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 has been pioneering the way to a superior chronometer since 1884. Esteemed manufacturing practices and an obsession with quality have positioned the Swiss heritage brand as one of the elite few to ensure each watch holds the superior status of COSC-certification. Above all else, Breitling honors the spirit of innovation, which has become a driving force for the brand as it holds a global reputation for high quality watchmaking.
A legendary timepiece originally designed for pilots, the Breitling Navitimer has become one of the world’s most beloved mechanical chronographs. It brings together traditional craftsmanship, elevated design and high-precision engineering into a modern watch fit for the next generation.
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 has been pioneering the way to a superior chronometer since 1884. Esteemed manufacturing practices and an obsession with quality have positioned the Swiss heritage brand as one of the elite few to ensure each watch holds the superior status of COSC-certification. Above all else, Breitling honors the spirit of innovation, which has become a driving force for the brand as it holds a global reputation for high quality watchmaking.
A legendary timepiece originally designed for pilots, the Breitling Navitimer has become one of the world’s most beloved mechanical chronographs. It brings together traditional craftsmanship, elevated design and high-precision engineering into a modern watch fit for the next generation.
Manufacturer Reference #
AB0139211L1A1
Case Size
41 mm diameter
Case Material
Stainless Steel
Movement
Automatic
Case Thickness
14 mm
Water Resistance
30 meters
Strap/Bracelet Material
Stainless Steel
Circa
Condition
i
The following define the various condition types:
Mint - Mint condition
Excellent - Like new – may have slight surface scratches
Very Good - May have any of the following: light scratches; slightly stretched bracelet; patina on dial, hands, or bezel
Item Number
BRI0194070
Features
Chronograph, Date, Power Reserve, Second Hand
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