The new Breitling Navitimer Replica 2022 collection perpetuate the legend of the ‘navigation timer’, first unveiled in 1952. Furthermore, Breitling has now made the iconic model more desirable by providing unprecedented choice for today’s generation of horophiles.
Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43
The original model featured a tricompax layout, syringe hands and a slide rule encircling the dial. For many years, the caseback was engraved with a conversion chart. Used in conjunction with the slide-rule, the pilot could easily make all the necessary calculations for flying. It was widely considered the perfect pilots’ replica watch. Indeed, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) named the watch as its official timepiece.
The Navitimer has remained in production since its launch in 1952. Despite making some incredibly popular models, such as the Chronomat, Crosswind, Premier and SuperOcean, the Navitimer is unequivocally the golden child. Indeed, Breitling is Navitimer and vice-versa.
Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 46
Early Cheap Breitling Replica featured hand-wound movements, however, most modern-day examples of the watch are automatic, albeit there are a few exceptions. For example, the current Navitimer 1959 Edition contains the in-house Breitling Manufacture Calibre B09, a hand-wound COSC-certified movement.
The latest Navitimer models are offered in 41, 43 and 46mm case sizes. Moreover, the array of dial hues is incredible. In particular, Breitling has not been afraid of employing striking shades of copper, powder blue, dark emerald and pistachio green as well as more conventional tones. Lastly, the would-be wearer can choose from a strap or metal bracelet.
Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 46
At the heart of these new models is the sublime Calibre B01 automatic movement. This Breitling Replica Watches China Manufacture movement is fully integrated and pairs a column wheel with a vertical coupling. The push piece feel is super-smooth and because the vertical coupling is always in mesh, the central chronograph seconds hand commences its journey without hesitation or wobbling. It is, quite simply, a fabulous movement.
Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43
All watches in the new Breitling Navitimer Replica Watches Review feature an exhibition caseback, affording sight of the self-winding movement. Some purists may lament the omission of a traditional caseback marked with the aforementioned conversion chart, however, considering the notable beauty of the movement, aviators and chronograph-lovers are now indulged with a splendid vista.
For 70 years, Breitling’s original pilot’s watch has been beloved by aviators and tastemakers in equal measure. Worn by an astronaut in space and the biggest stars on Earth, it is Breitling’s most iconic timepiece. Today Breitling honours the legend with the introduction of a new Navitimer that captures its most classic features, while enhancing them with modern refinements.
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Alternating polished and brushed finishings give the metal elements a lustrous, yet understated quality. A slimmer silhouette on the oscillating weight enhances the open-caseback view of the COSC-certified High Quality Breitling Replica Manufacture Caliber 01. This movement is backed by a five-year warranty, provides approximately 70 hours of power reserve and allows the wearer to change the date—now visible through a discreet window in the subdial—at any time.
Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 41
The Best Breitling Replica Watches comes in a range of sizes (46, 43 or 41 mm), two case materials (stainless steel or 18-karat red gold) and a choice of straps (semi-shiny alligator or seven-row metal bracelet). Modern colours in shades of blue, green and copper define its updated dial options. And if there is one feature sure to spark nostalgia, it’s the return of the AOPA wings to their original position at 12 o’clock.
