The outlier in this comparison is actually the Breitling. Split second chronos aren't supposed to be this cheap! I think they've made an absolutely stunning watch for the price. However, there are some major compromises in it compared to the Patek. The Patek is a highly refined integrated split seconds movement. It's made from the ground up to be a split seconds movement. The B03 in the Breitling is a regular B01 automatic chronograph movement (which is a great movement for its class) with a separate split seconds module on top of it. That's why you can't see the second column wheel mechanism. It's on the other side of the B01. This makes the watch less pleasing to the eye, but more significantly, it makes it very thick. So thick, in fact, that they've chucked out the self winding rotor to limit the bulk. This, in turn, arguably makes the movement even less attractive, as you'll see little holes and indentations in the movement made to accommodate the missing self winding mechanism. Again, the Breitling is a stunning watch, but there are some good reasons for the price difference.
I'm so glad that you featured the 5370 in this comparison. Although, I must add that if I aspired to own a 5370 but couldn't afford one I'd rather choose an alternative from PP, which is the ref. 5170G-010. That is exactly what I did - you get similar overall look as the 5370 but at a much more "approachable" price range. the 5370 will remain a grail for me but my 5170 is a fantastic watch to "scratch the itch".
Great strategy, 5370 is the ultimate grail but 5170 is almost as gorgeous, a Breitling shouldn't even be mentioned in this context, it's like saying a Chrysler looks a little like a Bentley.
You forgot to mention: 1. Breitling has a vertical clutch chronograph Vs the patek with a lateral clutch which means the chronograph on the breitling doesn't quite consume power as much as the Patek. 2. The breitling has a power reserve of 70 hrs Vs the patek at 65 hrs. 3. The breitling is cosc certified though I guess the patek is highly accurate too as they known for their quality in accuracy.
It also doesn't mention that the function and accuracy of luxury watches have nothing to do with pricing. These are just marketing tools brands differentiate themselves and justify their absurd pricing. A Casio G-Shock will have more function and better accuracy than any high-complication timepiece.
Had the Breitling in my hands too. It’s a stunning piece, well done. I love the movement as you cannot get a dress watch with a good size that compilation and 100m WR. Great comparison bro 👍🏻
I've been saving for a chronograph, I was thinking of a Speedmaster or maybe an El Primero but wow, this Breitling is phenomenal. Even more that it holds its own against a hyper-exclusive Patek. Where'd you get your hands on that anyway?
I've only read the title, and I'll have you know, I can! If you look really closely, near the twelve hour marker, slightly to the center of the watch, one of them has a Breitling, the other a Patek Philippe logo! Subtle details like these..🤤
The Patek’s movement is beautiful. But you have to be nuts to spend $200,000* for a watch. That’s more than I spent on my house. Heck, I almost feel the same way about spending $10,000 on a watch. I’ll stick with my beloved Sea Gull 1963. The movement is awesome to look at and at $150, it probably costs less than a single applied numeral on the Patek’s dial.
@@watchcollectingstrategy Thanks for the video. It was very interesting. I’d love to see a video explaining in detail why, for example, an Omega Seamaster 300 costs 10 x more than a Baltic Aquascaphe. Is there an actual reason other than excellent marketing for the price difference? I’d be really interested to see a video where two watches were disassembled and the price differences explained. I understand why Patek’s or Vacheron’s are so expensive (although I still can’t believe how expensive), as each piece is essentially hand made and finished. That’s remarkable. But a brand like Rolex is all marketing. A submariner is not 10x better than a Tudor Black Bay 58 for example. Anyway, sorry for the mini rant.
The movement of the Patek Philippe is not better than the Breitling. It can simply be prettier, because it has a more old school aesthetic. But the best current chronograph machine is the Breitling B01. Any watch specialist can confirm this for you. In terms of aesthetics, the Breitling is more beautiful to be honest. In conclusion. Just the materials and the exclusivity around the brand that makes it so so expensive, but at the level of detail we all know that the Breitling has a better design.
Looks like there is one issue with the Breitling that being that the chronograph minute hand only jumps when the chronograph seconds reaches about 30 seconds or 6 O-clock
Since the Patek is platinum you should have used the 18 carat rose gold Breitling duograph which goes for $22K from the AD or $16K new from the gray market.
Loving ur content but it's never justifiable to call a Breitling Cheap even tho this Patek is much more expensive.Still its One of my fav watch brands of all time.Having Classy and timeless designs
rolex also has machine finishing and cheap looking movement but they hide it. its a kind of marketing move that maintains the illusion of luxury which it is clearly not. Breitling should have also done the same like rolex and only sell it with solid case backs
Why a 3mm boxed crystal and a display case back it’s not Lange. They could have easily shaved 3mm on this watch and made it 12mm, would have had a 5 year wait list. Also unbelievable finish all the way for breitling but they cheeped out on its oem strap
Yes, it's noticeable that Patek used to slice the hour marker numbers in the past but now they completely avoid it and just leave out any affected digits and the appearance is clean and better balanced. And for anyone older than around 5 the hour markers are completely unnecessary, so should only be added where it contributes to the dial appearance. But sliced numbers are literally good for nothing.
At a first glance, the Breguet numerals jump out and sing. Irrespective of the other features….the PP is clearly the better watch. Incomparable really.
That was my first question also. Seiko make nice enamel dials on pressage watches costing less than $2000. I'm sure they're not comparable to the PP, but at least Seiko don't feel the need to write what the dial is made of on the face of the dial.
Yesterday I've got the chance of touching and having in my hand a real rolex Submariner...at least his owner claims it is and I know it has the money. Was I disappointed man! I've know now for sure that 500 it's my limit.
Which watch is more durable? Patek Philippe is more delicate, then again. When you get into Patek Philippe grand complication territory. We all assume a person has a lifestyle were the watch is only an accessory, and that person will not need to do anything that can damage the watch.
@@watchcollectingstrategy True, but I was referring more towards durability. Can it take a beating (not that anyone would at this level of horology) like a Seiko Turtle or Rolex.
The Patek is a work of Art 🎨 ✨️ Breitling did a great product offering huge value and quality to many of us who are not going to get a mortgage to buy a watch. Excellent content 👌🏼 J.
@@watchcollectingstrategy The Habring2 Doppel-Felix is under $10K, under 13mm thick, under 15 made per year, and hand assembled and finished by the designer, owner and namesake of the company. Patek can't really compete 😀 Mine should be here in a few weeks after 9 months on the waiting list
Let’s see $250,000 vs under $8,000, yes the Patek is always phenomenal but unless you have money to burn, or other people’s money and money is no object. If I was a billionaire, I’d get the Patek but since I’m poor and lowly I’d be proud to have the Breitling. Machine finish? Maybe the machine polishes but I’ve watch videos of Breitling and every piece is put together buy hand. Either way they are all beautiful labors of love.
