Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36vsBreitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38

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Measurements

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Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36 at true scale

Chronomat Automatic 36

Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 at true scale

Super Chronomat Automatic 38

Diameter

36mm

38mm

Thickness

9.7mm

lowest

11.9mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

38h

MSRP

$12,200

lowest

$15,850

Movement

Breitling 10

Breitling Caliber 17

Case

3 specs
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
9.68mm
11.88mm
Finish
Stainless steel & 18k red gold
Stainless steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Breitling 10
Breitling Caliber 17
Power Reserve
42h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,200
$15,850
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Reviews

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Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36

Owners widely praise the Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36 for its comfortable 36mm size, excellent fit and finish, and distinctive dials, particularly the blue and green options. The Rouleaux bracelet is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, noted for its comfort and appealing contrast between brushed and polished elements. Reviewers and owners alike find the watch versatile and a stylish alternative to other luxury watches, with some appreciating the color-matched date wheel and anti-reflective coating. Some owners question its marketing as a women's watch, seeing it as a great unisex option, and one reviewer noted the small diamonds on the dial as an afterthought. The $10,950 price was considered a stretch by one reviewer, citing the unnamed bezel gems and strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Chronomat Automatic 36 highly for its comfortable wearability and distinctive design, with the bracelet and dial colors being key reasons for its appeal.

Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38

Owners widely report the 38mm case size of the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 is a unique and appealing fit, though some find the case design to be a "chonker." A positive point is the bracelet's rouleaux design, but some owners desire micro-adjustment for a better fit. One owner noted significant accuracy issues and a power reserve closer to 36 hours, requiring multiple service visits. On balance, owners appreciate the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 for its distinctive size and bracelet design, despite some concerns about case proportions and accuracy.

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