Breitling product history and timeline explained

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We will explain the history and timeline of Breitling products. We will explain the products in an easy-to-understand manner, even for first-time users.

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Breitling product history and timeline explained

2024 To commemorate the 140th anniversary of its founding, the company announced the Navitimer B19 Chronograph 43, Super Chronomat B19 44, and Premier B19 Datra 42, all limited to 140 pieces worldwide.
2022 To commemorate the opening of the Omotesando boutique, the company announced the Navitimer B01 Chronograph 41, limited to 50 pieces in Japan.
2020 The company announced its commitment to sustainability, introducing straps made from recycled materials and eco-packaging.
2018 The "Premier" collection is launched, acclaimed for its combination of elegance and functionality.
2017 CVC Capital Partners acquires Breitling, appointing Georges Kern as CEO and overhauling the brand's strategy.
2009 The company releases its own in-house movement, "Caliber 01," which becomes a hot topic as a high-performance chronograph.
1999 All models are certified by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), symbolizing our commitment to precision.
1984 The Chronomat is reborn as a model developed in collaboration with the Italian Air Force's acrobatic flying team, the Frecce Tricolori.
1969 Developed the world's first automatic chronograph movement, "Caliber 11."
1952 The Navitimer aviation chronograph is introduced, becoming an iconic pilot's watch.
1942 The world's first chronograph with a rotating slide rule, the Chronomat, is released, enhancing functionality for pilots.
1936 Becomes an official supplier to the Royal Air Force (RAF), establishing a reputation as a manufacturer of aviation instruments.
1934 The modern two-pusher chronograph was perfected, laying the foundation for contemporary chronograph design.
1923 The development of a second push button for separate start/stop and reset functions significantly improves the functionality of the chronograph.
1915 The company introduces the world's first wristwatch with independent chronograph pushers, which begins to attract attention from the aviation industry.
1892 The workshop is moved to La Chaux-de-Fonds, the center of the watch industry.
1884 Leon Breitling founded a watch workshop in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, primarily producing stopwatches and measuring instruments.

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