Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41vsRolex Sky-Dweller

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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 Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 at true scale

Navitimer Automatic GMT 41

Rolex Sky-Dweller at true scale

Sky-Dweller

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Thickness

11.7mm

n/a

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

72h

highest

MSRP

$6,450

lowest

$17,750

Movement

Breitling 32

Rolex 9002

Case

8 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11.65mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Yellow Rolesor
Finish
Stainless steel
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
30m
100m
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
Blue
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 32
Rolex 9002
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
0
40
Complications
GMT
GMT, Annual Calendar, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,450
$17,750
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Reviews

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

Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41

Owners widely praise the Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 for its refined and elegant design, iconic Navitimer aesthetic with a beaded bezel and slide rule, and a less busy dial in a smaller 41mm case. Many appreciate its quality, with one owner comparing it favorably to Omega. The watch is considered a good daily wear due to its slimmer profile and polished case and bracelet. Some owners find the clasp difficult to undo initially, though it reportedly breaks in. While some find the 30m water resistance limiting for a daily watch, others are thrilled with their purchase years later, noting the significant price difference compared to higher-end models. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 highly for its iconic design and refined daily wearability at its price point.

Rolex Sky-Dweller

The Rolex Sky-Dweller is widely praised for its unique annual calendar and dual time zone complications, offering exceptional value and complexity. Owners consistently highlight its excellent fit and finish, with crisp dial markers and hands demonstrating irreproachable attention to detail. The 42mm case size is a point of contention, with some finding it wears smaller than expected and others deeming it too large or top-heavy for everyday wear, particularly on smaller wrists. Availability is a significant issue, with certain configurations like the green dial on Jubilee or stainless steel blue dial being extremely difficult to obtain from authorized dealers, leading to high grey market prices. Some owners view the cyclops and fluted bezel as drawbacks, while others appreciate the watch as a stunning, albeit sometimes "blingy," jewelry piece suitable for occasional wear.

From video reviewers

The Saros annual calendar and Ring Command bezel are ingenious mechanical features. The dual-time functionality is ideal for travelers. The secondary market price significantly exceeds MSRP.

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