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Breitling Top Time B01vsOrient AA02 Diver Watch

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Top Time B01
BreitlingTop Time B01
MSRP $750
AA02 Diver Watch
OrientAA02 Diver Watch
MSRP $285
What people say

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Breitling Top Time B01

The Breitling Top Time B01 is widely praised for its handsome design and sharp finishing, featuring the in-house B01 movement. Owners find the 41mm case wears smaller than dimensions suggest, and specific variants like the Triumph and Deus are highlighted for their attractive dials and unique details. The Breitling B01 movement is a consistent point of appreciation, with owners noting its smooth operation and 70-hour power reserve. Some owners report the watch is a favorite, even surpassing other timepieces in their collection, and find it sexier than alternatives. However, some reviewers suggest the abundant polishing on certain cases could benefit from more brushing. The lug-to-lug length on the 41mm case can be a concern for smaller wrists, prompting advice to try it on in person. One owner noted a price of $5,300 USD for the Triumph model, while another questioned a $2,500 price difference over ETA-equipped models, seeing no discernible difference between the movements.

Orient AA02 Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient AA02 Diver Watch for its impressive quality and value, noting it as a keeper with considerable charm. The F6922 automatic movement offers hand-winding and hacking capabilities, and the watch features a 40-hour power reserve and a mineral crystal. Some owners have opted to replace the stock bracelet. On balance, owners rate the Orient AA02 Diver Watch highly for its exceptional value and overall quality at its affordable price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Top Time B0141mm
AA02 Diver Watch41.5mm
Power Reserve
Top Time B0170h
AA02 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Top Time B01100m
AA02 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Top Time B01$750
AA02 Diver Watch$285

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Mechanical
Diver
Diameter
41mm
41.5mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
18k red gold
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Black

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
F6922
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$285
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