Breitling Superocean Héritage Chronographe
In the late 1950s, having established its mastery of the skies, Breitling set off to conquer the maritime depths by launching the Superocean, a professional diver’s watch that also gained a following among the first leisure diving enthusiasts. Ever since, successive generations of Superocean models have continued to excel on a technical level, boasting water resistance to depths of 500, 1500 and even 2000 meters. A glowing tribute to the original model... more
03 février 2008
A tribute to a pioneer, a tribute to an era: in launching the Chrono-Matic 49, Breitling revives one of the most famous models in its history – and indeed of watchmaking history as a whole – in a entirely new way. Flashback to 1969, when Breitling creates the first selfwinding chronograph movement. This major invention was to enable the development of a whole range of chronographs named Chrono-Matic, forerunners of the current vogue for extremely large-sized watches, and featuring an original and distinctive appearance. Fast forward to 2008: the new 49 mm-diameter Chrono-Matic is inspired by the generous volumes of the original model and by its modern design with unmistakable Sixties and Seventies accents including taut... 
Two new luxurious mechanical marvels Flying B. For decades, the famous “winged B” ruled the roads as the mascot of the most prestigious British automobiles. Symbolising luxury, elegance and performance, it embodied the Bentley style with its unique blend of tradition and innovation. The Flying B: by a fascinating twist of fate, this dynamic emblem closely resembles Breitling’s own “winged B” signature, the seal of excellence embodying its know-how in the field of fine mechanical watches... 
In 1957, having already established its mastery of the skies, Breitling set off to conquer the maritime depths by launching the Superocean, a diver's watch featuring a monohull case and armored glass guaranteeing water resistance to 200 meters (660 feet) and representing an exceptional technical feat at that time. Designed to equip professional and military divers, and particularly special troops, the Superocean soon gained a following among enthusiasts of leisure diving... 
A recognized leader in mechanical chronographs, Breitling has also asserted itself as a pioneer in electronic timepieces. In order to offer pilots its finest technology, the brand with the winged B has now created a new wrist instrument exclusively featuring the functions most directly useful to them: Alarm, 1/100thof a second chronograph with split and add times, Countdown, Dual timezone with independent alarm, UTC and perpetual calendar. Handling of these functions is designed to be logical... 
A Bentley is far more than a car, it is a work of art crafted with infinite concern for detail. Dedicated to the most prestigious of automobile marques, the latest newcomer to the Breitling for Bentley collection likewise asserts itself as a luxurious and sophisticated creation. First of all through its case, endowed with cambered rectangular lines reflecting the elegance of a coupé or cabriolet model. Also through its generous yet elegant dimensions establishing a powerful presence on the wrist... 
Mulliner, the jewel in the crown of the Bentley factory in Crewe... Behind the closed doors of this prestigious workshop, a hundred or so craftsmen and technicians lavish the utmost care on fulfilling the most specific wishes of Bentley owners. Embodying a blend of technology and tradition, commissioning is taken to its ultimate conclusion. This spirit of exclusivity has given rise to an extraordinary timepiece, the Mulliner Tourbillon chronograph... 
