Introduced in 1984, at a time where extra-thin quartz timepieces were the order of the day, Breitling placed a bold bet on an impressively proportioned mechanical watch. Based on the Frecce Tricolori chronograph, which had been developed and launched in 1983 in collaboration with the famed Italian aerial squadron, the Chronomat celebrated Breitling’s centenary in style and marked the return of the mechanical chronograph to its rightfully prominent place at the brand which had built its global reputation on these incredible watches. Available in a variety of materials including stainless steel and 18k red gold, the Chronomat features a 42 mm case and the iconic bezel with the four rider tabs. Available with a range of black, blue, silver, and copper dials, the Chronomat is matched to the signature “Rouleaux” bracelet and is powered by the in-house Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01, a COSC-certified chronometer.
 

Technical Data

 
Caliber : Breitling 01 (Manufacture)

Movement : Self-winding mechanical

Power reserve : Approx. 70 hrs

Chronograph : 1/4th second chronograph, 30-minute and 12-hour totalizers.

Vibration : 28,800 v.p.h

Jewel : 47 jewels

Calendar : Dial aperture

Case material : Stainless steel

Caseback : Screwed in (sapphire crystal)

Water resistance : 200 m (660 ft)

Bezel : Unidirectional, ratcheted

Crown : Screw-locked, two gaskets

Crystal : Cambered sapphire, glareproofed both sides

Product Weight (Approx.) : 200.0 g.

Watch-head Weight (Approx.) : 105.6 g.

Diameter : 42.0 mm

Thickness : 15.1 mm

Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip) : 50.5 mm

Lug width (in-between lug) : 22.0 mm

Strap material : Stainless steel

Strap colour : Metal bracelet

Strap type : Straight

Lug : 22/20 mm