Breitling just released a preview of their first smart watch which will launch next week at Baselworld. Last year Breitling announced the B50, which at the time was their most cutting-edge electronic multifunction SuperQuartzTM chronograph movement with analog and digital displays made for pilots. The new B55 is essentially a more advanced, connected version of…

Breitling recently introduced the Aerospace Evo Night Mission timepiece, presented in a new black satin-brushed titanium case. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the analog-digital thermo-compensated Superquartz multi-function timepiece there will be a special 300 piece version with a yellow dial. The Aerospace Evo Night Mission timepiece is powered by caliber 79 and features an…

Aesthetically similar to the Breitling Navitimer Blue Sky that we covered in 2012, the new Breitling Navitimer GMT Aurora Blue adds a second timezone and 5 mm to the case diameter. The Navitimer GMT is powered by automatic caliber B04 which beats at 4Hz, has 47 jewels, and a 70-hour power reserve. In addition to…

In October 2016, Breitling announced a special edition of their most famous model – the Navitimer – which first came out in 1952. Over the years there have been numerous re-editions, including here and here, however, for 2016, they came out with a slightly smaller 42 mm diameter model with a bit more vintage flair.…

To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic Navitimer, Breitling has introduced a 500-piece limited edition watch with a special Aurora blue dial. The Navitimer, which has been continuously produced since 1952, has long been a favorite among pilots. Its famous circular slide rule bezel allows for fast airborne navigation calculations such as: average speed,…

Fullscreen We recently visited the New York City Breitling boutique which is located in Manhattan on 57th Street at Fifth Ave. The three level store, which opened in January 2011, is the brand’s US flagship. If you want to see the most complete selection of Breitling timepieces in the country, it is here. They also…

Breitling has just announced a very nice addition to their vintage inspired Transocean collection, the Chronograph GMT. We have been big fans of the Transocean line because while not paying homage to any specific vintage piece, the styling of these watches are a perfect nod to Breitlings of the past and have authentic vintage styling…

Earlier this month, Breitling launched a technically impressive new digital-analog Pilot’s Chronograph wristwatch. The Breitling Cockpit B50’s coolest feature is the “titling motion activated” backlighting system. A simple tilt of the wrist automatically activates the dial’s backlight so it is readable in all conditions. The caveat, is that you have to recharge it, which is…

Breitling has announced a new limited edition version of the Transocean Chronograph with a special two-tone dial and a double caseback. The 43 mm diameter stainless steel case has the same dimensions as the regular production version of the Transocean Chronograph. However, the crucial element that distinguishes this Transocean Chronograph from regular production models, is…

Today, Breitling announced a new chronograph with a second time zone display, made for pilots. The Chronoliner features a base Swiss movement that has a chronograph and a 24-hour second time zone display. The movement is housed in a large 46 mm diameter steel case with a black ceramic bi-directional rotating bezel. The chronograph can…

The is a reference 7101 Breitling Pult Chronograph from 1974, powered by a Valjoux caliber 7740. There is another Breitling Pult, reference 2117, that is powered by caliber 11, and notably has the crown located at 6 o’clock. Whereas the watch (shown), reference 7101, has a Valjoux 7740 powering it, and the crown is located…

With an aggressive blackened titanium case measuring 48 mm x 14.40 mm – and with a depth rating of 300 meters – the new Breitling Avenger Blackbird is essentially a larger, more robust version of the Avenger Blackbird 44. Both the 48 and 44 mm versions share the same design, same dial, and same automatic…