Breitling Chronomat B01 42vsSeaholm Flats Chronograph

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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 Chronomat B01 42 at true scale

Chronomat B01 42

Seaholm Flats Chronograph at true scale

Flats Chronograph

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Thickness

15.1mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

70h

highest

42h

MSRP

$9,550

$3,495

lowest

Movement

Breitling B01

ETA 2894-2

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
15.1mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
21mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Tan

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
ETA 2894-2
Power Reserve
70h
42h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,550
$3,495
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Reviews

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Breitling Chronomat B01 42

Owners widely praise the Breitling Chronomat B01 42 for its exceptional fit and finish, with the Rouleaux bracelet frequently described as a work of art and the case and bracelet feeling like a "little tank." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the distinctive dial execution, with the copper dial specifically noted as unique and awesome on the wrist. The Breitling B01 movement is also a point of appreciation, with one owner reporting accuracy of -3 to -2 seconds per day after demagnetization. However, the styling is sometimes described as loud, and the 42mm case with a 50.5mm lug-to-lug distance may wear large for some wrists, feeling more substantial than other watches of the same dimension. The polished bezel is noted as a fingerprint magnet, and one owner found the bracelet lacked micro-adjustments.

Seaholm Flats Chronograph

Seaholm Flats Chronograph owners report robust build quality with features designed for shock and magnetism resistance. One owner found the watch bulky and sold it at half its retail price after acquiring it on the grey market. Overall, owners rate the Seaholm Flats Chronograph based on its build quality and value, though some find its dimensions challenging.

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