Breitling Chronomat 01 AB0110 Black Dial
A hallmark of Breitling’s horological involvement in the aviation industry, the Breitling Chronomat has stood as a beacon of horological excellence since its inception in 1941. Originally created for the scientific and engineering community, the Chronomat boasted its pioneering slide-rule bezel, an innovative feature designed to aid in complex calculations. This distinctive characteristic not only underscored Breitling's commitment to functionality but also marked the Chronomat as a forerunner in the realm of tool watches. Then in 1983 Breitling decided to revive the collection, specifically for pilots, an industry it has made a magnificent impact on, through its collaborations with Frecce Tricolori, an aerobatic demonstration team of the Italian Air Force and others. Today, the Breitling Chronomat continues to embody the brand's pioneering spirit, combining timeless elegance with unmatched precision. Its design, featuring a robust case, intricate dial layouts, and the signature onion crown, appeals to both aviation professionals and watch enthusiasts alike. Offered here we have the stainless steel Chronomat ref. AB0110 from the 2010s with the collection’s signature onion crown, aggressive bezel and information-dense black chronograph dial with subtle red detailing. Featuring a completely brushed exterior with the exception of its four bezel “rider tabs” as Breitling calls them, the Chronomat is inarguably one of the most tool-focused watches on the market.
Brand : Breitling
Model : Chronomat
Reference : AB0110
Year : Circa 2010s
Material : Stainless steel
Dial Color : Black
Dimensions : 44mm
Movement : Automatic cal. B01
Bracelet : Rubber strap
Condition : Very Good
Included : Watch only
THE DIAL Rich with information, the Chronomat's black dial features a trio of subdials for its chronograph, a date aperture at 4:30, large luminescent hour marker with equally large hands, and subtle red accents.
THE CONSTRUCTION Designed to be unapologetically robust, the ref. AB0110 features a 44m stainless steel case that uses its completely brushed surfaces to hide the scratches that the watch will inevitably suffer during its lifetime of use; granted, our example is very well-preserved.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
