Nice review, Bruce. Don't forget that every Breitling gets Chronometer Certified, which is largely overlooked. As a brand, Breitling's quality is underrated imo.
I like the way the bracelet clasp folds,it gives a continuous look to the bracelet. No big clasp back like a Rolex or an Omega to get all scratched up. It’s a bold piece indeed
It not wobbling, it's the rolling shutter of the camera struggling with fast lateral movements. Similar to weird looking guitar strings when filmed in bright light conditions.
I guess I’m the only one here, but I don’t like the Rouleaux bracelet. Much prefer the Pilot bracelet. I don’t like that they use pins and sleeves on that bullet style bracelet instead of screws that the Pilot used. I loved the old Pilot bracelet look too. Nice review though.
Man, I just love the "Chronomat." Like you, I am definitely a bracelet guy, and IMHO the "bullet bracelet," is one of the best on the market. The level of finishing, the wrist presence.......the "Chronomat," just ticks a lot of boxes for me, and overall, is one of my all-time favorite models. Great review as usual, and thank you for sharing it
Planning to get one since this gives me the 90s nostalgia. Breitling went to their archives to issue the bullet bracelet Chronomat once more. It reminds me of Monica (Courteney Cox) wearing one on Friends
Crazy that you can now buy this watch for around 5-6K (secondary market). In my opinion, that’s a deal if I’ve ever seen one. This watch might be my next purchase.
Hey Bruce love your vids. But you got the dimensions wrong. It is 42 mm. Maybe it wears like a 44 or 45 but in the breitling catalog this model is 42 mm
@@BruceWilliams I'm not arguing with you I'm just giving informations off bretiling's website. It wears big of course but the dimensions they stated is 42mm. I mean no disrespect i'm a big fan and love your work
Its probably "technically" 42mm but is actually 45 with the massive crown guards that take up pretty much the entire crown side of the case. Breitling should've listed it as 45 to be more transparent. Im assuming they know the masses want smaller watches, but they just can't commit to it 😂 sneaky sneaky
@@BruceWilliams Well, it is the same with the solid case backs and the finishing of the movements. I am not going to see it, but it is nice to know that my Tudor's movement is nicely finished
@@AGWatchesAndGear I disagree. A movement is the heart and soul of an automatic watch. With a luxury watch it should be finished tastefully. The underside of a seconds hand though is immaterial to the model and experience. Should not matter if it is painted red or left as untreated metal. It may be one small component of a watch but it does not carry the same importance as a movement. Does that mean we should not have clear casebacks on sub 2-3k watches? A 2824-2 is nothing to look at, and one could argue even the 'ebabore ebauch' is as unappealing as an unpainted underside of a chronograph hand. Every modern Seiko movement under the 8 series looks awful under the macro but people don't call it disgusting.
@@BruceWilliams ... if I'm paying over $8,000 for a watch then it has to be pretty much perfect (in terms of finishing). A Glashutte Original, Omega or even GS's most affordable SBGX261 doesn't cut corners like that. I like the design and the bracelet, sadly, the price and attention to detail leaves a lot to be desired. In fact, it's pretty disappointing.
@@gregorypaulbox3035 We usually agree bro but not here. I don't think there is such a thing as watch perfection at least sub 15k, and us watch enthusiasts can get too carried away with our expectations
Great review. I picked up the blue dial (not the Ltd. ed.) back in May and absolutely love it!! The dial is amazing, the watch has a great wrist presence, and the bracelet is very comfortable!!
I am just an affordable watch collector. Most under $300. I have Jack Masson, Vostok, Casio( Edifice, G-Shock)Timex, Cadisen, Guinqin, Starking, Fossil, Diesel, a Tag Huer is probably the most expensive which was given as a present and Breitling Avenger is going to be my first grail watch. I am a pilot and it's what I have been looking at for awhile. My budget is not to have just one expensive, but many nice affordable watches for whatever I need that day. I have a total of 31 watches collected over 40 years( since I was small) and I am not into selling. I buy what I like and keep it in good condition, like my 4 sets of golf clubs
That intro was very cool mate. Nicely done! Cool watch by the way. Tried it on at the A D. But with a blue dial. I wanted the black one, don't like blue dials so wasn't 100% convinced yet, but nice watch nontheless
I slowed it down to 0.25 speed and it really looks like the chrono hand has some flex in it! Like the tip is just catchin back up to the base. May be part of the reason it has such a pronounced stutter..... I don’t know lol I’m no expert
I have the original B01 AB0110 version in all polished steel, Black dial version. I absolutely love it, and would never sell. I call it the ‘King of Bling’ of my collection - Big, Bold,Beautiful and Breitling! I love this new version too, but wouldn’t swap ever. Chronomats are so Cool 😎
I initially did not like this watch from the stock photos provided by Breitling themselves, but this video changed me mind. This watch is simply stunning! I'm wondering if you have plans to review any of the new Avenger Chronographs (well not brand new, but circa 2019)?
Yesterday I went to see the panda dial. Damn, what a watch, the silver sunburst reacted to light like no other I've seen. It fitted well on my 19cm wrist.
I have never been drawn to watches with lots of polished metal. That said, they look clean and bright in the light. And they present themselves well in photography, particularly natural light. The contrast the polishing creates draws the eye to the lines and motifs of the design. I am now a begrudging convert. I think this watch is visually satisfying and even alluring.
Definitely enjoyed this presentation! Awesome intro! I love the kind of different mood in this one Bruce! Great review of a great watch. Really love the new Chronomat as well and would also prefer it over a Navitimer. It just too busy for my personal taste. You really emphasized the highlights of the watch imho - Breitling watches, especially this one, really have a great wrist presence. You can really spot a Breitling watch within a second. Same goes for the build and finishing quality. Breitling is really on the levels of Rolex and Omega. I own watches of all three brands and Breitling is mostly underrated when in comes to quality alone. Even their regular ETA movements are very well regulated. My Avenger II GMT from 2016 is still running more precise than my new Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Master Chronometer! Also their presentation and boxes are on a very high quality. Love their built in travel boxes when you buy a Breitling like my Avenger. I really like what Georges Kern did with the Brand (well okay besides the logo discussion...) after he left IWC. All the best from Germany & keep up the great work! - Daniel
I filmed three reviews early one morning last week, and this was the first one that day. You can totally tell I hadn't quite woken up yet lol. I agree, Breitling is definitely underrated in terms of quality and detail. Watch fans overlook this brand far too much!
I must say that if you can’t see the wobble without the video camera it’s not important because you won’t be filming your watch to tell the time. By the way your Omega is beautiful. I’d buy this watch before purchasing a Daytona simply because they don’t treat you like a surf making you beg for the watch having you wait three years to acquire it. You’ll also have the added benefit of a date function which is important to me and you’ll have enough left over to purchase an additional luxury timepiece for your collection. Love your channel other Bruce. Keep up the great work!
@@BruceWilliams ok then breitling got the wrong measurements on their website and Kern had it wrong when he presented the watch ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-D8dNdp_U_r0.html&feature=emb_title. Would be hilarious if its wrong :)
You good Bruce? You sound a bit sad today, hope everything's fine! This and the new top time have reintroduced me to Breitling to be honest, they really look cool
Finally, Breitling is making watches I can read. That bracelet is really cool. I really like the design language Breitling has been using in their more recent releases. But I still want their competitor's offerings more. Fantastic review Bruce 😊👍
I don’t like where Breitling is going with the new models. Just my opinion. I liked the older “tool watch” designs. I feel there’s far better options at the same price point. I used to be a Breitling fan boy too. No longer
I guess this is what happens when a brand tries to expand beyond a very loyal core enthusiasts. I too prefer the over engineered toolish Breitlings of the past.
For me the only interesting and appealing Chronomats are those produced in the 80s and 90s, especially the older ones with the Aermacchi stamped on the caseback and with a strictly Rouleaux bracelet. To be preferred in the rare steel-only version ... Maybe they were a little too flashy and gaudy, but the dimensions were perfect, and they had their own originality given by the beautiful case and buttons ... These new Chronomats suck, with that banal case with owl beak handles, and the exaggerated size ...!
Looks cool very 90s which I dig .... messed with one at ad ... bezel was terrible . Whole thing just seemed a little unfinished ? Hate to say cheap .... bracelet is def the standout .
If the 15 min markers were the only polished part of the bezel I would give this watch a 10/10 I'm one those guys who likes to fly under the radar. And this watch in my eyes is an everyday type of a watch, I daily my DSOTM, my navitimer is a dress up/casual type of a watch so it's ok if it's a little shiny it's meant to standout a bit. But this new Chronomat is a definite daily type of watch it's not a jewel watch, to me. Breitling almost got it perfect w this watch.
Very good looking watch, but oh-so expensive. When I see a watch such as this Breitling, I appreciate my Heuer Autavia re-issue chrono even more... at $3000 less than the Chronomat.
10:23 the underside of the chronograph seconds hand looks terrible as it is reflected off the minute hand. It looks like paint spray. Small unseen detail, but I wish they had cleaned it up or maybe painted both sides of the hand.
You said quality is on par with the Navitimer but do you think quality is on par with similar brands given all the QC issues people are noting from the video ? I do love the wrist presence and that bracelet is beautiful
There’s a lot of mirror finishes on the chronomat which means very visible micro scratches for most of us ..I’m not a huge fan of chronometers as I find them too busy . It’s still a nice watch but if I had to go chrono I would probably go speedmaster and save a real chunk of change ...very good review Bruce ..
Thank you spot lighting a great watch from a brand that is often overlooked. I've found Breitling makes very high quality watches and bracelets that are perfection. Unfortunately the watch community often suffers from herd mentality. As to the price, the Breitling brand has taken a beating so you will find Breitling heavily discounted especially secondary and grey market. Still a historic brand bringing to market great watches.
Another great vid, Bruce. The Chronomat was my first luxury watch I've bought. This new Chronomat looks really nice. But it's not the Chronomat as a tool-watch as the older ones. So nice, but no catch for me.
I am interested in buying that Chronomat. I just want to ask if there is anyone that already owns it, how does ti perform with regards to the time keeping and power reserve? Is B01 calibre a reliable one? The reason I am asking is because I currently own a new Avenger and I am not happy at all with the daily deviations it gives me and the power reserve (it only stops working after 6-7 hours after I leave it, after 5 days of non-stop wearing). Any opinions are much appreciated.
@10:24 unfortunately shows some pretty annoying paint quality issue on the chronograph hand’s underside. Not that you would notice but for 8-9k$ this is annoying.
It not wobbling, it's the rolling shutter of the camera struggling with fast lateral movements. Similar to weird looking guitar strings when filmed in bright light conditions. Look at the macro shot around 11:00. The wobbling does not start before 11:05 where the red hand is vertical enough to showcase the rolling shutter of the camera.
