Breitling Navitimer B01 ChronographvsTAG Heuer Carrera

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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

TAG Heuer Carrera at true scale

Carrera

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Thickness

13.6mm

n/a

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

70h

80h

highest

MSRP

$23,500

$6,550

lowest

Movement

Breitling B01

TAG Heuer TH20-00

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13.6mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
18kt Pink Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Steel Fine-Brushed/Polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Grey

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
TAG Heuer TH20-00
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70h
80h
Complications
Chronograph
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$23,500
$6,550
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Reviews

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Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Breitling B01 movement for its robustness, COSC-certified accuracy often within +/- 2 seconds per day, and snappy chronograph action, with a 70-hour power reserve. Some owners find the 41mm case wears well, while others note that larger variants, like the 43mm, can wear smaller than their dimensions suggest due to finishing. The watch is priced around $6,500, though some owners question its value retention and resale potential, with one noting a potential 50% loss on worn pieces. One owner finds the date window placement awkward. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph highly for its precise and robust B01 movement and attractive design.

TAG Heuer Carrera

Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Carrera for its elegant and versatile design, with many highlighting its beautiful dials and high-quality finishing for daily wear. Reviewers note the solid construction and comfortable wearability, with the bracelet being a strong feature. Some owners find the winding action stiff and the lume only so-so, while others point to the lack of micro-adjust on the bracelet and the brand's typical depreciation. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Carrera highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality build at its price point.

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