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Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43vsTissot Chrono XL Classic

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Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43

Owners widely report the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 wears smaller than its 43mm diameter, fitting well on wrists around 175mm to 190mm, with some finding it suitable for smaller wrists. Reviewers and owners praise the appealing color schemes, particularly the ice blue and white dials, and the snappy chronograph action of the Caliber 01 movement. Some owners report quality issues with the chronograph function requiring repairs, while others have had no problems over several years. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial aesthetics.

Tissot Chrono XL Classic

Owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono XL Classic's pilot aesthetic and altimeter-style numerals, finding its quartz chronograph design clean and versatile. The watch is noted as having a large 45mm size, with one owner seeking feedback on its comfort, accuracy, and durability. On balance, owners view the Tissot Chrono XL Classic as a good entry-level option, with a desire for an automatic movement for battery-free convenience.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Navitimer B01 Chronograph 4346mm
Chrono XL Classic45mm
Power Reserve
Navitimer B01 Chronograph 4370h
Chrono XL Classic40h
Water Resistance
Navitimer B01 Chronograph 4330m
Chrono XL Classic100m
MSRP
Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43$10,450
Chrono XL Classic$495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
46mm
45mm
Thickness
14.22mm
11.02mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
Indices
Arabic
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
13.25'
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$10,450
$495
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