Breitling’s most iconic chronograph, the Chronomat, simply received slimmer, sharper, and extra built-in

The Breitling Chronomat is again and the 2026 replace arrives with three watch variants: the chronograph B01 42, the brand new computerized B31 40, and the traditional computerized 36.

All three share related traits – a completely built-in case and bracelet that seems like a pure evolution for the Chronomat lineup.

So sure, as beautiful because the watches are, the largest change right here is the bracelet integration. The semi-integrated design of the outgoing mannequin is gone, changed by a completely built-in setup with hid lugs.

Crucially, Breitling hasn’t sacrificed the power to vary straps within the course of, which is nice information if, like me, you want to vary your watch straps each different week.

The Rouleaux bracelet now contains a new micro-adjustment system on metal and two-tone fashions, letting you prolong the bracelet by one hyperlink on all sides of the clasp (even whereas sporting it).

It’s a small contact, however these small particulars make dwelling with a watch a lot simpler to stay with.

The B01 42 chronograph is the headline act (particularly with the ice blue dial). Its case has been slimmed from 15.1mm to 13.77mm, which is fairly important, and the crown guard is smaller too, making winding and setting much less fiddly.

Inside sits the confirmed COSC-certified Caliber 01, nonetheless delivering 70 hours of energy reserve.

The B31 40 is the true shock of the lineup. It marks the primary time Breitling has supplied a time-and-date-only Chronomat in a 40mm case.

It’s powered by the brand new manufacture Caliber B31, and the entire watch is available in at a really wearable 10.99mm.

The ability reserve stretches to 78 hours. It’s a really compelling bundle.

The 36mm computerized rounds out the household, now slimmed to simply 9.68mm. It runs on Breitling’s Caliber 10, a COSC-certified Sellita-based motion with a 42-hour reserve.

Throughout all three, the bezel on the chronograph mannequin has been consolidated from 18 separate parts right into a single built-in piece, making it each cleaner to have a look at and, presumably, extra strong.

The total assortment is obtainable now at Breitling boutiques and authorised sellers, priced from $5950 within the US and £4750 within the UK.

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