Willy Breitling felt this change of pace and set out to design an unconventional chronograph that would capture the verve of era. He called it the Top Time. That spirited tradition continues today with Breitling partnering with some of the coolest names in wheels to create its Top Time designs.

The second-generation Chevrolet Corvette, from the 1963 to 1967 model years, is the most sought-after version of the American legend. The “Sting Ray,” as it was known, took inspiration from a 1959 racing-model prototype. For 60 years, it has captured the imaginations of car lovers around the world with its perfect combination of a low-profile body and a powerful engine that delivers performance whether on the road or on the track.

The Top Time B01 Chevrolet Corvette features the colors and emblem of its classic-car counterpart as well as a perforated leather racing strap, speed-measuring tachymeter scale and contrasting “squircle” (not quite square, not quite round) subdials that give the feel of vintage dashboard gauges. It also comes with a brag-worthy engine under the hood: the exceptional Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01.
 

Technical Details

Caliber : Breitling Manufacture Calibre B01

Movement : Self-winding mechanical

Power reserve : Approx. 70 hrs

Vibration : 28,800 v.p.h

Jewel : 40 jewels

Calendar : Dial aperture

Case material : Stainless steel

Caseback : Screwed in (sapphire crystal)

Water resistance : 100 m (330 ft)

Bezel : Fixed

Crown : Non screw-locked, two gaskets

Crystal : Sapphire

Diameter : 42.0 mm

Strap material : Stainless steel

Strap Colour : Metal bracelet

Buckle Material : Stainless Steel

Buckle type : Butterfly clasp