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In addition to Rolex, the value-added watch may come from Breitling

Are you a watch lover? Or, are you planning to purchase a branded watch and you want to know whether it will retain the value or not? Well, in that case, you are highly recommended to read through the following sections to know more about the top two watch brands that are expected to increase their corresponding values.

Of course, the very first brand which has the potential to increase its value is none other than Rolex. Rest assured that the brand is widely known for crafting marvelous timepieces which come with uncompromising quality. The second brand that’s also expected to increase the value is Breitling. Now, you must be already aware of the excellent brand recognition of this prestigious watch manufacturer.

Needless to mention, the brand has crafted a diverse selection of modern and superior timepieces that are worth to purchase. In terms of brand recognition, availability, exclusivity, and heritage, Breitling watches clearly hold one-of-a-kind value. Definitely, these timers are worth to purchase and they offer a great resale value too. Are you interested in purchasing Breitling watches? If yes, then please keep reading and reveal the best 3 Breitling watches that will most probably increase in value.

Best 3 Breitling Watches Mostly Increases in Value

i) Breitling Navimeter 1959 Re-edition Watch: This particular watch series will definitely increase in value. As the name implies, it’s a re-edition copy of its original Breitling’s iconic 1959 series. It’s a brand new edition of a retro classic timer. It combines with chronograph model and rotating slide bezel rule. Another important aspect of this timer is a 70-continuous hour power reserve.

ii) Breitling Navimeter Rattrapante Watch: This is also an exceptional timer that’s worth to purchase for sure! Breitling Navimeter Rattrapante comes with a complicated movement system that is comprised of dual-handed and split-seconds feature. Rest assured that these timers come with a terrific build quality which ensures a super long-lasting value of your purchase. Other than that, these watches deliver a very classic, professional, sophisticated, and attention-grabbing look for sure!

iii) Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42 Watch: This is another exclusive and one-of-a-kind production by this prestigious watch brand i.e. Breitling. This chronograph watch has an elegant green colored dial, along with contrasting black subdial and inner black bezel. Those customers who are looking for a rare, exclusive, and one-of-a-kind timepiece, they can definitely go for this particular model.

The Legend of the Black World, Review of the 2016 Breitling Navitimer 46 Black Steel Chronograph Wristwatch

The Breitling Navitimer Chronograph series welcomed a new large-diameter watch in 2016- Breitling Navitimer Chronograph 46 Black Steel Watch: all black body, double chronograph dial, black oscillating weight, and a new watch strap emulating the tread pattern of aircraft tires, making it stand out and attracting people’s attention, and it is still popular in nowadays.

Since its introduction in 1952, the Breitling Chronograph watch (Navitimer) has won the favor and enthusiasm of pilots and aviation flight enthusiasts. Today, this classic collection has introduced a new pure black watch: a satin-brushed black steel case with high-strength carbonization, and a black ring-shaped sliding ruler that handles all kinds of calculations required for air navigation.

However, this novel, original, cool and technological appearance is not the only highlight of the Navitimer Chronograph 46 Black Steel watch. Unlike the classic model with three silver chronograph dials, this watch has only two chronographs in the same color as the dial – the small dial at 9 o’clock and the 30 minute accumulate chronograph at 3 o’clock.. The dial as a whole is a precision and pure instrument panel. It is made of ultra-fine “par épargne” technology on the sterling silver chassis. The chronograph sub-dial hands and the central seconds hand are bright red, which perfectly strengthens this trait.

The high-performance “engine” of this watch is a Breitling-made 01 movement with the COSC. Through the transparent sapphire case back, the black oscillating weight is unobstructed.

The black case and dial are paired with a sturdy and comfortable new rubber strap – like the pattern of the aircraft tire tread, further highlighting the aviation character of this watch. From now on, all models of the Breitling chronograph will be available with this new strap, full of immortal legend and everlasting classic.

Movement: Breitling Homemade 01 Movement, COSC Certification, Automatic Winding, 28,800 High Swing Frequency Per Hour, 47 Jewel Bearings;

Power Reserve: More Than 70 Hours

Function: Hour-minute-second, Calendar, Chronograph (chronograph accuracy up to 1/4 second, 30 minute accumulation timer)

Case: Black Steel

Diameter: 46 MM

Waterproof Performance: 3 Atmospheres

Bezel: Rotating Bezel with Annular Flying Slide

Glass: Curved Sapphire Crystal with Double-sided Anti-glare Treatment

Case Back: Transparent Sapphire

Dial: Black

Strap: Navitimer Rubber Strap

The Breitling Watches Without the “Wings” Can Still Be Active in Sea or Aviation, Three 2018 Most Popular Breitling Wristwatches Recommended for Men

In 2018, the Breitling logo ushered in a new change, that is the LOGO removed its wings and displayed it in the form of “B”. Many friends felt that the wings were the soul of Breitling, and the Breitling without wings lost their original taste and domineering. However, some friends feel that this change of simplicity is also caused by the influence of the times. The simple logo seems to be more in line with the aesthetic concept of modern people. In fact, it has good-looking domineering when with the “Wings”, and it will present exquisiteness without the “Wings”. Do you prefer the wings or not? Today, I will recommend three new Breitling watches for everyone.

Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42 Bentley Steel Green Strap Wristwatch

Reference: AB0118A11L1X1

Price: USD 8,500.00

Case Diameter: 42MM

Case Thickness: 13.65MM

Case Material: Stainless Steel

Water Resistance: 100 Meters (330 ft)

Movement: Self-winding Breitling 01 Mechanical Movement

Power Reserve: Min. 70 Hours

Functions: Hour-Minute-Second, Date, Small-seconds, Chronograph

This Premier B01 chronograph is a collaboration between the luxury car brands Bentley and Breitling. The watch has a 42 mm steel case. The grassy green dial features a contrasting black small seconds and 30-minute chronograph counters with a date display at 6 o’clock. The watch is equipped with Breitling’s self-made 01 movement and has a power reserve of 70 hours. The watch can be equipped with a green matte leather strap or a seven-row steel bracelet. Both of them are unique and eye-catching.

Breitling Navitimer 1 B01 Chronograph 46 Steel & Red Gold Automatic Wristwatch

Reference: UB0127211B1P1

Price: USD 10,990.00

Case Diameter: 46MM

Case Thickness: 14.51MM

Case Material: Steel

Water Resistance: 3 Bars

Movement: Self-winding Breitling 01 Mechanical Movement

Power Reserve: Min. 70 Hours

Functions: Hour-Minute-Second, Date, Small-seconds, Chronograph

The Navitimer chronograph 1 watch made of stainless steel is equipped with a 46 mm case, which is conspicuous on the wrist. The legibility of the dial and the circular aviation slide are optimized to give a new design. The black dial has a small seconds sub-dial, a 12-hour counter and a 30-minute counter chronograph, very practical. At the same time, the two-way rotating bezel and the ring-shaped aviation slider highlight the classic elements in the Navitimer timekeeping. The bezel is engraved with 60 grooves, each of which represents a one-minute scale. The watch is arrogant and tough, and the men wearing it are very handsome.

Breitling Superocean Héritage II B01 Chronograph 44 Steel Timepiece AB0162121B1S1

Reference: AB0162121B1S1

Price: USD 7,665.00

Case Diameter: 44MM

Case Thickness: 15.5MM

Case Material: Steel

Water Resistance: 200 Meters

Movement: Self-winding Breitling 01 Mechanical Movement

Power Reserve: Min. 70 Hours

Functions: Hour-Minute-Second, Date, Small-seconds, Chronograph

This watch is the new Superocean Héritage II B01 Chronograph watch launched this year. The 44 mm black dial with silver chronograph is particularly eye-catching. The three sub-dials in the center of the dial are arranged in order without being too compact, with a calendar display window between 4 o’clock and 5 o’clock. The triangular luminous hour markers are particularly eye-catching on the black dial. The ratchet-type unidirectional bezel ensures the safety of the diving.

Summary: These three Breitling watches cover three areas of sea, land and aviation. The self-made 01 mechanical movement has high performance. Perhaps someone deplores the lost wings, but does not hinder the possession of a new Breitling without wings.

The History Behind the Breitling Navitimer Watch When Collide with the Dream of Flying in the Blue Sky

The world is always contradictory. For example, how many people who like wearing navitimer watches have never stepped into the cockpit? How many flight enthusiasts or private jet owners flying in the sky have not yet owned a real Navitimer watch? In order to alleviate this contradiction, I will only tell the the History Behind the Breitling Navitimer Watch When Collide with the Dream of Flying in the Blue Sky.

Breitling Navitimer World 46 MM Wristwatch

The professional Navitimer watch brand Breitling’s original circular flight slider, known as the “Navitimer Computer”, enables pilots to complete all flight-related calculations easily and quickly. Therefore, it is widely sought after by pilots and flight enthusiasts.

With the development of the world aviation industry, pilots need accurate and reliable instruments to assist safe flight.

As early as 1936, Breitling joined hands with the Royal Air Force to become its designated supplier and as the official watch of the World Association of Pilots (AOPA), and had a long-term and close cooperation with the international aviation community. To this end, the circular flight slider is designed to be a precision instrument that can help pilots complete all the calculations required to develop a flight plan and perform navigation. It is characterized by the design of the three most commonly used distance units in aeronautics: the “statutory miles”, “km” and “nautical miles”, as long as a number on the outer ring scale is aligned with one of these signs. The corresponding values of the other two units of the number can be read at a glance, which is unanimously favored by aviation professionals.

In 1952, Breitling assembled the circular flight slider onto the watch, named “Navitimer”, an abbreviation for “navigation” and “timer”. This sophisticated chronograph has many functions, and its basic principle is not complicated. It is a simple multiplication and division operation through the relative rotation of the inner and outer two scale circles, and thus derives many flight practical functions, such as average speed, flight distance, fuel consumption, rate of climb or descent, conversion of kilometers and miles or nautical miles, and even related calculations in daily life.

Today, this Navitimer World watch with a circular flight slider adds a new practical feature to its unique features–a dual time zone display with two hour hands in the center of the dial, respectively indicating the local time and domestic time by 12-hour time system and the 24-hour time system. Even in a complex and ever-changing space environment, pilots can easily identify day and night. The time zone of the world’s major cities is engraved. It is also a large model in the aeronautical chronograph series, with a large diameter of 46 mm, while maintaining excellent wearing comfort.

How to Use the Flight Slider:

  1. The Breitling movements have passed the rigorous Swiss Offical Chronometer Control (COSC), “100% ProduceChronometer Watch”,
  2. [Multiplication of two numbers] If 12×7 is to be calculated, the outer ring scale 12 is rotated to the position corresponding to the inner ring scale 10, and the outer ring value 84 corresponding to the inner ring scale 7 is the result of 12×7.
  3. [Dividing two numbers] To calculate 120÷4, simply rotate the outer ring scale 12 (=120) to the inner ring scale 40 (=4). At this time, the inner ring scale 10 corresponds to the outer ring. The value 30 is the result of 120÷4.
  4. [Distance Unit Conversion] To convert 1800 miles into kilometers or nautical miles, simply rotate the outer ring scale 18 (ie 1800) to the red circle of the inner circle (STAT). At this time, the inner circle is red. The outer ring value 29 corresponding to the reference scale (KM) means 2900 km of conversion, and the outer ring value of the inner circle red nautical reference mark (NAUT) is 15.6 nautical miles.

Whether it is an airplane or a flying watch, or both, or neither, it is meaningless. What is important is that we all have a heart of “flying”.

Breitling self-made movements with high efficiency, reliability and high accuracy (B)

Facing the competetive watchmaking market, Breitling has just been proving itself by self-developed movements and products with high performance and good quality. I have introduced Breitling Chronomat 01, Cal. B04, Cal. B05 and Cal. B35 in the previous post. The following content is about the introduction of Breitling other movements.

Breitling B06
Breitling B06 was equipped with 30-second chronograph from 1926’s patent of innovation. It takes only 30 seconds for central timming hand to go around the dial. The timing accuracy extends to 1/8 second. Intermediate stop clock drive chain and chronometer stop clock drive chain were replaced by a part with the best deceleration function. Only Breitling For Bentley B06 watch is equipped with Caliber Breitling B06. Besides, Bentley B06 watch has another global exclusive patented technology-Variable speedometer which can figure out average speed by rotating the bezel freedom from time, distance or speed, a good example of Breitling for Bentley watches. 

Breitling B02/B12
Caliber Breitling B02, which was based on Caliber B01, followed two features of Breitling Cosmonaute watch wron by Major Scott Carpenter in 1962-24-hour display and manual winding. With distinct column wheel timing device, 39 jewels and high-frequency (28,800 vibrations per hour), Caliber Breitling B02 was mounted on New Breitling Navitimer Cosmonaute watch which is famous for the first Cosmonaute watch that went to space.

At 2016’s Basel Fair, Breitling launched Caliber B12 with 24-hour military time display. Thanks to self-winding mechanism, the movement supplies inexhaustible power for Breitling Avenger Hurricane watch.

Breitling B14
In 1915, Breitling invented the world’s first independent timing button at two O’clock. In memory of the history of Breitling watchmaking and the milestone, Breitling Transocean 1915 Chronograph watch was launched. To make sure the timing button continue to keep “Start-Stop-zero” operating function, self-made self-winding B14 was developed successfully by Breitling watchmakers and technicists. With three-stage mechanism and double-layer timing control system, “Start-Stop-zero” operating function works well. Thanks to patented double-layer column wheel, the movement can match with many other parts of B01. It has the best reliability and simplifies the after-sales maintenance process.

Breitling 01 Chronoworks®
As the cooperative partner of airline business, Breitling pursues excellent performance of a movement. Breitling was successful in developing Caliber 01 Chronoworks® based on Caliber 01. Excellent performance of Breitling 01 Chronoworks® was improved significantly by five major efficiency-enhancing innovations: ceramic baseplate and bridges, silicon wheels, silicon escape system, variable-inertia balance wheel and seconds pinion with elastic toothing. As a result, its power reserve was enhanced from 70 hours to 100 hours. Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronoworks® Limited Edition watch with Caliber 01 Chronoworks® made its first appearance at 2016’s Basel Fair.

Breitling self-made movements with high efficiency, reliability and high accuracy (A)

As a professional timepiece expert, one of the large independent watchmakers in Switzerland, Breitling always stick to unique style to carve out its own path. As Jean-Paul Girardin said, we are famous for producing professional Navatimer watch, and we determine the direction to move forward as a pilot takes the full control. Facing the constantly changing market situation, Breitling decided to develop self-made mechanical movements in order to preserve the independence of the brand. Breitling has developed more than 11 different kinds of self-made creative movements since 2009, reflecting independent spirit and innovation ability.

Breitling Chronomat B01
After Breitling determined to develop a self-winding chronograph movement, Breitling set up a team which made up of top watch designers and construction experts, aiming at developing new movements with high quality and high performance. In the spring of 2006, Breitling finished the first 100% self-made movements. To make sure their
performance, Breitling tested these movements again and again and optimized them constantly. As a result, the first self-made movements were passed successfully by Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute at the end of 2006. Finally, Breitling Chronomat B01 was born in 2007. Breitling Navatimer 01 watch was equipped with the movement to make the tribute to the 125th anniversary of Breitling. With column wheel, vertical clutch, bidirectional self-winding system and more than 70-hour power reserve system, Breitling Chronomat 01 is reliable and precise. Breitling Navatimer 01 watch had warm market response, too.

Breitling B04/Breitling B05/Breitling B35
With the increasing demand of global business travel, Breitling Chronomat GMT watch was furnished with Cal. B04, providing convenient and reliable experience for travel enthusiasts. As a self-winding mechanical movement with convenient dual time zone display, Breitling B04 is equipped with exclusive patented system-differential side gear-to-case clearance instead of ratchet system, convenient to change time zones away from any interference.

Breitling B05 is an evolution of Cal. B04, whose Worldtimer mechanical device was redesigned and innovated.
It’s the first movement that it has a city disk and 24-hour disk devise. Gear drive system of Breitling B05 makes the city disk drive, and the patented system makes the user pull the crown and rotate it, then 24 time zones around the world can be readable.

Breitling released Cal. B35 with self-winding three hands and world standard time function in 2015. It features revolutionary convenient operation. The crown is pulled out lightly and rotated forward or backwards in hour, adjusting all indicators on the dial. Though the movement is in a delicate size, it supplies over 70-hour power reserve for the watch. The strong power reserve benefits from two built-in clockwork boxes, making sure optimal kinetic energy storage and use efficiency. Shunt-wound clockwork boxes reduce the bearing pressure of the center wheel and have regular energy output. The tailor-made rator makes the delicate movement achieve the best efficiency. The movement has two patents of invention developed by Breitling, one is for the connecting device between differential gear train and the movement; the other is for the connecting device between the city disk and the movement. The innovation and functional optimization improved the performance of Breitling watches, coincident with design concept of Breitling Navitimer.

Black warrior–Breitling Navitimer 46 Blacksteel

TECHNICAL DATA MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling 13
Movement: Selfwinding mechanical
Power reserve: min. 42 hours
Chronograph: 1/4th second, 30 minutes, 12 hours
Vibration: 28,800 v.p.h
Jewel: 25 jewels
Calendar: Dial aperture

Another member of Breitling Navitimer series–Navitimer 46 Blacksteel: all-black exterior, two-counter dial, black oscillating weight and new strap featuring an aircraft tire-tread pattern has captured worldwide attention since it launched in 2016.

A cult model among pilots and aviation devotees since 1952, the Navitimer chronograph steps things up a notch in a version entirely clothed in black: from its satin-brushed steel case coated with an ultra-resistant carbon-based treatment to the famous circular slide rule serving to handle all operations relating to airborne navigation.

Yet this original, modern and technical exterior is not its only distinctive feature. Instead of the three silvered counters on the classic model, the dial bears two tone-on-tone counters: small seconds at 9 o’clock and a chronograph 30-minute totalizer at 3 o’clock. An authentic instrument panel, created using the “par épargne” technique on a sterling silver base, enhanced by red accents in the shape of small counter pointers and a central sweep-seconds hand.

The Manufacture Breitling Caliber 01 high-performance movement, chronometer-certified by the COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute), comprises a black oscillating weight visible through a transparent  back.

Further accentuating the aeronautical touch, the black case and dial are fitted with a sturdy and comfortable all-new rubber strap bearing an aircraft tire-tread pattern and now available on all Navitimer models. The legend lives on.

Highly recommend three Swiss watches for Men: Breitling Navitimer, Breitling Avenger, Breitling Superocean Heritage

Established by Léon Breitling in 1884, Breitling is known for manufacturing the new, distinctive and durable wristwatches with multi-functions. It always keeps focusing to watches’ functions guide and gives their products to adapt to special industries: aviation, navigation, navigation, diving, making its watches become the perfect combination of practicability, function and diversity. In 1915, Gaston Breitling developed the first chronograph, and the status “Chronograph Pioneer” has been     established firmly since then. As the technical expert, Breitling plays an important role in the development of chronograph. Highly recommend 3 Breitling chronograph watches according to styles, price, popularity and reviews, and see if these advice can do you a favor.

BREITLING NAVITIMER AB012012/BB01-435X
PRICE: $ 5,395
DIAMETER: 43 mm
MOVEMENT: Automatic Self Winding
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
WATER RESISTANT: 30 Meters – 100 Feet
REVIEWS: Breitling Navitimer AB012012/BB01-435X is the most representative and iconic model. It features three sub-dials with timing and date display and gear-shaped bi-directional rotating bezel. The model can be spotted easily at a distance. Whether viewing from the quality or the temperament, it adds mature charm to men.
Although the design for the dial is complicated but stratified. Another advantage is that movement cal.01 was developed itself. There is no reason to refuse such a classic watch.

BREITLING AVEGER SEAWOLF CHRONO BLACKSTEEL M73390DR
PRICE: $5,015
DIAMETER: 45.4 mm
MOVEMENT: Quartz
CASE MATERIAL: Blacksteel
WATER RESISTANT: 1000 Meters – 3300 Feet
REVIEWS: “Quartz movement”? Many people will scorn it, but more and more high-end brands select quartz movement. Comparing with mechanical watches, quartz watches run more accurately and maintain more easily. Screw-down back and double sealed gaskets make the watch waterproof up to 1000 meters. Breitling Avenger Seawolf Chrono is also equipped with black steel case and black submersible band. Why not consider such a watch which is delicate, accurate but easy to maintain?

BREITLING SUPEROCEAN HERITAGE CHRONOGRAPHE A2337036/BB81/154A
PRICE: $4,496
DIAMETER: 44 mm
MOVEMENT: Automatic Self Winding
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
WATER RESISTANT: 200 Meters – 660 Feet
REVIEWS: Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronographe watch reminds people of Rolex Submariner with hulk green disk. In fact, they are different expect for green color. 18K gold “B” logo on the simple dial is Breitling’s classic logo in the 1950s. Besides, stainless steel weaving bracelet gives off vintage charm. Green bezel, red hour hand, silver scales and black dial makes the chronograph distinctive. Recommend Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronographe A2337036/BB81/154A because it embodies classic and retro beauty.

In a word, whether style or inheritance, the three watches have their own unique features and advantages. Any one of three lets you down, but choosing a suitable watch for you is the best for you.