Breitling Navitimer AutomaticvsMaurice de Mauriac Chrono Modern Paris Dakar „Oasis Rally Team“


Ref. chrono-modern-oasis-rally-team·MSRP $4,700
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Measurements
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Navitimer Automatic

Chrono Modern Paris Dakar „Oasis Rally Team“
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Thickness
10mm
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$5,550
$4,700
lowest
Movement
Breitling Caliber 17
Valjoux 7750
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Breitling Navitimer Automatic 41 for its gorgeous aesthetics, particularly its stunning dials and historically appealing design, finding it a versatile daily wear that is comfortable on the wrist due to its slim profile. The watch is noted for its legibility and the practical, albeit sometimes confusing, utility of its slide rule bezel. Owners report accurate timekeeping, with one seeing +4 seconds per day. Concerns exist regarding the 30m water resistance, with advice to avoid water contact, though confidence in the watch's long-term durability and heirloom potential is high. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer Automatic 41 highly for its blend of iconic design, wearability, and perceived longevity.
The Maurice de Mauriac Chrono Modern Paris Dakar „Oasis Rally Team“ offers a unique, military-themed design with customizable options and a robust Valjoux 7750 automatic movement. Reviewers praise the legible dial, quality strap, and the overall value and personalized buying experience, with prices starting under $3,000. However, the red-tinted sapphire crystal hampers legibility and lume charging, and the world-timer bezel's utility is questionable. One reviewer criticizes the 50-meter water resistance, deeming it unsuitable for swimming. On balance, reviewers appreciate the customizable aviator-style design and value, despite reservations about the crystal's legibility.
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