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elite chronographs for naval aviation aces

The Swiss watchmaker Breitling hits hard with its new Avenger naval edition collection. These exceptional chronographs pay homage to the elite of American naval aviation, merging military robustness and watchmaking refinement. Let's dive into the world of these timepieces that push the boundaries of performance and style.

The Avenger: Breitlingโ€™s military flagship

Breitling's Avenger collection embodies the brand's adventurous and military spirit. Associated with the imagery of helicopter pilots and ground personnel, it stands out as the most โ€œmartialโ€ line in the Breitling catalog.

This new collaboration with the American Navy, the world's second largest air force, fits perfectly into this DNA. It is available in three models inspired by:

  • The United States Naval Academy
  • The US Navy's VX-30 “The Bloodhounds” squadron
  • US Navy VX-31 โ€œThe Dust Devilsโ€ Squadron
  • A trio of robust and refined chronographs

    The new Breitling Avenger naval edition collection consists of three models:

  • The Breitling Avenger B01 Chronograph 44 Night Mission US Naval Academy
  • The Breitling Avenger B01 Chronograph 44 Night Mission USN Bloodhounds
  • The Breitling Avenger B01 Chronograph 44 Night Mission USN Dust Devils
  • These watches combine the rugged design of the Avenger line with a modern military aesthetic, without sacrificing Breitling's signature refinement.

    A high-tech ceramic case

    The three models share a black ceramic case with imposing dimensions:

  • Diameter: 44mm
  • Thickness: 15.2mm
  • This material offers several advantages:

  • Increased lightness compared to steel
  • Exceptional scratch resistance
  • Matte and technical aesthetic
  • The muscular design of the Avenger is enhanced by this dark finish, with some brushing touches on the upper surfaces of the lugs and the lugs of the bezel. Waterproofing is guaranteed up to 300 meters, ensuring total versatility.

    Dials in US Navy colors

    It is at the dial level that these Breitling Avenger naval editions really stand out:

    Avenger B01 Chronograph 44 Night Mission US Naval Academy:

  • Matte navy blue dial
  • Gold accents on gauges and exterior scale
  • Emblem of the Naval Academy at 9 a.m.
  • Avenger B01 Chronograph 44 Night Mission USN Bloodhounds:

  • Matt anthracite grey dial
  • Bright yellow accents
  • VX-30 โ€œThe Bloodhoundsโ€ squadron emblem at 9 a.m.
  • Avenger B01 Chronograph 44 Night Mission USN Dust Devils:

  • Deep matte black dial
  • Blazing red accents
  • VX-31 โ€œThe Dust Devilsโ€ squadron emblem at 9 a.m.
  • Caliber 01: Swiss precision serving naval aviation

    At the heart of these Breitling Avenger chronographs beats the caliber 01, a manufacture movement with remarkable performance:

  • Power reserve: 70 hours
  • Frequency: 28,800 vibrations/hour
  • Column wheel and vertical clutch
  • COSC chronometer certification
  • The finishes live up to the prestige of the collection, with a mix of brushing and sandblasting on the decks and a sleek skeletonized rotor.

    A โ€œmilitary leatherโ€ bracelet to complete the set

    Each model is equipped with a โ€œmilitary leatherโ€ bracelet with a textile effect:

  • Navy blue for the Naval Academy version
  • Black with matching stitching for Bloodhounds and Dust Devils versions
  • These bracelets reinforce the military spirit while ensuring optimal comfort on the wrist.

    The new Breitling Avenger naval edition collection perfectly embodies the brand's military heritage, while offering resolutely modern and high-performance watches. These exceptional chronographs will appeal to watchmaking enthusiasts and military aviation enthusiasts, ready to invest 9,500 euros to display a concentrate of technology and prestige on their wrist.

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