Breitling Super Chronomat 44 Four Year CalendarvsRolex Cosmograph Daytona

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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 Super Chronomat 44 Four Year Calendar at true scale

Super Chronomat 44 Four Year Calendar

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona at true scale

Cosmograph Daytona

Diameter

44mm

40mm

Thickness

14.6mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

42h

72h

highest

MSRP

$17,450

lowest

$42,700

Movement

Breitling 19

4131

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
14.55mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel & 18k Red Gold
18 kt yellow gold
Finish
Stainless steel & 18k red gold
18 kt yellow gold
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
Dial Color
n/a
Turquoise
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 19
4131
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
0
47
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$17,450
$42,700
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Reviews

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

Breitling Super Chronomat 44 Four Year Calendar

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.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Owners widely praise the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona's design and finishing, with many finding its proportions comfortable and wearable, though some note the sub-dial placement can appear slightly off. The watch is described as "absolutely gorgeous" and offering superior accuracy and finer finishing compared to alternatives, with one owner noting its 40mm case wears smaller and its bracelet is superior with an adjustable clasp. However, many owners question its value at current market prices, finding the retail price steep compared to other chronographs, and some suggest it is a better investment than a watch purchase. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its design, finishing, and wearability, despite concerns about its market value.

From video reviewers

The 18 ct yellow gold case and striking turquoise blue dial are key strengths. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.