The Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 (Reference:
AB0138211B1A1) is a legendary pilot's watch that captivates with its iconic design and technical sophistication. It was redesigned for the 70th anniversary of the Navitimer collection, combining traditional elements with modern accents.
Design and Aesthetics
The watch is presented in a case made of robust
stainless steel, measuring
43 mm in diameter and with a case thickness of 13.69 mm. The black dial creates an elegant contrast to the silver-coloured chronograph totalizers (sub-dials at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock), which create a "panda look". The classic, bi-directional rotating bezel with the integrated
circular slide rule (which allows pilots to make all necessary flight calculations) is an essential feature of the Navitimer range. The indices and hands are coated with
Super-LumiNova® to ensure optimal readability even in poor lighting conditions.
Heart: The Manufacture Caliber 01
Inside the watch beats the highly precise,
COSC-certified Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01. This mechanical self-winding movement is known for its reliability and performance, offering an impressive
power reserve of approximately 70 hours. The movement features a column-wheel control mechanism and a vertical clutch, which ensures particularly precise operation of the chronograph. The artfully crafted movement can be admired through the transparent sapphire crystal case back.
Functionality and Details
- Reference Number: AB0138211B1A1
- Case Material: Stainless steel
- Diameter: 43 mm
- Movement: Automatic, Manufacture Caliber B01
- Dial Colour: Black
- Glass: Domed sapphire crystal, glare-proofed on both sides
- Water Resistance: 3 ATM (3 bar), protected against splashes
- Bracelet: The model AB0138211B1A1 is typically supplied with an elegant and robust stainless steel bracelet with a folding clasp.
- Functions: ¼-second chronograph, 30-minute and 12-hour totalizers, date at the 6 o'clock position, circular slide rule.
The Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 is more than just a timepiece; it is a piece of aviation history that looks excellent both on a pilot's wrist and in everyday life. It embodies Breitling's expertise in manufacturing precision instruments and is an absolute must-have for lovers of classic chronographs.
