Breitling Top Time DeusvsBulova Racer 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 Top Time Deus at true scale

Top Time Deus

Bulova Racer Chronograph at true scale

Racer Chronograph

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

51.5mm

n/a

Thickness

14.3mm

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Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

48h

n/a

MSRP

$5,750

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Movement

Breitling 23

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14.27mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Breitling 23
n/a
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
48h
0h
Jewels
27
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,750
n/a
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Reviews

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

Breitling Top Time Deus

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time Deus for its striking dial colors and unique styling, with many finding the watch more gorgeous in person than in photos. The finishing is described as amazing, and the padded, supple leather strap is considered a standout, unlike typical replica straps. Some owners appreciate the automatic movement, avoiding the need for hand-winding, and note the limited production as a potential value preserver. However, the Breitling Top Time Deus is considered overpriced by some, and its long lugs are a drawback for certain wearers. One owner reported the watch lost its front case and glass after a fall, with a missing bezel proving difficult to source. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Top Time Deus highly for its eye-catching design and quality finishing, making it a desirable piece despite its price point.

Bulova Racer Chronograph

Owners praise the Bulova Black Dial Leather Strap Racer Chronograph 98B427 for its fresh racing chronograph designs and dial aesthetics. Some owners find the 42mm case size larger than preferred. The faux-rally strap's non-functional perforations are noted, and one owner suggests the chronograph function may only track seconds, not fractions. Some anticipate price drops due to its quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Bulova Black Dial Leather Strap Racer Chronograph 98B427 positively for its racing-inspired dial aesthetics, though some find the case size large and the strap design questionable.