The new chronomat is all about small refinements, big impact
Created in the 1980s for Italy's aerobatic squadron, the Frecce Tricolori, the Chronomat was conceived as a union of high style and uncompromising function. From Milan to New York to Tokyo, it quickly gained traction across fashion and pop culture, earning the title “the watch for the '90s” by Vogue. Now, the Chronomat returns with subtle but powerful updates, still instantly recognizable by its signature rider tabs and unmistakable Rouleaux bracelet.
The Breitling Chronomat, the brand's ultimate all-purpose sports watch, has been refined from every angle, building on its last redesign introduced in 2020. It's Breitling's ultimate “go anywhere, do anything” watch. Simple, yet distinctive. Confident, yet understated. It combines heritage, everyday versatility, modern watchmaking technology, and a refreshed, fully integrated case and bracelet.
“The new Chronomat refines what made it iconic in the first place,” says CEO Georges Kern “We've evolved the design while keeping it true to its identity.”
Design update: streamlined and fully integrated.
The models are offered in a color palette that's pared down to the essentials: White, green, blue, anthracite, ice blue, and brown. Case and bracelet metals vary from full steel, to two-tone, to full gold, with ice-blue models featuring their classic platinum bezel.
Chronomat B01 42
The chronograph model's wearability was enhanced by reducing the case thickness from 15.1mm to 13.77mm. It's powered by the tried and tested COSC-certified Manufacture Caliber 01.
Chronomat Automatic B31 40
This model is powered by Breitling's new COSC-certified manufacture caliber B31, unveiled last year. With a weekend-surviving 78-hour power reserve and slim dimensions.
Feel the Detail campaign
Breitling ambassadors Austin Butler, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Erling Haaland, each a regular Chronomat wearer, highlight the watch's mix of casual, urban style and professional functionality.
The new Chronomat is not a complete redesign – it is a thoughtful evolution. Every refinement enhances what has always defined this collection: a timepiece created for performance, style, and a life without limits.