Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43 Curtiss WarhawkvsRolex Cosmograph Daytona

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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 Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43 Curtiss Warhawk at true scale

Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43 Curtiss Warhawk

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona at true scale

Cosmograph Daytona

Diameter

43mm

40mm

Thickness

14.0mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

70h

72h

highest

MSRP

$9,050

lowest

$42,700

Movement

Breitling B01

4131

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
13.97mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Stainless steel
18 kt yellow gold
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
Dial Color
n/a
Turquoise
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
4131
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70h
72h
Jewels
0
47

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,050
$42,700
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43 Curtiss Warhawk

Owners widely praise the Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43 Curtiss Warhawk for its exceptional legibility, with high contrast white subdials against an olive drab dial, making it easy to read even while flying. The distinctive aesthetic, particularly with the canvas strap, is noted as a departure from more generic steel or two-tone variants. One owner finds the bezel action to be the best ever, and the dial's color is described as gorgeous and dynamic in varying light. The watch is seen as a refined design that references 1950s pilot watches, offering a cleaner dial appearance with three sub-dials compared to other models. The in-house B01 movement is recommended for the full brand experience. One owner notes the crown operation and warranty registration were initially complex. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43 Curtiss Warhawk highly for its aviation theme, clear dial, and comfortable strap, which makes them want more Breitlings.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Owners widely report the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona offers remarkable comfort and wearability, with some praising its perfect proportions and sleeker feel, while others find the 40mm case size and bracelet exceptionally comfortable. Reviewers note a tweaked dial for improved legibility and a new ceramic bezel with a steel ring on recent references. However, opinions are split on its value, with some finding it overpriced relative to its market value and others appreciating its versatility. Some owners criticize the sub-dial placement and screw-down pushers, while others praise its superior accuracy and automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its comfort and wrist presence, despite ongoing debate about its value proposition.

From video reviewers

The 18k yellow gold case and Cerachrom bezel are frequently cited strengths. The Oysterflex bracelet also received multiple mentions.