Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin Db5 - AB0178121G1X1vsBreitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin Db5 - PB0178121B1X1

Ref. AB0178121G1X1·MSRP $11,400

Ref. PB0178121B1X1·MSRP $18,600
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Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin Db5 - AB0178121G1X1

Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin Db5 - PB0178121B1X1
Diameter
41mm
41mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13.3mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$11,400
lowest
$18,600
Movement
Automatic
Automatic
Case
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin Db5 - AB0178121G1X1 is praised for its clean dial layout and 1960s character, with reviewers highlighting its thoughtful design that references the DB5 through subtle details like a wooden chapter ring and "squircle" sub-dials. The absence of a date function contributes to a simple, refined, and functional dial layout. One reviewer notes the red gold model's natural onyx dial as a unique and attractive feature, while another flags the wooden rehaut as an unnecessary flourish that distracts from the design. Some owners prefer the smaller 38mm "Racing" models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin Db5 - AB0178121G1X1 highly for its clean dial and subtle Aston Martin design cues.
The Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin DB5 - PB0178121B1X1 is praised for integrating the B01 automatic movement into a 41mm case, a feat noted as impressive. Reviewers highlight automotive-inspired design elements, including a wooden inner chapter ring meant to evoke a classic car's interior and "squircle" sub-dials. The watch forgoes a date function for a cleaner dial. Some find the 41mm size larger than ideal, and one reviewer considers the wooden rehaut an unnecessary flourish that distracts from the dial, preferring a silver-dial steel model or a more compact 38mm size. The red gold variant features a natural onyx dial. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin DB5 - PB0178121B1X1 for its impressive movement integration and thematic design, though opinions vary on the execution of certain stylistic elements.
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