One of Breitling's flagship collections is the "Navitimer." While retaining the distinctive pilot watch character that has been passed down for over 70 years, two new Navitimer models in three variations, equipped with a perpetual calendar, have been released.
Breitling's new Navitimer is a perpetual calendar chronograph watch.
The Navitimer, developed by Willy Breitling in 1952, is characterized by its combination of a chronograph and Breitling's patented rotating slide rule. This slide rule allowed pilots to perform flight calculations directly on their wrists. The Navitimer was a collection created for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and two years after its release, in 1954, it became the official timepiece of the AOPA. It also has a history of being worn by a wide range of people, from supersonic pilots to astronauts.
In 2026, Breitling announced "Navitimer Stories," a project to explore the history of this timepiece from the perspectives of aviation, people's lifestyles, and technology, demonstrating why this watch remains timeless. From this Navitimer line, two new "Navitimer B19 Chronograph 43 Perpetual Calendar" models were announced. These models have a theme: "high altitude."
Automatic movement (Cal. B19). 39 jewels. 28,800 vibrations/hour. Power reserve approximately 96 hours. Platinum case (43mm diameter, 14.94mm thickness). 3 ATM water resistance. Limited edition of 75 pieces worldwide. 8,360,000 yen (including tax).
Automatic movement (Cal. B19). 39 jewels. 28,800 vibrations/hour. Power reserve approximately 96 hours. Stainless steel and platinum case (43mm diameter, 14.94mm thickness). 3 ATM water resistance. 5,368,000 yen (tax included).
Automatic movement (Cal. B19). 39 jewels. 28,800 vibrations/hour. Power reserve approximately 96 hours. Stainless steel and platinum case (43mm diameter, 14.94mm thickness). 3 ATM water resistance. 5,368,000 yen (tax included).
The theme is most clearly visible in the dial color. This platinum model, limited to 75 pieces worldwide, features a deep blue lacquer dial inspired by the stratosphere. The outer edge of the dial, where the scale is printed, is given a two-layer color scheme of black and white, intended to guide the user's gaze to the celestial body at the center of the dial. It also pairs well with the navy blue alligator strap.
The other line consists of two models, one with a stainless steel case and the other with a platinum case. They are paired with either a stainless steel bracelet or a brown alligator strap.
This model is particularly noteworthy for its movement. Released in 2024 to commemorate the brand's 140th anniversary, it features the Cal. B19 automatic movement with a perpetual calendar and chronograph. This movement combines Breitling's chronograph technology with a perpetual calendar, and like a typical perpetual calendar, it automatically adjusts for leap years and differences in the number of days in each month, eliminating the need for major manual calendar adjustments for approximately 100 years. Furthermore, the moon phase display at the 12 o'clock position symbolizes the Navitimer's origins, which were born in the skies.
But it's not just about the complex mechanism; this movement also boasts a power reserve of approximately 96 hours, COSC-certified accuracy, and practicality, including a one-step correction system via the crown that allows for quick advancement of all calendar displays. Individual adjustments are also possible using the discreet dimpled pushers located at the 8 and 10 o'clock positions.
