Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Brown Dial Black Leather Strap Watch for Men - AB0138241K1P1

    Breitling’s iconic pilot’s chronograph – for the journey. In 1952, Willy Breitling developed a wrist-worn chronograph with a circular slide rule that would allow pilots to perform all necessary flight calculations. Two years later, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) announced the design as its official timepiece. The “navigation timer” – or Navitimer – was born. The AOPA was (and remains) the largest pilots’ club in the world, counting nearly every US aviator among its ranks. As the defacto pilot’s watch throughout the glory days of civil aviation, the Navitimer was worn by airline captains and aircraft enthusiasts. It even made its way into space on the wrist of astronaut Scott Carpenter in 1962. And it wasn’t only pilots drawn to the watch’s irrepressible aesthetic. Celebrities of the day such as Miles Davis and Serge Gainsbourg were devotees, proving that the Navitimer had style as well as function.

    There have been many iterations of Breitling’s icon since its debut 70 years ago, but this new Navitimer captures its most classic features, while enhancing them with modern refinements. A flattened slide rule and a domed crystal create the illusion of a sleeker profile. Alternating polished and brushed metal elements give a lustrous, yet understated finish. Most notably, new colors in shades of blue, green and copper, define the updated dial options. And if there is one update sure to spark nostalgia, it’s the return of the AOPA wings to their original position at 12 o’clock. For 70 years, Breitling’s original pilot’s watch has been beloved by aviators and tastemakers in equal measure. Worn by astronauts in space and the biggest stars on earth, it is Breitling’s most iconic timepiece and one of the most recognizable watches of all time.

    Breitling’s iconic pilot’s chronograph – for the journey.
In 1952, Willy Breitling developed a wrist-worn chronograph with a circular slide rule that would allow pilots to perform all necessary flight calculations. Two years later, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) announced the design as its official timepiece. The “navigation timer” – or Navitimer – was born. 
The AOPA was (and remains) the largest pilots’ club in the world, counting nearly every US aviator among its ranks. As the defacto pilot’s watch throughout the glory days of civil aviation, the Navitimer was worn by airline captains and aircraft enthusiasts. It even made its way into space on the wrist of astronaut Scott Carpenter in 1962. And it wasn’t only pilots drawn to the watch’s irrepressible aesthetic. Celebrities of the day such as Miles Davis and Serge Gainsbourg were devotees, proving that the Navitimer had style as well as function. 
There have been many iterations of Breitling’s icon since its debut 70 years ago, but this new Navitimer captures its most classic features, while enhancing them with modern refinements. A flattened slide rule and a domed crystal create the illusion of a sleeker profile. Alternating polished and brushed metal elements give a lustrous, yet understated finish. Most notably, new colors in shades of blue, green and copper, define the updated dial options. And if there is one update sure to spark nostalgia, it’s the return of the AOPA wings to their original position at 12 o’clock. 
For 70 years, Breitling’s original pilot’s watch has been beloved by aviators and tastemakers in equal measure. Worn by astronauts in space and the biggest stars on earth, it is Breitling’s most iconic timepiece and one of the most recognizable watches of all time.

    AVIATION HERATIGE

    A modern take on Breitling’s original beloved pilot’s watch, the Navitimer B01 Chronograph is a vision of classic excellence.

    Honouring the legend of a timepiece that not only adorned the wrists of pilots for over 70 years, but also accompanied astronauts into space and joined the biggest stars on earth on the red carpet.

    Preserving the classic features of the model with refined modern enhancements, this timepiece is a model of understated quality and precision timekeeping. A compact profile, alternating polished and brushed finishes, and an unmistakable dial featuring three chronograph counters, create an elegant addition to the Navitimer family.

    ICONIC DETAILS

    This Navitimer timepiece features a 43mm stainless steel case with a notched bezel for easy grip.

    The striking copper dial is neatly contrasted with stainless steel baton indexes, and a discreet date window situated at the 6 o’clock position.

    The iconic AOPA wings return to their original 12 o’clock position on the dial for a hint of nostalgia, with an open-caseback allowing an uninterrupted view of the COSC-certified Breitling 01 calibre movement.

    The timepiece features a black alligator strap and a sapphire crystal domed case for optimal comfort and clarity.

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