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Introducing The Breitling Navitimer Super 8 B20 Watch Replica - An Homage To A WWII pilot's Stopwatch

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This year is a big year for Breitling. After the Georges Kern takeover last year, the watch industry has been waiting with bated breath for this year's Basel releases. A few were announced last month but just today have we learned about several new releases including the Breitling Navitimer Super 8 B20 watch replica (ref. EB204010) . Design The Breitling Navitimer Super 8 Collection replica is inspired by the Ref. 637, a chronograph used in the 1930s and 1940s. This chronograph, which was used by the aviators connected to their thighs, was easily readable and comfortable to use. The winding crown was positioned on the top of the case and was so easy to handle that the aviators could easily adjust even if they had gloves on. The pusher of the chronograph activated the timing and countdown functions, which enabled the soldiers to perform their duties with precision. 50mm Case The Super 8 replica's case measures 46mm and 50mm when you include the bidirectional bezel (so 5

Breitling's new Cockpit B50 Orbiter Limited Edition Vibrant Orange Dial Watch Replica

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IIn 1999, Breitling backed a distinctive event. Partnering with famous balloonists Bertrand Piccord and John Johnson, the company facilitated a "Non-stop around-the-world" flight by heat balloon. Your way was really pretty fascinating, and it has spawned numerous TV specials and documentaries (that I admittedly got lost in while writing this article). For anyone interested, check out the Breitling Orbiter 3's 21 day trip from the Swiss Alps to Egypt. It's compelling stuff. Twenty years later, Breitling fittingly releases the Breitling Cockpit B50 Orbiter Limited Edition replica to commemorate the event, and pay homage to the fact that Bertrand and Brian both wore a Breitling Emergency for their journey. The Dial The Breitling Cockpit B50 Orbiter Limited Edition replica commemorates Breitling Orbiter 3, and tells the story of a daring mission with its black carbon-coated titanium case, and vibrant orange dial and rubber strap. The Feature From a technical