The history of aviation is marked by milestones that redefine what is possible. Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Tribute to Concorde pays tribute to one of the most legendary aircraft, the Concorde. This watch combines Breitling’s technical heritage with the boldness of a plane that forever changed the concept of commercial travel.
An aviation icon on the wrist
Since its creation in 1952, the Navitimer has been much more than a watch. Originally designed for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), its most famous feature is the circular slide rule that allows pilots to perform essential flight calculations. Over time, it became a cultural symbol, reaching space with astronaut Scott Carpenter and appearing on the wrists of musicians and Formula 1 legends.
The Tribute to Concorde keeps these historical elements while adding a modern touch inspired by the supersonic aircraft. Its blue dial recalls the shade of the stratosphere as seen from the Concorde. The white subdials and inner slide rule pay homage to the plane’s nickname, “L’Oiseau Blanc.”
Outstanding technical features
The watch is powered by the B01 Manufacture Caliber, a self-winding mechanical movement with a 70-hour power reserve and a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. Its column-wheel chronograph with vertical clutch measures 1/4th of a second and up to 30 minutes. The 43 mm stainless steel case and platinum bidirectional bezel with circular slide rule combine durability and elegance, while the cambered sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating ensures clear readability in any light.
The case back is engraved with references to the Concorde, including “One of 593,” “Tribute to Concorde,” “Jetliner,” and “Mach 2,” a nod to the Olympus 593 engines that powered the aircraft. The blue alligator leather strap with a stainless steel folding clasp completes the exclusive design, limited to 593 pieces.
A tribute to the supersonic era
In 1976, the Concorde transformed transatlantic travel, reaching Mach 2 and 60,000 feet of altitude, allowing passengers to glimpse the curvature of the Earth. Similarly, the Navitimer Tribute to Concorde symbolizes the combination of innovation and classic design, reminding us that the spirit of aviation goes beyond speed. It is about the ambition to dream bigger and redefine what is possible.
With this watch, Breitling celebrates not only a legendary aircraft but also over 70 years of watchmaking excellence and its legacy in aviation history.
