Breitling Navitimer B01 ChronographvsSeagull 1963 Chronograph

1963 Chronograph
Seagull1963 Chronograph

Ref. seagull-1963-aurora-edition-chronograph-37-3mm-1963b·MSRP $830

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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

Seagull 1963 Chronograph at true scale

1963 Chronograph

Diameter

41mm

37.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

13.6mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

Power Reserve

70h

n/a

MSRP

$10,300

$830

lowest

Movement

Breitling B01

Seagull ST1901

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
37.3mm
Thickness
13.6mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
Seagull ST1901
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$10,300
$830
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Reviews

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

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.

Seagull 1963 Chronograph

The Seagull 1963 chronograph is widely praised for its exceptional value, offering a historic mechanical chronograph design at an accessible price point. Owners appreciate its unique aesthetic and the intricate view of the ST19 movement through the display caseback. However, some owners report inconsistent quality control with the Seagull ST1901 movement, citing issues such as loose screws and the chronograph function causing the watch to stop. One owner also noted that the watch feels delicate and not suited for constant wear. The price is generally cited between $300-350. Overall, owners rate the Seagull 1963 Chronograph highly for its historical design and value, despite some concerns regarding movement reliability.