Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 TWAvsBremont Williams Racing

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 TWA at true scale

Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 TWA

Bremont Williams Racing at true scale

Williams Racing

Diameter

43mm

43mm

Thickness

n/a

15.8mm

Water Resistance

30m

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MSRP

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$7,000

Movement

Automatic

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Thickness
n/a
15.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
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n/a
Lug Width
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22mm
Material
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Titanium
Water Resistance
30m
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Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
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Sapphire
Dial Color
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Brown

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$7,000
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Reviews

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Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 TWA

The Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 TWA is praised for its retro-chic design with a cream and red dial, inspired by 1970s airline aesthetics, and its bold yet mature appearance. Owners appreciate the wearability of the 43mm case, noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, with linear brushing on the case sides tempering a potentially "blingy" look. The in-house B01 automatic movement is highlighted for its COSC-certification and snappy chronograph action. However, the 30m water resistance is a consistent criticism, deemed unsuitable for water-related activities and limiting its use as an "all occasions" watch. Some enthusiasts also point to the date window placement at 6 o'clock and the domed crystal as drawbacks. The chronograph second hand's anchor and B-logo design is considered out of place on a pilot's watch by one reviewer. The retail price is $10,700, though it is noted to have poor resale value.

Bremont Williams Racing

The Bremont Williams Racing is praised for its motorsport-inspired panda dial featuring Williams' signature blue accents and a tachymeter bezel. Owners and reviewers highlight the impressive design and colors representing the Williams Racing team. The watch is 43mm and features a trip-tick case. Some find the 15.8mm height reasonable for an automatic chronograph, while others note the watch is thick, and the 43mm case size may require trying it on for those preferring smaller watches. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont Williams Racing for its striking dial design and motorsport connection.

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