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Breitling · Top Time

Breitling Top Time B01

Ref. AB01768A/A872/648X/A18DSA.6 · Chronograph

$7,650Sold out

Used market ≈ $5,010 · from 16 sold listings

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Case

Diameter
41mm
Thickness
13.3mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Finish
18k red gold
Water resistance
100m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire

Movement

Caliber
Breitling B01
Type
Automatic
Power reserve
70h
Hacking
Yes
Hand-winding
Yes
Complications
Time only

Breitling

Breitling's flagship in-house integrated chronograph movement featuring a column-wheel mechanism and vertical clutch for smooth chronograph operation. The 70-hour power reserve and COSC certification make it one of the best value propositions in manufacture chronograph calibers. Its modular design allows for various dial configurations across the Navitimer, Chronomat, and Premier collections.

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
standard
Sub-dials
2
Bezel
tachymeter
Bracelet
rubber_strap

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Top Time collection · 6 watches

Top Time B01
Top Time B0141mm
Top Time B01 Racing
Top Time B01 Racing38mm
Top Time B21
Top Time B2142mm
Top Time B21
Top Time B2142mm
Top Time Deus
Top Time Deus41mm

8 colorways

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02The community take

Owners talk.

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The Breitling Top Time B01 is widely praised for its handsome design and sharp finishing, featuring the in-house B01 movement. Owners find the 41mm case wears smaller than dimensions suggest, and specific variants like the Triumph and Deus are highlighted for their attractive dials and unique details. The Breitling B01 movement is a consistent point of appreciation, with owners noting its smooth operation and 70-hour power reserve. Some owners report the watch is a favorite, even surpassing other timepieces in their collection, and find it sexier than alternatives. However, some reviewers suggest the abundant polishing on certain cases could benefit from more brushing. The lug-to-lug length on the 41mm case can be a concern for smaller wrists, prompting advice to try it on in person. One owner noted a price of $5,300 USD for the Triumph model, while another questioned a $2,500 price difference over ETA-equipped models, seeing no discernible difference between the movements.

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