Breitling Navitimer Limited Series

Arthur See — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:05:54 +0000

In celebrating its 125th anniversary, Breitling is reaffirming its passion for chronographs more powerfully than ever, by reminding people of the key role the brand has played in developing this type of instruments. But the history of Breitling is also closely intertwined with that of aviation, thanks to the cockpit instruments and pilots’ chronographs that have made the company the “official supplier to world aviation”.The most famous of these instruments for professionals is undoubtedly the legendary Navitimer chronograph, with its circular slide rule designed to compute all airborne navigation calculations.The Navitimer “125e Anniversaire” is a highly distinctive version of this cult-object, specially designed by Breitling to mark the company’s five quarter-centuries.This limited edition of 2,009 pieces is distinguished by a particularly understated and dynamic aesthetic. The steel case featuring alternating satin-brushed and polished surfaces is teamed with a highly original new bracelet called Air Racer – a rigid perforated wristband that pays tribute to a 1960s modern design icon. The Navitimer “125e Anniversaire” is equipped with an exclusive movement, Breitling Caliber 26. This selfwinding 38-jewel chronograph, chronometer-certified by the COSC, is distinguished by its 60-minute totalizer, positioned in the dial center for optimal readability.

The watch is also available in a red gold version, likewise fitted with the Air Racer bracelet.

Omega Speedmaster’s first step on the Moon

Arthur See — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 01:09:34 +0000

Omega has come out with a Limited edition Speedmaster commemorating the first step on the moon. When Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped onto the moon, Aldrin was wearing an Omega Speedmaster, thus the reason Omega has come out with this watch.

The unique feature is that on the sub dial that is the small secondhand there is a small medallion embedded into the dial that shows an Adaptation of the famous Apollo 11 mission patch. The patch shows an eagle descends to the lunar surface with an olive branch representing peace in its claws. In the distance, far above the horizon, the earth is visible.

Below the words “Omega Speedmaster Professional” 02:56 GMT is written below, which is the exact time that Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon. The dial is protected by Hesalite, the same robust, shatter-proof acrylic crystal found on the original Moon Watch. Hesalite was ideally suited for use in space – there was no chance that it could break apart and send potentially dangerous fragments into the low-gravity environment. Be sure to look out for this watch at your nearest Omega dealer.

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Breitling Navitimer Limited Series

Omega Speedmaster’s first step on the Moon