Breitling Top Time B21 Ford MustangvsKobold Phantom SL Platinum

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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 Top Time B21 Ford Mustang at true scale

Top Time B21 Ford Mustang

Kobold Phantom SL Platinum at true scale

Phantom SL Platinum

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Thickness

15.4mm

lowest

17mm

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

55h

n/a

MSRP

$51,500

$48,500

lowest

Movement

Breitling B21

Valjoux 7750

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
15.4mm
17mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Ceramic
Platinum
Finish
Bronze
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling B21
Valjoux 7750
Power Reserve
55h
0h
Jewels
30
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$51,500
$48,500
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Reviews

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

Breitling Top Time B21 Ford Mustang

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time B21 Ford Mustang for its automotive-grade paint dial, incredible high glassbox sapphire, and exceptional leather racing strap. The Highland Green dial specifically receives acclaim for its striking in-person appearance, with one owner noting it differs from the Navitimer's green sunburst. Some owners find the 42mm size and small lugs wear well, while others note its less classical style may limit wearability. A split exists among owners regarding the dial's aesthetic, with some finding it too cartoony and the car logo cringey, while others praise its bright, colorful design. The watch is powered by the Breitling B21 automatic movement and offers 100m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Top Time B21 Ford Mustang highly for its striking dial finishing and unique automotive-inspired design.

Kobold Phantom SL Platinum

Owners widely report the Kobold Phantom SL Platinum is a well-put-together watch, with one owner finding it well-made with good customer support. However, reviewers consistently flag the subdials and day/date indicator as being too subdued and difficult to read. One owner experienced significant issues with a year-long overhaul on a different Kobold model, citing unauthorized changes and long waits for repairs with poor communication. On balance, owners rate the Kobold Phantom SL Platinum well for its build quality, though legibility of the subdials and day/date is a noted drawback.

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