Breitling Super Chronomat B01 44vsRolex Sea-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 Super Chronomat B01 44 at true scale

Super Chronomat B01 44

Rolex Sea-Dweller at true scale

Sea-Dweller

Diameter

44mm

43mm

Thickness

14.4mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

1220m

highest

Power Reserve

70h

70h

MSRP

$13,250

lowest

$14,550

Movement

Breitling B01

3235

Case

7 specs
Diameter
44mm
43mm
Thickness
14.45mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
950 Platinum
Oystersteel
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
1220m
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
Black
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
3235
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
0
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$13,250
$14,550
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Reviews

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

Breitling Super Chronomat B01 44

Owners widely praise the Breitling Super Chronomat B01 44's comfortable rubber strap and impressive bracelet. One owner finds the 44mm case versatile, easily transitioning between casual and dressy occasions with strap changes. Another appreciates its casual versatility over other models, noting the eye-catching dial, sapphire, bezel, and the B01 movement. However, one owner reported significant accuracy and power reserve issues even after servicing, while another found the 44mm case too large and the bezel riders and ceramic pushers visually inappropriate. The minute hands on the titanium version are noted as less visible than traditional dive watches in low light. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Super Chronomat B01 44 highly for its strap comfort and versatility, despite some concerns about case size and legibility.

Rolex Sea-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sea-Dweller's matte dial, with red lettering being called the best dial on a modern Rolex by some. Many find it wears smaller than its 43mm size suggests, offering a substantial presence that some prefer over the Submariner. However, its thickness and 215-gram weight are noted as drawbacks, with some owners finding it too large and chunky for smaller wrists, best suited for larger wrists. The presence of a cyclops on newer models is a point of contention, with some owners finding it detracts from the watch's aesthetic, while others appreciate its absence. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Rolex Sea-Dweller a superior, masculine dive watch, particularly for those with larger wrists, due to its robust build and distinctive dial.