Breitling Navitimer B01 ChronographvsZenith Defy Skyline Chronograph

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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

Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph at true scale

Defy Skyline Chronograph

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Thickness

13.6mm

n/a

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

70h

highest

60h

MSRP

$23,500

$19,600

lowest

Movement

Breitling B01

n/a

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13.6mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
18kt Pink Gold
Black Ceramic
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling B01
n/a
Type
Automatic
n/a
Beat Rate
0 vph
36,000 vph
Power Reserve
70h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$23,500
$19,600
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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.

Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph for its stunning blue dial, excellent finishing on the case and bracelet, and bold, futuristic design. The high-beat movement enabling 1/10th-second timing is noted, though some find the 10-second subdial unnecessary and distracting. Wearability is generally positive, with some owners finding the 42mm case wears well on wrists around 17cm and 19cm, while others mention the rigid first link and lug-to-lug distance can affect bracelet fit on smaller or flatter wrists. Some owners consider the Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph underrated and a good value, particularly on the gray market. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph highly for its striking dial and exceptional case and bracelet finishing.