zelin0802 / July 1, 2022

Breitling Unveils New Super Ocean Automatic Watch

As a brand, Breitling is arguably best known for its chronographs. However, the renowned Swiss manufacturer also has a long history in producing dive watches, dating back to 1957. The latest addition to the Superocean, Breitling’s collection dedicated to divers, draws from the highly sought-after Breitling Superocean slow-motion diving chronographs produced in the 1960s and 1970s in a variety of sizes, colours and materials aesthetic inspiration. Although the original model was specifically designed for scuba diving,

The new Breitling SuperOcean Automatic collection is available in 36mm, 42mm, 44mm and 46mm case sizes, while material options include stainless steel, two-tone (steel and 18k red gold) and available in 42mm and Breitling representations The 44mm model is highly resistant to corrosion while still being able to develop a unique and subtle sheen. As they are part of the larger Superocean collection, all new models feature rotating chronograph bezels with scratch- and fade-resistant ceramic inserts. The 36mm, 42mm and 44mm models feature a standard unidirectional rotating bezel, while the 46mm version features a bidirectional bezel including a patented locking mechanism. On all new Breitling Superocean automatics,

Available in a number of different colours depending on the watch’s case size, the dial of the new Breitling Superocean Automatic is where the retro slow-motion influence immediately manifests. Like the original model, the dial is surrounded by a high-contrast ring that contains the minute track, while the face of the dial is adorned with chunky square and rectangular hour markers. The original Slow Motion’s distinctive square minute hand also returns, with the seconds hand receiving a coloured circular tip as a subtle nod to the “dot” – a circular window that appears on the original Breitling Slow Motion dial depending on whether the chronograph is running, paused or Stop showing models in different colors. Also, as you would expect from a proper dive watch,

The biggest difference between the vintage Breitling fake slow-motion models and the new Superocean automatic is their function. The original version was a chronograph modified to feature a centrally mounted chronograph hand that measured minutes rather than seconds (hence its “slow-motion” moniker), while the latest addition to the Superocean series is a traditional three-piece. Needle Watches. Regardless of case size or metal choice, all new Breitling Superocean Automatic models are powered by the Calibre 17, a version of the brand’s reliable and ubiquitous ETA 2824-2. Like most movements featuring this famous ETA design, the Breitling Calibre 17 runs at 28,800vph and offers users a fairly standard 38-hour power reserve. With this in mind, while the Breitling Cal. 17 is used to drive the many different models in the brand’s current production range, the version fitted to the new Superocean Automatic watch is the dateless variant, as all new models offer a symmetrical time-only display.

In terms of dial colors and strap options, the new Breitling SuperOcean Automatic is available in a variety of different colors, with a choice of rubber straps or three-link metal bracelets. Both the strap and bracelet options feature a folding clasp with 15mm of fine adjustment, allowing it to slip over the sleeves of hazmat suits and wetsuits. With this in mind, not all options are available for every different case size and material option. For example, dial colors include black, blue, green, turquoise, brown, silver, white and orange. However, you’ll only find an orange dial on the smallest 36mm model, and on the limited edition of the 42mm Superocean Automatic, made in collaboration with professional surfer Kelly Slater, it features A green rubber strap pays homage to the watch that my late father used to wear when he was growing up and learning to surf. Likewise, the bronze model is only available with a rubber strap, while the two-tone model is only produced in 42mm, with the option of a black dial and bezel.

While much of Breitling’s heritage is associated with pilots’ watches and the world of aviation, its Superocean diver’s Online fake watch collection has been around since 1957 and offers a variety of unique designs that Breitling has increasingly sought inspiration in recent years. The new Breitling Superocean Automatic takes the unique aesthetic of the original slow-motion diving chronograph and reimagines it in a practical and versatile form, with enough colors, materials and case sizes to suit everyone’s personal taste and preferences.

zelin0802 / June 29, 2022

Jacob & Co. x Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon

There are countless car-themed watches, entire watch brands built around the connection between motorsport and timekeeping, and the most recognizable names in the horology world can be seen as sponsors of motorsport and motorsports events around the world. But while some watchmakers will simply add stripes to the dial or rally strap of a decades-old coronameter Bugatti, Jacob & Co. takes “automotive inspiration” to the next level.

The watch’s marketing materials talk about recreating the visceral feel of the Bugatti W16 in a timepiece, but the problem is that traditional watch movements can’t capture the energy and power of such a high-performance car. So instead of creating a movement that represents Bugatti’s elegance and engineering, they decided to produce what may be the most complicated car brand watch ever built, a functional replica of Bugatti’s 16-cylinder engine, complete with working pistons and a rotating mechanism. Turbocharger.

Push the right-hand crown of the clock and the engine kicks in—the crankshaft turns and the pistons pump up and down, just like a real internal combustion engine. When the engine is running, two “turbochargers” (four in an actual Chiron engine) on the sides of the engine block spin. Consisting of 578 components, the movement is a complication of the highest level for the development team.Jacob & Co Bugatti Chiron

Aside from the animation inside, the case is designed to capture the shape of the Chiron, including the iconic Bugatti grille and side scoops, and the movement is even suspended by micro coil springs. The watch itself is rather flashy, but once you see it in motion, the beauty of the engineering shines through.

Specification:
Dimensions: 54mm x 44mm
Case Material: Black Titanium; Sapphire Front and Back
Water resistance: 30 meters
Strap/Bracelet: Rubber with titanium folding clasp
Caliber: Jacob & Co. Manufacturer. Manual winding JCAM37
Dimensions: 41.70mm x 36mm
Thickness: 15.60mm power reserve
: 60-hour winding
: Manual
Frequency: 21,600 vph
Gems: 51

zelin0802 / June 24, 2022

Jacob & Co. x Bugatti Chiron Orange Sapphire Crystal Timepiece

Bugatti and Jacob & Co luxury signed a partnership in 2019, and we’ve seen luxurious, exclusive and never-before-seen timepieces that celebrate beautiful timepieces and performance supercars. After a year of development, the two companies have recreated the visual style and feel of the legendary Bugatti 16-cylinder engine.

As the latest development in the partnership, Bugatti and Jacob & Co have launched the Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Orange Sapphire Crystal watch. Aside from the imitation engine, the case follows the smooth lines of the Chiron and places it under a large orange sapphire crystal to celebrate the car and jeweler.

In the Chiron Tourbillon Orange Sapphire, the engine is started by 16 pistons when the right crown is pressed. The two simulated turbos on the side of the “engine” also spin for great visuals.

Along with a total of 578 moving parts, the engine includes a car-like suspension, left, center, and right crowns to set the time, wind the movement and animation, and animate the engine separately.

With a 60-hour power reserve, like a car’s fuel tank, the watch is housed in a 41.7 x 36 mm orange sapphire case that takes 120 hours to reach maximum transparency and polish. fake watches price

zelin0802 / June 22, 2022

Lightweight luxury by Richard Mille

How does a company that was obscure just 20 years ago find itself brushing aside brands worth six or seven figures?

We might see it as one of watchmaking’s quickest success stories at the turn of the millennium. Twenty years ago, a completely unknown name, unusual top replica watch styles, high prices, disruptive marketing and revolutionary materials came together to create a business that made sense in both watchmaking and marketing , which requires a lot of courage.

Moving beyond the media hype to build a lasting watchmaking business can be a challenge for any up-and-coming brand. It’s hard to bring historic names like Czapek, Louis Moinet or Charles Girardier back to life. It’s harder to start from scratch – having to literally justify everything, including your own, without the benefits of past outstanding surnames.

Not for the faint of heart
Richard Mille fake has succeeded in doing this, taking an unusual approach and taking the watchmaking world by storm with unforeseen technology, design and radical spirit. It’s worth recalling that twenty years ago, when a magazine received an ad for Richard Mille, the advertising department would always call the brand to point out the price next to the picture of the watch, which was unthinkable at the time. This is naturally considered a bug. Not like this: it’s just Richard Mille’s way of brazenly declaring that buying a piece from him will cost you at least €100,000. This is how he left his mark.

lighter means stronger
The second fundamental disruption has to do with the weight of the watch. Until the early 2000s, the strength of a watch was proportional to its weight. The heavier and more imposing it is, the more solid and solid it exudes. Richard Mille strives to achieve the exact opposite: minimum weight and maximum strength. It’s a real paradigm shift that overturns an almost instinctive belief by proving that a 60-gram tourbillon is not as simple as a 300-gram tourbillon – it’s actually more powerful.

material competition
The third fundamental disruption is closely related to the first and involves innovative materials. At a time when watchmaking embraced silicon hairsprings wholeheartedly (at the expense of some extremely expensive fundamental research by Patek Philippe, Athens and the Swatch Group), Richard Mille focused primarily on the materials used to make the case: titanium, carbon steel , TPT quartz and graphene. All of these were previously unknown in the industry, or at best rarely used. This opened up a huge marketing opportunity for Richard Mille, as well as an opportunity to set prices that defied all reason. It’s a risky move – but it’s just a ticket for collectors who have only a little reason to consider when they decide to buy from this completely unknown young brand.

Rugged Haute Horlogerie
A fourth fundamental subversion has to do with movement design: specifically, the integration of previously considered highly fragile complications, such as tourbillons, into sports watches designed to withstand any and all shocks, especially any acceleration . Twenty years ago, in an unforgettable moment at his retailer, Richard Mille angrily threw one of his own tourbillons to the ground to prove it could withstand absolutely anything. The retailer in question picked up the watch in disbelief – finding that Miller was right.

very close circle of friends
The fifth and final fundamental disruption has to do with marketing. Richard Mille didn’t just invite athletes to wear his watches; he involved them in the design process. Rafael Nadal has been known to break countless tourbillons before the watchmaker managed to come up with a piece that was nearly indestructible. Pablo Mac Donough is another such athlete. What’s more, these partnerships are not limited to working on the technical aspects of each model: Richard Mille is also notable for the long-standing personal relationship he maintains with each ambassador. While he occasionally seeks out some partners in a more opportunistic way, most of them are indeed part of his close circle of friends – thus explaining why the brand has been particularly active in motorsport, and for decades, Richard Richard Mille has been involved. Perhaps it’s no coincidence that the company’s new Paris base is near the headquarters of the French Motorsport Federation.

Today, the brand has become an important part of the haute horlogerie industry. Richard Mille and his lifelong friend and colleague Dominique Guénat own the same stake. One in Paris, the other in Les Breleux; one oversees management and marketing, the other a wizard of sophistication and materials: they are inseparable.

Their descendants seem to be equally inseparable. The two founding partners are now 70, which is the age at which they announced they would start handing over things; in fact, that’s what they’re doing now. Their three children are now leading the brand’s operations, working together in Switzerland and France, just like their parents, with Mille’s backing – and still keeping a close eye – eyes. luxury Richard Mille and Dominique Guénat may be leaving their management positions, but they remain on the board for now.

zelin0802 / June 20, 2022

Zenith “El Primero 50th Anniversary” Anniversary Set

Your own cheap Zenith El Primero museum – with room to grow.

1969 was largely a watershed year in watchmaking. The year marked the beginning of what was almost over – the first commercial quartz watch, the Seiko Astron, debuted in Tokyo on Christmas Day. As it happens, something else debuted that year, and its fortunes would be profoundly affected by that launch. Zenith El Primero is the world’s first full-rotor automatic high-frequency chronograph, and one of three self-winding chronograph movements launched that year, along with Seiko’s own 6139 movement, and Breitling/ Tag Heuer/Bren Collaboration, calibre 11. Of the three movements, only one is still in production, and it’s still in production after 50 years, Zenith celebrates its debut with a 50th Anniversary Collection, which includes three different El Primero timepieces , these timepieces were particularly important in the development of the movement – and a few extras.

El Primero’s history is a bit peculiar in the 1970s—in 1971, the Zenith cheap Watch Company was sold to the Chicago Zenith Radio Company, which decided the future was quartz (a not unreasonable assumption at the time). Zenith Chicago decided in 1975 to shut down El Primero production, and all the tools, components, and pretty much everything else in the building should be sold or thrown away. The rest is history, and watchmaking legends – builder Charles Vermot, a Zenith employee who had the vision (or stubbornness, or both) to fight the boss and put El Primero’s Tools and plans are hidden in the factory attic. Gradually, people became interested in it – first from Ebel and then, most crucially, from Rolex,

In the intervening decades, El Primero made its way into more and more Zenith watches, and at the same time, it underwent a technological evolution. Two of the most important advancements increased the resolution of the chronograph. The 36,000 vph chronograph was a major technical achievement in 1969, and in 2010 the El Primero Striking 10th took the next step. While the Striking 10th has the same frequency as the original El Primero, it has a new chronograph gear train that supports a central hand that rotates every 10 seconds, a 30-minute counter and a 60-second counter at 6 o’clock Three o’clock – allows direct reading of 1/10 second intervals. In 2017, the cheap Zenith Defy 21 was introduced with two independent balance wheels, one vibrating at 36,000 vph and the other 360,000 vph, allowing it to be timed with a resolution of 1/100th of a second. Original El Primero reference. The 1969 A386 has been fully reproduced in the 50th anniversary series trilogy, while the Striking 10th appears in Chronomaster 2 El Primero, and the Zenith El Primero Defy 21 is even more perfect.

The set comes in a display box and, interestingly, there’s a place for an extra watch. In addition to the original, El Primero already exists in 1/10th and 1/100th versions, with empty slots marked “1/1000th of a second” – the idea is for the future, when the 1/1000th of a second El Primero production model becomes In reality, those who own the 50th anniversary set will have the option to buy it and complete the collection. (There is no possibility that there will be a mechanical chronograph with 1/10,000th of a second).

The A386 version is an extremely faithful reproduction of the 1969 original. According to Zenith, they actually even laser scanned the original model to ensure the reissue was as high-fidelity as possible. One major difference between the replica and the original is the use of a sapphire crystal on the new model (the caseback is also sapphire, while the original A386 had a solid caseback). The movement is the latest production version of the original calibre 3019 PHC, the calibre El Primero 400 – for all the relatively subtle modern updates and technical improvements, it’s still an A386 for anyone looking for the best of both retro and A modern classic El Primero design that will please a lot, including the 38mm case diameter.

Powered by Caliber 3600, the Chronomaster 21 El Primero is very different in style from the original Striking Tenths watch (reviewed by HODINKEE founder Ben Clymer when it was officially unveiled in July 2011). The most notable update is the addition of a ceramic bezel, which makes it easier to read elapsed time from 1/10 of the central seconds hand (as well as providing an additional measure of scratch resistance). It’s still fairly classic and has a fairly strong visual connection to the A386, albeit with a slightly larger 42mm case, thanks to the iconic tri-colour overlapping sub-dials. review4uwatch.com

Defy El Primero 21 is stylistically the most significantly different member of the series from the original. The open dial is controversial among El Primero retro fans, but this model does retain the original tri-color sub-dial. If you have any doubts about the version of El Primero you’re looking at, when you start the chronograph, they disappear instantly – the second hand makes one revolution per second, which is a breathtaking thing. It’s the largest of the three at 44mm in diameter, but the titanium case makes things lighter on the wrist, and as a technological powerhouse, it’s the undisputed front runner of the collection.

This includes, I should mention, a few things other than the collection itself – a visit to the Zenith Manufacture to see the El Primero movements and watches being made. The set includes a mold for the El Primero 400 chronograph coupling wheels, if you are one of the owners, you can use your mold to make a pair of these wheels when you are at the factory; your name will be Engraved in it, and part of the exhibition at the entrance to the attic, Charles Vermot hides El Primero from decades ago.

Of course, this set seems to be aimed squarely at relatively wealthy El Primero enthusiasts, but in its own right it is also an interesting museum showing the evolution of high-frequency chronographs in general, and the El Primero in particular. Adding to the customer experience when buying a special or limited edition is something we’re likely to see more of as high-end watch brands seek to further differentiate themselves from one another. All manifestations of the El Primero are unique in the history of watchmaking – if you are a cheap men watch nut with a card, you should probably experience it for yourself and appreciate its unique place in the history of watchmaking, not to mention it Miraculously survived the singularity of the Quartz Crisis.

zelin0802 / June 18, 2022

Panerai Luminor Goldtech Calendario Perpetuo Ref. PAM01269

Launched the last phase of the long-term identity change of the Italian original brand, the Luminor Goldtech model with perpetual calendar. Collectors will own one of the 33 watches, and they will also have the opportunity to attend special events that will take place in Florence and Tuscany.

Reference PAM01269 features a 44mm diameter 18K Goldtech gold case with a polished finish. This patented Goldtech alloy has a unique color and durability due to the platinum content in the material. The case is equipped with sapphire crystals on both sides and is water-resistant to 50 meters. The crown protector, a signature detail of the Luminor model, is made of brushed gold.

Powered by the in-house Calibre P.4100 movement, this model is equipped with one of the most unique complications in luxury watchmaking: the perpetual calendar. The 6.9mm thick movement has 55 jewels, beats at 4Hz (28.800vph) and offers a power reserve of 3 days (up to 72 hours) when fully wound. Powered by a double barrel system, the movement has a special function that stops and resets the seconds hand when the crown is pulled for precise time adjustment.

In the center of the dial, there is a second time zone indicator along with hour and minute hands. Unlike the traditional GMT display, the blue hand on the indicator rotates twice a day. An indicator at 9 o’clock shows the second time zone via a 24-hour scale. The display also has a small second hand. Day and date display at 3 o’clock. best made replica watches

When we turn the case back, a rather complicated scene comes into view. The movement is wound by a solid 22K gold micro-rotor and includes the month, leap year, year and remaining power reserve indications on the back.

The new model comes with a black alligator leather strap and a trapezoidal clasp of the same material as the case. The lug width is 24mm. This model is limited to 33 units. The lucky owners of these watches will have the opportunity to take part in one of the most extraordinary tours in Italy and receive NFTs prepared by famous artists. This NFT will also be the key to accessing a range of experiences that will continue after the trip. best replica watch brands

zelin0802 / June 13, 2022

All new Hublot and Marvel models for 2022

A watch with a new look, lots of colourful cases and facets… quintessential Hublot.

Hublot launched four major new products during its first participation in the Geneva Watch Wonder. First, the Big Bang Integral Ceramic comes in four new colours, while the Big Bang Tourbillon appears in a striking purple sapphire crystal case. There were also new Orlinski models, with faceted bracelets reflecting the artist’s style, and last but not least, a freshly shaped watch called the Square Bang burst on the scene. We have listed them here!

Hublot BIG BANG Monolithic Ceramics
Hublot is constantly releasing new versions of its successful Integral model, the Big Bang’s integrated bracelet. Four new monochromatic colorways have been introduced: Blue Indigo, Sky Blue, Sand Beige and Jungle Green. This 42mm watch is powered by the latest version of the Unico movement, the brand’s dial-side column-wheel automatic chronograph.

42mm x 13.45mm – Ceramic case – Water-resistant to 100 meters – Automatic movement HUB1280 Unico, 4Hz, 72-hour power reserve – Hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph, date – Ceramic bracelet with titanium deployment clasp

Hublot BIG BANG TOURBILLON Automatic Purple Sapphire
This new edition of the Big Bang Automatic Tourbillon Sapphire watch stands out for its distinctive purple color. According to the brand, this new purple shade is a composite of Al₂O₃ (aluminum oxide) and chrome. The watch is powered by the HUB6035 movement, a skeleton tourbillon with a micro-rotor. The transparent purple rubber strap comes with a patented one-touch interchange system.

44mm x 14.5mm – Polished purple sapphire case – Water resistant to 30 meters – Automatic movement HUB6035, 3Hz, 72-hour power reserve – Hours, minutes and tourbillon – Purple rubber strap and titanium folding clasp

Hublot Classic Fusion Orlinsky Bracelet
Since 2017, Hublot has been releasing Richard Orlinski editions, which showcase the angular style typical of the French artist’s work. The four new models launched on the occasion of Watches and Wonders 2022 feature a new faceted one-piece metal bracelet that showcases the iconic design. The watch has a diameter of 40mm and is made of titanium. Inside is the automatic movement HUB1100 (based on the Sellita SW300).

40mm x 11.1mm – Polished Titanium Case – Water Resistant to 50m – Automatic Movement HUB1100, 4Hz, 42-Hour Power Reserve – Hours, Minutes and Seconds – Faceted Titanium Bracelet and Folding Clasp

Hublot SQUARE BANG UNICO
As the name suggests, Square Bang Unico offers an alien square version of the Hublot Big Bang. The new timepieces are available in five 42mm models. The first three materials are pure titanium, black ceramic or king gold. The last two mix titanium or king gold with a black ceramic bezel. Under the hood is the internal HUB1280 Unico automatic chronograph. Each watch is equipped with a black rubber strap and a folding clasp in the same material as the case.

42mm x 14.5mm – Ceramic, Titanium/Ceramic, Titanium, King Gold/Ceramic or King Gold Case – Water Resistant to 100m – HUB1280 Unico Self-Winding Caliber, 4Hz, 72 Hours Power Reserve – Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds , chronograph, date – rubber strap and folding clasp – all black.

zelin0802 / June 11, 2022

Hublot Launches Big Bang Integral Tourbillon Repeater Ceramic

Ceramic Acoustics.

Hublot launched a series of candy-colored ceramic one-piece bracelet watches at Watches & Wonders 2022, followed by a “highly complicated” ceramic watch, the Big Bang Integral Cathedral Minute Repeater Ceramic.

While end-to-end ceramic complication watches already exist, ceramic chronographs are rare, and only Hublot and Audemars Piguet have made such watches. The Big Bang Integral is a novel way of combining a tourbillon and a minute repeater, in fact, with a longer-than-usual cathedral gong.

Compared to most compelling watches that are only moisture resistant, it manages to be water resistant due to the challenge of sealing the slider while allowing maximum sound transmission.

The latest Big Bang Integral perfectly encapsulates Hublot as a brand, showing its strengths (and some of its weaknesses). Powered by a complex in-house movement, paired with a case and bracelet, it showcases the brand’s proficiency with unusual materials – all thanks to the brand’s extensive and flexible manufacturing.

In typical Hublot fashion, even a black watch is loud — visually rather than acoustically. It looks like a Hublot, and the brand essentially has only one aesthetic. It has a technical and modern aesthetic that complements the open dial, a feature uncommon in minute repeaters but useful because it reveals the entire striking system.

The Tourbillon Repeater is an expensive watch, but affordable for a watch like this. At the same time, it has a higher finish on the ceramic case and bracelet than older Hublots, making it a more compelling proposition.

Ceramics and Integrated
The Tourbillon Repeater is the flagship model of the Big Bang Integral collection, the brand’s first ever watch with a one-piece bracelet, but it was only available two years ago. Although recent, the watch still feels familiar thanks to the well-designed bracelet that flows into the case.

While open dials are common for Hublot, they are relatively rare for classic Haute Horlogerie complications such as the minute repeater. Here, it reveals the striking mechanism normally hidden under the dial, allowing you to see the racks and snails responsible for facilitating the repeater’s striking.

The repeater uses a cathedral gong that wraps twice around the circumference of the movement, rather than once like a traditional repeater. The extended length provides a louder chime.

It is worth noting that thoughtful details are also incorporated into the movement structure. The tourbillon is not blocked by any gears in motion like a tourbillon movement. Instead, the center wheel sits right on the edge of the tourbillon cage. This shows a focus on the aesthetics of the tourbillon, although it is let down by a relatively simple cage.

Although it does not have a traditional dial, the tourbillon minute repeater still has indexes fixed to the dial flange to ensure legibility

It can be observed that the decoration of the movement is a mix of machine and manual treatments.

For example, most bridges have wide, flat bevels with faint machining marks indicating that the bevels were done on a CNC machine. Meanwhile, more important parts like the governor’s hammer and bridge are adorned with circular polished bevels that can only be done by hand.

On the front, the visible steel components are finished with a neat ruled surface and hand-chamfered.

Hublot Big Bang Integrated Minute Repeater Ceramic
refer to. 458.CX.1170.CX.YOS (black)
refer to. 458.HX.1170.HX.YOS (white)

Diameter: 43mm
Height: 14.15mm
Material: Ceramic
Crystal: Sapphire
Water resistance: 30 m

Movement: MHUB8001.H1.RH
Functions: Hours, minutes, tourbillon, minute repeater Winding: Automatic winding
: automatic
Frequency: 21,600 beats per hour (3 Hz)
Power reserve: 80 hours

Strap: Matching ceramic bracelet

zelin0802 / June 9, 2022

Breitling CHRONOMAT B01 42: Everything you need to know

When you’re browsing luxury watch collections online and looking to buy a new timepiece, you’ve probably come across the Breitling Chronomat B01 42. Several luxury jewelry stores in Toronto carry it.

The Chronomat B01 42 is one of the best-selling Breitling watches since the 1980s, when it was born after the quartz crisis. Many watch lovers attribute this model to the mainstream popularity of mechanical chronographs. The Chronomat B01 42 also contributed to Breitling’s long-term success and the industry.

Updated for 2020, this beautiful timepiece retains the functionality and quality it has always been known for. If you want to buy this watch online, read on to find out more:

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Breitling’s Chronomat timepieces have been around since the 1940s, when the company patented a circular slide rule to the Swiss government. Combining the words “chronograph” and “mathematics”, Breitling came up with the term “Chronomat”, emphasizing the watch’s focus on the fields of engineering and mathematics.

The first Chronomat watch was produced in 1941 and sold very well, which inspired the Navitimer, which also had a slide rule bezel. The Breitling Chronomat was also one of the timepieces that launched the first automatic chronographs in the 1960s in collaboration with Heuer, Dubois Depraz and Buren.

80’s CHRONOMAT
The heavyweight Navitimer Chronomat was released in 1984 and quickly became the best-selling model. By 1987, it had become so popular that it had its own collection.

new CHRONOMAT
The Breitling Chronomat we know now is the B01 42, which comes with a reinforced 42mm stainless steel case. It still has the distinctive features of the original Chronomat from the 80s, especially the onion-shaped crown, the Rouleaux bracelet and the rider tag on the bezel.

Watch experts agree that the latest design has a sense of sophistication not found in earlier timepieces. For example, the rider tags on the Chronomat B02 42 are flatter, wider and have minimal polarization, but they function similarly to the original design, such as being able to reverse the “45” and “15” tags. best replica watch site

zelin0802 / June 8, 2022

Breitling Navitimer B02 Chronograph 41 Cosmonaute

In the 1960s, Breitling’s aviation chronograph was known as the king of pilot luxury fake watches. At the same time, however, the world is moving beyond air travel and into space exploration. This has prompted another kind of competition among watch brands, trying to see who can get their brands into the arms of astronauts on arduous space missions.

We all know about Omega’s Speedmaster and the legacy it left behind when the first watch went to the moon, but there’s actually another watch that actually made it to space first, and that’s the famous Swiss brand Breitling. watch. Breitling’s extensive experience with pilot watches helped them stand out when picking a brand for space missions. On May 24, 1962, during the Mercury-Atlas 7 mission, Breitling earned the title of “the first Swiss space watch” as astronaut Scott Carpenter orbited the Earth three times wearing a Navitimer Cosmonaute model.

Carpenter was so familiar with the Breitling pilot model during the flight that he personally asked to buy the Navitimer Cosmonaute. The Navitimer Cosmonaute is a variant of the Aviator timepiece with a 24-hour dial that distinguishes between day and night in space.

Today marks the 60th anniversary of the famous Mercury-Atlas 7 mission, and to commemorate this special occasion, Breitling has released not only Carpenter’s original Navitimer Cosmonaute, but also a special modern version of the timepiece. The Breitling 2022 Navitimer Cosmonaute is limited to 362 pieces. The three represent the number of times they orbited the Earth, while 62 represent the year 1962 when the mission took place.

The Navitimer Cosmonaute has all the iconic details that make the Navitimer what it is today. From a circular slide rule for mathematical calculations, to the “wings” logo of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, to a panda dial design with three sub-dials in contrasting colors. The main ingredient that sets the Cosmonaute apart from other Navitimers is the 24-hour clock. The Breitling Manufacture Caliber B02 is a brand new movement designed to carry a 24-hour time.

This latest version of Cosmonaute is as faithful to the original as possible. Appearance and design, the new Cosmonaute replicates the original with an all-black dial and strap options with a black alligator leather strap and seven-row stainless steel bracelet. The main difference is the use of materials, now the 41mm case has a platinum bezel. This timepiece features a beige super luminous material that adds even more color to the monochromatic dial in addition to the red on the bezel inscription. Breitling fake

As mentioned earlier, the movement inside is a Breitling-made Calibre B02 movement. This is a mechanical hand (manual) winding movement that operates at 28,800 VpH (4hz). This COSC-certified movement also offers a power reserve of approximately 70 hours. The difference between the original 1962 Cosmonaute and this 2022 version is the caseback. There is now an open sapphire crystal case back, showing a glimpse of the B02 movement. The movement decoration features a special bridge engraving to commemorate the 60th anniversary. Engravings such as “Carpenter”, “Aurora 7”, “3 Circles the Earth” and “Mercury 7”.

This latest version of the Cosmonaute pays homage to the original timepiece from 1962 while giving it a very modern update. The Cosmonaute is a true testament to the Breitling aviation watch that carries a piece of watch history that not many can boast about. Carpenter’s Cosmonaute was named “the first Swiss watch to go into space,” and the model that was released to the public shortly after maintained the same design and specifications, allowing collectors to be a part of the groundbreaking history.

Delighted with this latest creation, Breitling CEO Georges Kern said as he celebrated the 60th anniversary of the space mission: “When we launched the redesigned Navitimer earlier this year, everyone’s mouth was on it. The question always asks, ‘What about Cosmonaute?’ Today, I’m delighted to finally announce two Cosmonaute revealings: the first public view of a watch worn by Scott Carpenter in space, and a limited-edition 60th anniversary wristwatch that pays homage to his history-making pioneer. surface.”