloves. It is
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Left: Chronomat 44 Jet Team Ref.MB0110(M011BJTVRB)
Right: Chronomat 44 Blue Impulse Ref.AB0110(A013CBIPS)
3. Super Ocean
In 1957, "Superocean" appeared.
As Breitling's first diver's watch, it already boasted a high-spec water resistance of 200m.
Super Ocean 44 Special Ref.M17393(M192B92OPB)
Unfortunately, production was discontinued in the 1970s, but in 1995 it reappeared as the "Colt Superocean" from the Colt series.
In 2000, it was removed from the Colt series and the model name simply changed to "Superocean".
The "Superocean Heritage" was introduced in 2017 with a modern interpretation of the original "Superocean".
Right: Superocean Heritage B20 44 Ref. AB2030(AB2030121B1A1)
There are a wide variety of sizes, 42mm, 44mm, and 46mm, and there is also a chronograph model, so you can choose the model that suits your taste.
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Super Ocean Heritage 2 Ocean Conservancy Ref.A13313(A275G-1CBA)
In 2017, a model with a case size of 44 mm appeared in the "Super Ocean Heritage 2" announced to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Super Ocean.
Divers watches with chronographs are rare, so this model is recommended for those looking for divers watches that are different from others.
summary
These are the 3 recommended models of Breitling.
I hope you can understand that Breitling has a deep philosophy and history.
You can see the inventory of Breitling here, so please check it out.