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Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36vsBreitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40

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Chronomat Automatic 36
BreitlingChronomat Automatic 36
MSRP $12,200
Premier Automatic Day Date 40
BreitlingPremier Automatic Day Date 40
MSRP $5,950
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Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36

Owners widely praise the Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36 for its comfortable 36mm case size, excellent fit and finish, and the unique appeal of its dials, with the blue and green variants frequently highlighted. The Rouleaux bracelet is consistently noted as very comfortable and a standout feature, connecting the watch to its Chronomat heritage, while the anti-reflective coating and color-matched date wheel enhance its visual appeal. Some owners find the styling slightly feminine, and its marketing as a ladies' line is questioned, though it is broadly seen as a versatile unisex option that fits well on smaller wrists. The $10,950 price is considered a stretch by one reviewer, particularly given the bezel gems and strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36 highly for its comfortable wearability and distinctive dial and bracelet design.

Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40

Owners praise the Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40 for its refined, timeless design and good value. The anthracite dial is noted as a specific attractive feature. Some owners expressed a preference for an in-house caliber over the Breitling 45 movement. On balance, owners view the Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40 positively, appreciating its understated elegance and value proposition.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronomat Automatic 3636mm
Premier Automatic Day Date 4040mm
Power Reserve
Chronomat Automatic 3642h
Premier Automatic Day Date 4038h
Water Resistance
Chronomat Automatic 36100m
Premier Automatic Day Date 40100m
MSRP
Chronomat Automatic 36$12,200
Premier Automatic Day Date 40$5,950

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Mechanical
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
9.68mm
11.41mm
Material
Stainless Steel & 18k Red Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel & 18k red gold
Stainless steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Breitling 10
Breitling 45
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Complications
None
Day-Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,200
$5,950
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