Breitling Navitimer B01 ChronographvsBreitling Premier B09 Chronograph 40

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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 B01 Chronograph at true scale

Navitimer B01 Chronograph

Breitling Premier B09 Chronograph 40 at true scale

Premier B09 Chronograph 40

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Thickness

13.6mm

13.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

70h

70h

MSRP

$10,300

$9,950

lowest

Movement

Breitling B01

Breitling B09

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
13.6mm
13.08mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
Breitling B09
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$10,300
$9,950
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Reviews

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Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Breitling B01 movement for its robustness and accuracy, typically keeping time within COSC standards and often under +-2 seconds per day, with some noting its 70-hour power reserve. The in-house design and solid build of the B01 movement are highlighted, and the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph itself is described as a joy to look at, a stunner with a gorgeous dial. However, some owners question its value retention and find the price prohibitive compared to other models, with one owner noting it is not robust enough for everyday wear at work. On balance, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph highly for its accurate and robust in-house B01 movement and visually stunning design.

Breitling Premier B09 Chronograph 40

The Breitling Premier B09 Chronograph 40 is widely praised for its classic chronograph design with modern touches, including an in-house manual wind movement and 100m water resistance. Owners and reviewers highlight the bold pistachio green dial as a standout feature that pays off, and the applied Arabic numerals contribute to a legible and dressier aesthetic. The winding action is anticipated to be a pleasurable, tactile experience. One owner notes the new leather strap is shiny but expects it to develop a patina. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Premier B09 Chronograph 40 highly for its aesthetically pleasing design and the successful execution of its bold dial colors.

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