This Breitling Chronomat Airborne was launched at the Baselworld 2014 to commemorate the collection’s 30th birthday. At the time, it represented a modern and more balanced version of a watch that has garnered invariable reverence and love from pilots and other enthusiasts since its inception in 1984.

Examining this contemporary and the original Chronomats side by side will highlight some evident refinements, the most striking being the bezel. The Arabic numerals on it have been replaced by graduating hash marks with rubber inserts. Further, it carries a brushed finish with a luminous indicator at the 60-minute mark. It is nestled on top of a robust steel case measuring 44mm. Also, it is the case where the classic Breitling personality of the watch shines through with the signature rider tabs on the bezel and the construction of the crown and pushers.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos.