The Chronomat holds a pivotal place in the brand’s modern history. Introduced for Breitling’s centennial in 1984, at a time when quartz movements dominated, it marked a bold return to mechanically driven watches. It was born from a collaboration with the beloved Italian aerobatic squadron, the Frecce Tricolori. When the team asked for an analog timepiece that could withstand the intensity of a jet cockpit and still look stylish enough to be worn to formal events — Breitling developed the “Chronograph Frecce Tricolori.” It was the blueprint for the Chronomat to follow one year later. Available in stainless steel, 18K red gold, or in steel with a platinum bezel, the Chronomat B01 42 features an instantly recognizable bezel with its four raised rider tabs at the 15-minute marks. Available in a range of colorful dials, the Chronomat has a fully-integrated signature Rouleaux bracelet with micro adjustments on both sides of the clasp. Available at Timeluxe, located at Miami Worldcenter; Timeluxe.com.