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August 12th, 2021

The Breitling Navitimer Collection – A Pilot’s Favourite

With many luxury watchmakers focused on creating timepieces as diving tools, Breitling watches are best known for their precision-made designs specifically tailored for the aviation industry. The Navitimer – one of the most iconic pilot’s watches ever created – has captured the hearts of aviators and luxury watch enthusiasts alike.

The Breitling Navitimer collection is perfectly placed for anyone looking to enter the world of luxury watches, as they offer high-end timepieces at great prices. This niche and valuable position within the market, coupled with Breitling’s reputation for creating cutting-edge, beautifully innovative timepieces, makes the Navitimer worthy of investment.

Let’s take a look at the Breitling Navitimer watches in more detail.

Breitling Navitimer – An Introduction

Founded in 1884 in Switzerland, Breitling launched the Navitimer in 1952 following the addition of a circular slide rule to the bezel of their chronograph models for aircraft pilots – which became a distinctive feature of the Navitimer range. This bezel isn’t just for show and is used by pilots to assist with in-flight speed, fuel consumption, climb and descent rate calculations.

The Navitimer gets its name from fusing the two words that best describe its primary functions: navigation and timer. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association offered AOPA branded Navitimer watches during the 1950s and ’60s. Breitling was approached by Mercury Space Programme astronaut Scott Carpenter in 1961, who suggested adding a 24-hour dial as opposed to a 12-hour one.

This was intended to aid astronauts during space travel, which lacks a day and night cycle. Breitling designed a Navitimer watch that honoured Carpenter’s request, and it was worn by the astronaut on his space flight in 1962 before later being commercially produced.

The Breitling Navitimer has a rich history within aviation, with its functionality, durability and style recognised and appreciated by professional aviators and collectors alike.

Sophisticated Functionality In The Skies and on the Ground

Banks Lyon stocks a huge collection of Breitling Navitimer models in a stunning range of contemporary styles that can withstand even the most challenging conditions. The very nature of aviation means these watches have been designed to be precise, highly technical, and unshakably reliable. Here’s a more detailed look at some of our favourites from the collection.

We stock many Breitling watches at our Lancaster store, alongside watches from other top brands you’ll love. So, speak to us if you’d like information on the many pieces we sell or browse our website to find your next watch.

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