The incredibly stunning Men’s Transocean Chronograph Edition timepiece by Breitling is a fantastic example of elegant luxury.
There are only 2,000 units of this Limited Edition Breitling model available in the world. The exclusive design and limited availability makes this wristwatch a must-have commodity for collectors worldwide.
Brand: Breitling
Type: Transocean Chronograph Edition
Model: AB015412-G784-154A
Link:http://www.breitling.com/en/models/transocean/transocean-chronograph-edition/versions/limited-editions/
Specs/Size/Design
This Swiss made Transocean Chronograph by Breitling is a limited edition luxury timepiece that needs to be on every man’s list: if you can get your hands on one. With only 2,000 of these models being produced, not everyone will be able to purchase it.
Technical Specifications and Features:
- Case Diameter: 43mm
- Dial Design: Analog
- Dial Color: Mercury Silver. Twin-Zone Silver-Toned Decor; “B” appearing in 18K Gold
- Movement: Self Winding Mechanical
- Jewel: 41 jewels
- Vibration: 28,800 v.p.h.
- Caliber: Breitling 01 (Manufacture)
- Bezel: Stationary
- Bezel Material: Polished Steel
- Case Material: Steel
- Case Size: 1/ 5/8 inch
- Case Thickness: 15.90mm
- Case Back: Exhibition Case Back with Cover: Double Fond, Sapphire Crystal, Transparent
- Crystal: Convex Sapphire Crystal, Glare proofed on both sides
- Crown: Non screw-locked, two gaskets
- Strap Material: Ocean Classic, Military, or Leather options
- Strap Size: 7 inch Adjustable Bracelet
- Deployment Buckle
- Interhorn Width: 22/20mm
- Water Resistance: 100 meters (330 feet)
- Power Reserve: Minimum of 70 hours
- Weight: 109.05 grams (without strap)
- Chronograph: 1/4 second, 30 minutes
- Calendar: Window showing date of month at the 6 o’clock position
- Subdials: Two: at the 3 and 6 o’clock positions
- Numerals: None — Applied hour markers and second markers along rim of dial
- Luminescent Hands and Hour Markers
- Inlet Size: 22mm
Power Source
The power source of the Transocean Chronograph is a Breitling 01 caliber Self Winding Mechanical movement. Using the kinetic energy of the watch-wearer, you can keep this beauty ticking for a long time.
The power reserve is outstanding, with a minimum of 70 hours of reserve during non-use.
The Good
There are many, many excellent aspects of this Breitling that it is difficult to list them all without rehashing the entire specifications list.
One of the best aspects of the Transocean Chronograph Edition is the slim design. The case is round in shape and is only 15.90mm thick, which looks fantastic on the wrist. You can purchase this timepiece with different strap options, including the Ocean Classic (featured in this review), which is looks fantastic with its steel design and rounded mesh-design strap. It is slim and sleek and perfectly complements the overall, highly polished design.
The design is simply world class. The 43” dial features a Mercury Silver design. With a Twin-Zone Silver-Toned Decor, the famous Breitling “B” appears in 18K Gold and the subdials are silver with gold hands keeping time. While Breitling calls the color “twin-zone,” it is more akin to a Champagne color.
The three hand design includes luminous gold hour and minute hands indicating the time against gold markers at each hour position. The tachymeter scale (probably excessive on this watch) sits on the outer rim of the dial.
The design is gorgeous because of how well the dial complements the rest of the timepiece. With a solid steel case, the polished bezel, steel crown, and strap looks world class together. The symmetry makes this a very attractive men’s wristwatch.
The Bad
As this Limited Edition is fairly new on the market, there have yet to be negatives that have reached our ears about this model. From function to form, Breitling seems to have hit this one out of the park.
Highlights
It is difficult to choose just one or who highlights of this fine timepiece, but we’ll give it a try.
The overall design of the Transocean Chronograph Edition is stunning, with luxuries that other timepieces forego. For example, not only is the window crystal made of the standard scratch resistant Sapphire, but it is convex in shape and is also glare proof, as well.
The case back features an Exhibition, Transparent Sapphire crystal as well, which offers the same protections.
The self winding mechanical movement contains an amazing 41 jewels and an outstanding power reserve of a minimum of 70 hours.
Pricing
You can purchase this limited edition Breitling from a variety online retailers, including directly from Breitling. The retail price of this watch is $9,695, but if you act soon, you can likely snab this timepiece for around 2K less.
Availability:
- Breitling.com is selling their Limited Edition model for $9,695. Link: https://www.breitling.com/en/onlineboutique/product/transocean/transocean-chronograph-edition/version-3247/
- However, online retailers such as AuthenticWatches.com, are having Fall Sales, including on this model. You can purchase it brand new for $7,775 for a limited time only. Link: http://www.authenticwatches.com/breitling-transocean-chronograph-edition-ab015412-g784-154a.html#.V_air-grKhc
- World’s Best is also having a Fall Sale and is offering it for $7,225 on their website. Link: https://www.worldsbest.com/watches/1435846898/breitling-transocean-chronograph-edition-ab015412/g784/154a-stainless-steel-watch
- LuxWatch.com may be the least expensive at $7,077.35. Link: https://www.luxwatch.com/ab015412-g784-154a.html
- If you are outside of the U.S. and are paying via Euro, TheWatchGallery.com is selling this model for €7,060. Link: https://www.thewatchgallery.com/breitling-transocean-chronograph-edition-automatic-mens-watch-ab015412-g784-154a.html
See a full list of our reviews of luxury timepieces from a variety of brands, such as: Hublot, Panerai, Patek Philippe, IWC, Cartier, Rolex, Tag Heuer, Ulysse Nardin, and Omega.
