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Breitling Chrono-Matic 49
Atribute to a pioneer, a tribute to an era: in launching the
Chrono-Matic 49, Breitling revives one of the most famous
models in its history – and indeed of watchmaking history as a
whole – in a entirely new way. Flashback to 1969, when Breitling
creates the first selfwinding chronograph movement. This
major invention was to enable the development of a whole
range of chronographs named Chrono-Matic, forerunners of the
current vogue for extremely large-sized watches, and featuring
an original and distinctive appearance.
Fast forward to 2008: the new 49 mm-diameter Chrono-Matic is
inspired by the generous volumes of the original model and by
its modern design with unmistakable Sixties and Seventies
accents including taut, angular lines and geometrical rectilinear
hands with a square base or arrow tip. The red-rimmed totali-
zers lend a technical touch, while the dial reflects the traditional
configuration of the totalizers at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock. The signature
reproduces the Breitling symbol used from the 1950s to the 1970s,
with the brand name capped by an applied gold capital B.
In keeping with its consistently innovative momentum, Breitling
has also revised several details in a decidedly contemporary
spirit. The rotating pinion bezel driving the slide rule takes the
form of a black rubber-molded steel construction. The new
woven steel bracelet, designed specifically for this model, makes
an unusual contrast with the pure lines of the case. In addition
to the steel version, the Chrono-Matic 49 also comes in a red gold
limited edition of 500. It is available with various dial colors,
including magnificent motifs against black or bronze back-
grounds created using the "épargne" method. The Chrono-Matic
49 is powered by Caliber 14, a reliable and high-performance
movement that is chronometer-certified, as indeed are all
Breitling movements. Aclassic entirely in sync with its times –
on land, at sea and in the air.
Movement: Breitling Caliber 14, officially chronometer-certified by
the COSC, selfwinding, high-frequency (28,800 vibrations per hour),
40 jewels. 1/4th of a second chronograph, 30-minute and 12-hour
totalizers. Calendar.
Case: steel, limited series in 18K red gold.
Resistance to 3 bars. Rotating pinion bezel with circular slide rule.
Cambered sapphire crystal, glareproofed on both sides.
Diameter: 49 mm.
Strap/Bracelet: Barenia leather, crocodile, Ocean Racer in rubber/
Aero Classic in woven steel.
www.breitling.com
*Exhibition opens tonite at Paragon Atrium for Breitling Watches*
Atribute to a pioneer, a tribute to an era: in launching the
Chrono-Matic 49, Breitling revives one of the most famous
models in its history – and indeed of watchmaking history as a
whole – in a entirely new way. Flashback to 1969, when Breitling
creates the first selfwinding chronograph movement. This
major invention was to enable the development of a whole
range of chronographs named Chrono-Matic, forerunners of the
current vogue for extremely large-sized watches, and featuring
an original and distinctive appearance.
Fast forward to 2008: the new 49 mm-diameter Chrono-Matic is
inspired by the generous volumes of the original model and by
its modern design with unmistakable Sixties and Seventies
accents including taut, angular lines and geometrical rectilinear
hands with a square base or arrow tip. The red-rimmed totali-
zers lend a technical touch, while the dial reflects the traditional
configuration of the totalizers at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock. The signature
reproduces the Breitling symbol used from the 1950s to the 1970s,
with the brand name capped by an applied gold capital B.
In keeping with its consistently innovative momentum, Breitling
has also revised several details in a decidedly contemporary
spirit. The rotating pinion bezel driving the slide rule takes the
form of a black rubber-molded steel construction. The new
woven steel bracelet, designed specifically for this model, makes
an unusual contrast with the pure lines of the case. In addition
to the steel version, the Chrono-Matic 49 also comes in a red gold
limited edition of 500. It is available with various dial colors,
including magnificent motifs against black or bronze back-
grounds created using the "épargne" method. The Chrono-Matic
49 is powered by Caliber 14, a reliable and high-performance
movement that is chronometer-certified, as indeed are all
Breitling movements. Aclassic entirely in sync with its times –
on land, at sea and in the air.
Movement: Breitling Caliber 14, officially chronometer-certified by
the COSC, selfwinding, high-frequency (28,800 vibrations per hour),
40 jewels. 1/4th of a second chronograph, 30-minute and 12-hour
totalizers. Calendar.
Case: steel, limited series in 18K red gold.
Resistance to 3 bars. Rotating pinion bezel with circular slide rule.
Cambered sapphire crystal, glareproofed on both sides.
Diameter: 49 mm.
Strap/Bracelet: Barenia leather, crocodile, Ocean Racer in rubber/
Aero Classic in woven steel.
www.breitling.com
*Exhibition opens tonite at Paragon Atrium for Breitling Watches*
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