FINAL CALL

Breitling gives the Boeing 747 a fitting send-off

Joshua Yap

Perhaps no other watch can claim to be the de facto pilot’s chronograph like the Breitling Navitimer, its name a portmanteau of ‘navigation’ and ‘timer’. Originally conceived for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) in 1952, it is most recognised for its bidirectional bezel with a circular slide rule that pilots could utilise to perform all in-flight calculations. While it has received several updates under the hood and has been offered in various colourways over the decades, its winning form has remained largely unchanged. That said, we reckon that the new Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Boeing 747 Limited Edition is one of the most attractive among recent releases, striking a fine balance between nostalgia and modernity. The watch might be a head-scratcher for some as we don’t often see special…

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