Chronomat B01 42

Breitling’s Chronomat B01 42 lineup is stepping up its game with a new execution of the Chronomat B01 42 collection.

Elevating the Classic: Chronomat B01 42

For those who love the featherlight wrist feel of titanium, Breitling is introducing the Chronomat B01 42 in the lightweight metal that offers superior strength, enhancing the wearer’s experience without sacrificing the Chronomat’s hallmark robustness.

But rest assured, all the classic features that have defined the Chronomat remain firmly intact. The emblematic “onion” crown, a nod to the line’s aeronautical roots, offers an easy grip with a touch of vintage flair. The signature rider tabs still punctuate the bezel, allowing wearers to swap between the 15- and 45-minute markers for countdowns or count-ups.

Breitling’s Chronomat has always been a watch not just for the timekeepers but for the trailblazers. Born in an era of slender quartz models, it boldly defied trends with its impressive mechanical fortitude. The Chronomat got its start in 1983 as the official watch of the famed Italian aerial squadron Frecce Tricolori, before its widespread release a year later. That launch helped to re-establish the mechanical chronograph’s prominence in an era of quartz domination.

With the release of this new titanium model, Breitling once again scores points for watch enthusiasts everywhere, offering a fusion of new-school narrative with a legacy of precision and style.