Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42vsBreitling Top Time B01 Racing

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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 Premier B01 Chronograph 42 at true scale

Premier B01 Chronograph 42

Breitling Top Time B01 Racing at true scale

Top Time B01 Racing

Diameter

42mm

38mm

Thickness

13.6mm

13.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

70h

70h

MSRP

$22,900

$8,050

lowest

Movement

Breitling B01

Breitling B01

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13.6mm
13.07mm
Material
18kt Pink Gold
Stainless Steel

Movement

2 specs
Jewels
0
34
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$22,900
$8,050
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Reviews

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

Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42

Owners widely praise the Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42 for its timeless and elegant design, exceptional finishing, and the impressive in-house B01 movement, with many finding its 42mm case size wearable and comfortable. Reviewers highlight the applied Arabic numerals, serif typeface, and standout dial colors like salmon and green sunburst as adding historical character and visual appeal, while the new bracelet option enhances versatility. Some owners note the chronograph pusher can feel stiff when starting, and the crown has a spiky feel, with one owner reporting timekeeping accuracy around five seconds fast per day. The lume is considered lackluster due to very small application areas, and the tachymeter scale may be visually distracting for some. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42 highly for its refined, vintage-inspired design and the value offered by its robust in-house movement.

Breitling Top Time B01 Racing

The Breitling Top Time B01 Racing is widely praised for its compact 38mm cushion case and excellent wearability, echoing the brand's 1960s designs. Owners appreciate the in-house B01 automatic movement and the dashboard-inspired dials, with one noting the blue dial's color-shifting properties. The watch features 100m water resistance and a 70-hour power reserve. Some reviewers suggest more brushed finishing on the case, as it currently has abundant polishing. Opinions on fit vary, with one owner recommending an in-person try-on due to wrist shape differences. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Top Time B01 Racing highly for its compact, retro-inspired design and in-house movement.

From video reviewers

The in-house B01 movement and 100m water resistance are strong features. The price point of $8,050 is considered expensive compared to alternatives. Reviewers disagreed on the value proposition at this price.