Breitling Women's Windrider

Breitling has been turning out high end precision Swiss watches since 1884.  They own a reputation of exceptional quality and innovative design.  These timepieces are true timekeeping instruments, which offer extreme functionality wrapped in bold and luxurious packages.  Although most of Breitling’s creations are reserved for men, they do have some really striking women’s watches, like the Windrider Starliner line.  These timepieces allow for all of Breitling’s ingenuity to shine through in a more feminine fashion.

The Breitling Windrider Starliner A7134053.K512.360A is one of their Swiss Quartz models.  Its stunning good looks start with the pink Mother-of-Pearl dial, which has been accented by brilliant round cut diamonds acting as the hour markers.  The bezel is crafted of polished steel and is also adorned with diamonds.  As with all Breitling’s this watch is fitted with a scratch resistant sapphire crystal and is water resistant to 330 feet.  The bracelet on this women’s watch is presented in a highly polished steel link, complete with locking fold over clasp.  The Windrider Starliner is all Swiss made and carries Breitling’s reputation for luxury watch making.  This is definitely a watch for the woman who knows what she wants.  It is commanding, and at the same time exudes a feminine aura.  You can’t go wrong with this watch…Breitlings’ are simply the best!

Breitling watches are without a doubt highly desirable timepieces.  So how can the maker of some of the finest luxury watches make their products even more desirable?  Simple: team up with Bentley, maker of some of the finest ultra-luxury vehicles on the planet

Red Gold Limited, 100 pieces set

The latest models of watches in this luxury partnership are the Bentley GMT 2009 Limited Series.  Brietling for Bentley spared no expense when creating this extremely limited collection and each watch is a testament to the superior refinement of both brands.

Beginning with the most available of the set at 100 pieces, the Red Gold Limited Bentley GMT comes with a bronze dial and red accented hands.  Its brother, also called the Red Gold Limited, is a set of 50 pieces.  It comes with diamonds set into the strap attachments and at the hour markers, as well as either a natural or azure mother-of-pearl dial.  Next in the series is the White Gold Limited.  Only amounting to 25 pieces, this watch features the same diamond settings and dial choices as the 50 piece Red Gold Limited.  The final watch in the series is also called the White Gold Limited.  This timepiece distinguishes itself by being set with baguette-cut diamonds and having a diamond-pave dial; understandably, this watch is a set of only 10 pieces.

Well, our poll results are in and according to our members, fans and blog readers, the favored luxury watch brand for 2009 is Breitling!

As you can see here in this picture of a Breitling for Bentley GMT model, Breitlings are top of the line in terms of craftmanship and complexity; the latter being what the Breitling brand was founded on and continues to put first and foremost.

Breitling came in with 32%, followed by Omega with 27%, Cartier with 18%, Michele with 14% and lastly, Panerai with 9%.

I’m a bit surprised with the results to be honest with you; I would have thought that something more traditional like Cartier watches (especially with holidays purchases spiking specific interest) would have come in closer to the top. But that’s why the “people’s voice” is so great! YOU tell US what you think is the best and then we know.

Breitling is a definite favorite among celebrities and perhaps some of this public attention swayed your vote. Celebs like John Travolta, Brad Pitt, Tommy Lee Jones and Dave Chapell love their Breitlings. Seen the video?

Whether you voted for Breitling as #1 or not, you can always find your dream watch with us and many times we run special promotions on already super low prices, so stay tuned. 2010 is the year to know what time it is!

In celebration of the 40^th anniversary of the launch of the first self-winding chronograph Breitling is releasing two, limited edition versions of its Chrono-Matic watch, one called the QP and the other called the 1461.

The Breitling Chrono-Matic QP (as pictured in the first image) will be released in 125 pieces while the 1461 will be more widely available in a total of 2,000 pieces.  The latter, the 1461, is named after the fact that is features a chronograph and a calendar complication that needs only one adjustment per leap year resulting in a memory of 1,461 days. The QP features a perpetual calendar, made of 500 parts, which beautifully displays the date, day, week, month, season, and moon phase.

The look of both of these versions is inspired by the original Chronomat which came out in 1969.

1969 was a big year for both the aviation and watchmaking industries. Both the first flight of the Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet and that of the supersonic Concorde took place and Breitling created the first self-winding chronograph movement. This invention led to the launch of many collections of men’s watches. Breitling has always made watches specifically for aviation pilots which is why the company’s motto is “instruments for professionals.”

Both the Chrono-Matic QP and 1461 measure a hefty 49 mm in diameter and feature a circular slide ruler that is also seen in the Navitimer line. Both are water resistant to 30 meters and have a power reserve of 42 hours.

The overall design of both versions takes inspirations from the 70’s but each watch is very different looking than the other. The Chrono-Matic QP is crafted from red gold and comes with a black rubber strap, while the Chrono-Matic 1461 (as pictured in the second image) is made from all steel, including the woven steel Aero Classic bracelet, which gives the watch a retro look.

Breitling watches are “instruments for professionals” and these two chron0-matic models are no exception.

Breitling watches, named after Leon Breitling, who founded his company in 1884 in Switzerland, have over the years become one of the top luxury watch brands, even though luxury was not what initially drove their creation.

Breitlings were primarily designed for aviation pilot and some of these technical functions, have in fact, turned out to be what has made Breitling watches some of the most high end models around today. Their large faces which allow pilots better visibility are popular due to the ever growing demand for large watches. Some of their technical features like the flyback function, split second, moon phase, date display, circular slide rule on the bezel and other complications have rendered them luxurious and therefore popular.

The newest Breitling watch to be released was the limited edition chronograph called the Cosmonaute. The Cosmonaute was released to celebrate the company’s 125^th anniversary. This new version, made in 1,000 pieces, is based on the original Cosmonaute which was created in 1962 to accompany astronauts making space voyages. What is special about this watch’s function is that it can indicate all 24 hours of the day in a single sweep of the dial.

There are many celebrities who have chosen to wear a Breitling watch; fans of the Breitling Navitimer include the comedian Dave Chapelle, TV host Simon Cowell, musician Miles Davis, and actors Tommy Lee Jones and John Lovitz. Rapper Ludacris prefers the Breitling Super Avenger.

John Travolta could perhaps be the biggest and best spokesmen for Breitling watches since he himself is an avid pilot. Travolta has been seen wearing many different Breitlings, but the one he seems to like the best is the Navitimer.

Other celebrities who wear Breitling men’s watches are Leonardo DiCaprio, who likes the Chronograph Avenger and Tom Cruise who opts for the Breitling Emergency Mission.

With their large faces that easily display information and allow for better visibility, Breitling watches were primarily designed as aviation timepieces. However, due to their enduring style and high-profile partnerships, like the one with Bentley that resulted in the Breitling for Bentley Motors, Breitlings are now just as known for their precision timekeeping as they are status symbols.

With collection names such as the Aeromarine Avenger, the Navitimer, the Professional Airwolf and the Windrider Cockpit, these really are hard-core, high-precision watches that are practically indestructible. Given these characteristics, even though Breitling does make a few watches for women, they really and truly are the perfect watch for a man.

This is why many male celebrities choose to wear a Breitling watch. Some fans of the Breitling Navitimer include the comedian Dave Chapelle, TV host Simon Cowell, musician Miles Davis, and actors Tommy Lee Jones and John Lovitz. Rapper Ludacris prefers the Breitling Super Avenger.

Since Breitlings are aviation watches, it’s obvious that John Travolta, himself a well accredited pilot, likes just about every Breitling, but has been seen most often wearing a Navitimer. Other film stars who have been spotted wearing a Breitling are Leonardo deCaprio (he likes the Chronograph Avenger) and Tom Cruise who chooses the Breitling Emergency Mission.

We have every Breitling watch worn by the celebrities mentioned above for much less than they paid for theirs.  So no matter which Breitling you most indentify with, we have them all at prices that never go out of style.

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Long recognized as a leader in Swiss-made mechanical chronographs, the Breitling Company has recently established itself as a pioneer in the world of electronic watches as well.  Breitling is a favorite among pilots, aviators and anyone associated with the world of flight, so it is no surprise that they would want to be at the forefront of any technology related that enhances the flying experience.

Everything about the Breitling watches‘ new “Airwolf Instruments for Professionals” is made with a pilot’s needs in mind.  First of all, it is the first Breitling Calibre 78 movement that uses chronograph “pushers” rather than locating the function controls on the crown.  This 1/100-second SuperQuartz chronograph includes a secondary time zone, perpetual independent alarm, countdown timer, and back light.   It even includes a slide-rule on the bezel.  The hefty case of the Breitling Airwolf is 43.5 mm wide, and topped with a double-coated sapphire crystal, and surrounded with a black PVD-coated bezel.  With bracelets available in either polished metal or sporty rubber, this watch is a model of efficiency and style.

How do all these functions help a pilot, you may ask?  Well, the dual time zone allows the pilot to calculate landing times in both the origin and destination time zones.  Ergonomically, the new curved push-pieces allow for easier manipulation, in flight.  The oversized hands and glowing backlight allow for greater visibility and legibility.

But perhaps the most remarkable feature of this watch is a portion that is not even visible while it is worn.  The caseback of the all-new Breitling Airwolf evokes the whirling turbines of a jet engine.  This three-dimensional “turbine” not only looks good, it also serves as a resonance chamber for the watch’s alarm and other indicators.  This same motif is subtly echoed in the decoration of the dial.

Whether you are attracted by the generous dimensions of the case, the sophisticated detailing on the dial, or the jet-engine inspired caseback, the Breitling Airwolf is truly an instrument of inspired form and function.

Do you have a man in your life who loves gadgets?  Almost everyone does.  Well, it’s time to let them know about a watch that they will not be able to resist.

Made to recall the grand spirit of the 1940’s, the Breitling Navitimer Montbrillant Datora watch is truly a gadget-lover’s dream.  With a round case that dominates even the largest wrist, and more numbers and instrumentation on the dial than one could ever fathom, the Montbrillant Datora is the type of watch that requires an engineering degree for one to fully utilize.

The most distinguishing characteristic of the instrumentation on this retro-inspired Breitling is in its date display, which shows the day and the month through adjacent aperture windows, while a half-moon pointer in the center indicates the time of day.  Other distinguishing functions on this timepiece include a 1/100^th of an hour indicator, a tachometer, a slide-rule and 24-hour military time.  And for the world-traveler, the time zones of major international cities are engraved on the back of the case.

The true spirit of the Datora collection pays tribute to Breitling’s bestseller of the 40’s, but today’s edition is available in a much wider selection of dial colors and textured straps.  This mechanical, self-winding chronograph embodies the precision timekeeping technology for which Breitling first became known.

My personal favorite version of the Navitimer Montbrillant Datora is the one with the copper-colored dial and brown crocodile leather strap.  This version also looks great with a stainless steel bracelet, which may hold up better over time.  The luminescent hand and hour markers, beneath a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, give this watch the look and feel of a navigator’s instrumentation panel, while retaining the charm and simplicity of the 1940’s.

Since 1884, the Breitling watch company has been known for creating some of the best-known luxury timepieces in the world.

It is no surprise that Breitling been a pioneer in the world of aviation, since they began by making chronographs for pilots and chronometers for airplanes. Early on, the Breitling Navitimer became the official watch of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. This was soon followed by the “Cosmonaut” model, which was worn by astronaut Scott Carpenter in space.

In recent years, Breitling has continued to introduce even more technology into its timepieces. The “Emergency” model is capable of transmitting an emergency aviation distress signal, and Breitling’s Colt SuperOcean and Chronomat models are both COSC-rated and waterproof up to 100 ATM.

After reviewing several of Breitling’s men’s watches, three models stand out as top competitors among competitors: The Aerospace, the Navitimer, and the Chronomat B01.

The Breitling Aerospace watch is a rugged, sporty and highly reliable timepiece, which has been recently modified with a more modern look.

The 2009 model, introduced at Baselworld, features a case and bezel made from 18-carat rose gold. The dial includes a luminescent “dot” at the twelve o’clock spt, and an etched sixty minute scale around the bezel. The brown dial is accented with rose-gold hour markers at the 3, 6, 9 and 12 o-clock, and the hands are luminescent as well. New in this model are two digital screens, one displaying the function name, and one the function itself. Functions include an alarm, chronograph timer, minute repeater and an additional time-zone.

Marking their 125th anniversary, Breitling recently introduced a special series of their well known Navitimer watch. Since 1952, the Navitimer has been considered the official watch of the aviation industry, and is worn by pilots around the world. This self-winding chronograph model acts like a navigation computer, allowing pilots to calculate flight details accurately. The new Navitimer uses the Breitling “caliber 26” movement, and features an elegant Air Racer bracelet.

The Breitling Chronomat B01 is known for its elongated profile in its case design, and is available in a variety of materials – steel, steel/gold and 18-carat rose gold. A truly refined timepiece, the Chronomat is extremely sturdy and masculine in its appearance, and its 500 meter water resistance makes it an excellent choice for the diver. What makes this watch particularly unique are the large, engraved Roman numerals around the bezel and raised steel markers at the quarter-hours. It also features a convex, scratch-proof sapphire crystal, which is glare-proof on both sides. Internally, the COSC certified Chronomat is equipped with Breitling’s exclusive B01-calibre movement, which vibrates at a 28,000 per hour. Its six functions include a ¼ second chronograph and a tachometer, making it unquestionably reliable and accurate. Bracelets are available in stainless steel, crocodile leather and luxurious Barenia leather.

Whichever Breitling model you choose, you can be certain that, like all other Breitlings, it will be a masterpiece of Swiss timekeeping technology.

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After trying on several Breitling Watches in Switzerland last summer, I was a bit confused about which one to choose.  Then, the salesperson brought out the new line of Breitling watches called Breitling for Bentley.  Having always been a fan of Bentley automobiles, I had a feeling one of these would be the watch for me.

Breitling partnered with Bentley to unveil a new line of watches inspired by the refinement and sophistication of this world renowned British automaker.  The collection includes the Bentley Motors series, the GT and GMT racing models, a limited edition Mulliner Tourbillon, and three versions of the Mark VI, but my favorite is the Flying B series.

Commemorating the perfect marriage between Breitling watches and Bentley automobiles, the “Flying B” series combines the well known “winged B” Bentley mascot with Breitling’s legendary reputation among aviators, to create the luxuriously appointed Flying B collection.  The cambered rectangular case expresses the daring originality of both companies, which is also reflected in the knurled motif, sculpted mother-of-pearl hour markers, and beveled sapphire crystal.  The exceptional motorization of this timepiece utilizes the chronometer-certified Breitling Calibre 25B self-winding movements, and the caseback is engraved with Bentley’s legendary Flying B.

These chronographs clearly assert themselves as superb timepieces, with the attention to detail and stunning aesthetics that distinguish all Breitling watches.  The Flying B chronographs are all hand made by Swiss artisans, and it shows.  I was especially taken by the subtle lines of the case, radiating hour markers and inlaid mother-of-pearl Roman numerals.  Like the automobiles, the dials can be customized with classic Bentley colors, like Royal Ebony, Silver Storm, Desert Dune and Neptune.  All in all, the Flying B chronograph has all the originality and distinction that has made Breitling and Bentley the finest brands in their respective industries.