Breitling Super Chronomat 44 Four Year CalendarvsJunghans Pilot Chronoscope


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Measurements
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Super Chronomat 44 Four Year Calendar

Pilot Chronoscope
Diameter
44mm
43.3mm
Thickness
14.6mm
14.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$17,450
$3,110
lowest
Movement
Breitling 19
Junghans J880.3
Case
5 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Breitling Super Chronomat 44 Four Year Calendar's versatile design for casual wear and the eye-catching dial, with one owner appreciating the view of the movement through the open caseback and Breitling's bezel construction. However, some owners find the 44mm case too large, and one owner reported significant accuracy issues ranging from +5 to +20 seconds per day and a power reserve closer to 36 hours, even after service. On balance, owners appreciate the watch's design and build quality, though concerns about case size and timekeeping accuracy are noted by a subset of users.
The Junghans Pilot Chronoscope is a well-executed modern interpretation of a vintage Bundeswehr military chronograph, featuring a prominent dodecagonal bezel and a clean, functional dial with beige lume for an aged look. Owners find the automatic movement satisfying to feel and hear, though the lack of a display case back is a disappointment. One owner notes the winding action can be annoying, requiring multiple attempts to engage, attributed to the movement itself. The strap is considered the only area for improvement due to its low-cost appearance, despite being comfortable. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Junghans Pilot Chronoscope for its refined, functional design inspired by vintage military watches.
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