Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38vsRolex Cosmograph Daytona

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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 Automatic 38 at true scale

Super Chronomat Automatic 38

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona at true scale

Cosmograph Daytona

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Thickness

11.9mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

38h

72h

highest

MSRP

$24,900

lowest

$80,450

Movement

Breitling Caliber 17

4131

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.88mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
18kt Pink Gold
18 kt white gold
Finish
Stainless steel
18 kt yellow gold
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
Turquoise
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
4131
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
72h
Jewels
0
47
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$24,900
$80,450
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Reviews

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

Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38

Owners praise the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 for its unique 38mm size, beautiful dial, highly polished case and bracelet, and glistening Tungsten bezel. One owner experienced significant accuracy and power reserve issues requiring multiple service trips, preferring another Chronomat model for better performance. The Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 has a 42-hour power reserve and a caution against setting the time backward between 8 AM and 3 PM. On balance, owners rate the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 highly for its distinctive styling and finishing, despite isolated reports of accuracy issues.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Owners widely praise the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona for its improved legibility, balanced lugs, comfortable wear experience, and superior bracelet and clasp. Reviewers highlight the new calibre 4131 movement and the steel ring around the ceramic bezel as notable updates. Some owners find the 40mm case size ideal and the watch sleeker than alternatives, with specific appreciation for Everose gold and rubber strap combinations. Conversely, some community members feel the finishing is not worth the MSRP for a steel sports watch, especially considering the current market prices. There are differing views on dial preference, with some preferring the black dial for its sleekness and others the white dial for its sporty contrast. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its refined design and wearability, with the updated movement and balanced aesthetics being key reasons for its appeal.

From video reviewers

The meteorite dial is a unique and standout feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.