from Swiss swatch Expo spotlight on Breitling watches a guide to their
collections Breitling is one of the most revered watch brands in the world and it
is also unrivaled in creating aviation watches in fact they're the only watch
brand to equip every major model with chronometer certified movements and
while Breitling watches are precision instruments they can certainly be used
and enjoyed by all check out their major watch collections and learn which one is
right for you let's start with the Breitling navigator this is undoubtedly
their most famous watch it was designed to help pilots do all of their
calculations with one tool using its now iconic circular slide-rule bezel the
range of numbers you see around its style make a host of pilot appropriate
calculations possible such as distances and airspeed this tool was necessary
before the electronic calculator but it is still useful today preferred even by
non pilots Breitling has a dedicated tutorial for the slide-rule bezel this
way watch fans can learn how to use it
if the navitimer is for aviation then the Breitling super ocean is their dedicated
diver watch collection the super ocean was created in the middle of the 1950's
dive watch boom with its 200 meter water resistance and a practical design of
Arabic numerals and oversized hands it beat its contemporaries impressively the
Heritage Line launched on the super ocean's 50th anniversary in 2007 pays
homage to its inaugural model it comes complete with a steel bracelet and the
original 1950s logo perfect for sailing and water sports enthusiasts building on
the superocean's success and the growth in transcontinental flights Breitling
launched the transocean in the late 50s it was consciously designed for frequent
travellers hence its stylish but relatively refined 50s feel it was
discontinued for decades but was relaunched in year 2010 this time with
Breitling's in-house chronograph movements in the majority of the range
these watches also exhibit an impressive 28,800 vibrations per hour providing
top-notch precision perfect for frequent travellers and those who want modern
technology with a vintage look
Breitling also makes versatile watches for a handful of situations enter the
Breitling Chronomat and Avenger designed to weather even the most
extreme conditions the Chronomat line combines the features of a diver
watch and a chronograph it's also water resistant from 100 to 500 meters
depending on the model the Avenger is similar to the Chronomat with its
features but it has a simpler case design and less busy' dials both lines
are perfect for those who want a multifunctional watch part divert part
pilot with a more imposing design but Breitling isn't all about robustness
with the Breitling for bentley line they've proven that they can create
professional-grade instruments that are luxurious at the same time the Swiss
watchmaker and British car manufacturer collaborated in 2002 to create a line of
chronographs inspired by luxurious vehicles most of
the watches feature a bezel inspired by Bentley's honeycomb radiator grille
motif and a grand combination of colors nothing says luxury like a Bentley and
combined with bright links technical expertise you get an elegant performance
watch perfect for Bentley fans and those who want an imposing sport timepiece
with a unique and eye catching design
and finally we have the professional line living up to its tagline
instruments for professionals it does more than just tell time it can save
your life comprised of the emergency cockpit
B50 and aerospace ranges these watches are robust and specially
designed to accompany adventurers for instance the emergency models are
equipped with micro transmitters that can send distress signals in case of
emergencies this helps the wearer to be rescued more
rapidly how's that for a watch there you have it
Breitling's premium and beautifully crafted collections which one do you
think suits you best tell us in the comments section want more for the best
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