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This Breitling is a recent addition to the ‘wish list’ and unfortunately not available to put on the wrist just yet, although it did come close! I liked the look of this new Chronomat when I got a first glimpse of it on Breitling’s site earlier in the year and it was showcased at the Baselworld Exhibition in March/April this year. I did a little more research and then finally managed to get to see a piece in the flesh, from that point on I have been hooked! I think if I did not have the good lady with me when I got hold of it in the shop, there would have been no holding me back. The flexible friend would have been whipped out and this would be a review of one of my current pieces rather than a quick post on a watch on the ‘nice to have’ list!

I currently have two Breitling’s, the new Blackbird and a Superocean 38, both of which I love dearly even though Breitling is not my favourite brand. In the past I had looked at the previous Chronomat model and even though I had a full appreciation of the watch I never really gave it a second glance but I have to say this new edition has really caught my eye.

There has been a number of updates and changes from the older Chronomat but the key difference is this watch is powered by a self-winding chronograph movement entirely developed and crafted by Breitling themselves. For Breitling to have a fully 100% in-house chronograph movement is a first for them as it is not something they have done in the past. With this watch Breitling has created a highly exclusive version of its leading Chronomat model which in my opinion has a stunning presence from what I have seen so far. Hopefully in the none to distant future I will be the proud owner of one of these and be able to provide a full review!

Breitling offer this watch in a range Cases, Dials and Straps/Bracelets,

Case:

Comes in a choice of four styles – Steel, Two-Tone, Steel & Gold or 18K Rose Gold.

Dials:

Steel Version – Antarctica white, Pearl, Onyx black, Riviera blue, Metallica blue, Blackeye blue, Blackeye gray, Sierra silver, Gray Pearl, Gray Pearl Diamond, Mirage red, Carbon black, Amber, Metallica brown

Two-Tone, Steel & Gold, 18K Rose Gold Versions – Antarctica white, Pearl, Pearl Diamond, Onyx black, Riviera blue, Metallica blue, Sierra silver, Mirage red, Amber, Metallica brown

Straps/Bracelet:

Barenia leather, crocodile leather, Ocean Racer, Diver Pro II/Pilot

The watch that I had a look at was the Steel on the Pilot bracelet with black dial, but if was going to invest I would defiantly take a look at the other versions before committing.

Specifications:

Model – Chronomat B01

Production Years – 2009-Current

Movement- Breitling Caliber B01, officially chronometer-certified by the COSC, selfwinding, high frequency (28,800 vibrations per hour), 47 jewels. 1/4thof a second chronograph, 30-minute and 12-hour totalizers. Calendar.

Power Reserve – 70 hours

Water Resistance – 500 meters (1,650 feet/50 bars). Gold case is less at 100 meters (330 feet/10 bars)

Bezel – Unidirectional ratcheted rotating

Crown – Screwdown

Crystal – Sapphire, glare proofed on both sides

Diameter – 43.5mm

Bracelet – Various

The watch that I saw was priced at just under £6k, if I as to get it on the leather strap I would have been looking at around £800 reduction. The Gold / Two Tone watch was pushing £8k! (prices at time of writing this article, Sept 2009)

If you would like to read more watch reviews and comments on the various pieces I own and have owned in the past, then please take a look at my blog at http://www.myfavoritewatches.com.

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Blue Hawaii Murano Style Glass and Sterling Bead fits European Charm Bracelet $4.99 Blue Hawaii Murano Glass Charm Bead with solid .925 Sterling Silver Core. This hand blown glass bead has Blue and white swirled flowers. Unthreaded to slide onto your bracelet. Each Murano bead is hand made by skilled artisans and may vary slightly from the photos. Compatible with most 3mm Cable European Charm Bead Bracelets….

Murano Style Glass Pink Garden Sterling Bead Charm for European Cable Bracelet $4.88 Pink Garden Murano Glass Charm Bead with solid .925 Sterling Silver Square Core. This hand blown glass bead has pink and white swirled flowers with green leaves. Unthreaded to slide onto your bracelet. Each Murano bead is hand made by skilled artisans and may vary slightly from the photos….

MURANO Style GLASS Purple Plumeria CHARM for European Bead Bracelet $4.99 Purple Plumeria Murano Glass Charm Bead with solid .925 Sterling Silver Square Core. This hand blown glass bead has purple and white flowers and green leaves. Unthreaded to slide onto your bracelet. Each Murano bead is hand made by skilled artisans and may vary slightly from the photos. Compatible with most 3mm Cable European Charm Bead Bracelets….

925 Sterling Silver Murano Millefiori Red Glass Heart Charm BRACELET, Pendant Cable Chain 18 Necklace, Earrings $14.99 A gorgeous glass Millefiori Glass heart is the focal point of this unique handmade sterling silver bracelet. The heart is surrounded by crystal clear Japanese silver-lined glass seed beads and hand-wrapped with sterling silver wire. Earrings: Murano Millefiori Glass Red Beads hang from sterling silver French earwires. Each flat glass bead is surrounded by crystal clear Japanese silver-lined glass …

Sterling SilverWine Glass and Diamond Cut Rope Chain Bracelet in Fancy Gift Box with Free Shipping $24.99 Whimsical style with high glossy finish will look perfect on you and anybody who appreciates your humor. This is the great gift item also good fit for yourself and good starting item for your collection of charms….

Silver Bangle Bracelet $6.95 Make a Bracelet for Every Outfit. Create a bracelet for every outfit with silver-plated bangle. Included sterling silver stopper beads make it possible to change beads easily and often. Fits beads made on a 3/32 mandrel. Lampworked beads not included. Dichroic bead bracelet below created by Delphi artist Val Oswalt.

Alexa Pendant Charm Bracelet $10.95 Popular sterling silver plated bracelet is the perfect addition to your jewelry collection. Double sided pendant allows for the personalization of both sides with glass, resin, polymer clay cabochons and more. Chain measures 7-1/2 long, pendant 13/16 diameter. Shown finished. A Delphi Exclusive. Wear with double sided pendant add-ons 85455 to add multiple pendants to your charm bracelet.

Alexa Bangle Bracelet $9.95 Popular bangle bracelets go with everything. Wear alone for an elegant statement or stack together for a fun, fashionable accessory. Three 6mm circle bezel cups hold fused glass, resin and polymer clay creations. Sterling Silver plated bangle measures 1/8 wide, overall diameter 2-5/8. Alexa Bangle Bracelets are sold individually. Image shows three bangle bracelets stacked. A Delphi Exclusive.

13mm Circle Glass Gems – 10 Pack $5.95 For Professionally Finished Jewelry Evenly domed crystal clear gems make it quick and easy to create beautiful jewelry. 13mm gems fit the following findings 85427 Small Gold Plated Round Cabochon Earrings – 4 Pair 85433 Sterling Silver Plated Round Cabochon Mini Links – 10 Pack 85426 Silver PlatedRound Cabochon Earrings – 4 Pair Step-By-Step Creating Glass Gem Jewelry See images below. Step 1 Place glass dome over collage sheet and lightly trace with a pencil. Cut out the traced area with scissors. Step 2 Drop a small amount of Diamond Glaze into the bezel. Spread with a brush and press cut image firmly into bezel. Step 3 Brush bottom of dome with glaze, place into bezel and press down firmly. Dab away excess glaze. Let dry thoroughly. First bracelet created by artist Karina Foster using gem 854114, bangle bracelet 85432 and clip art from book 6039. Bracelet project at far right courtesy of Nunn Designs, made with gems 854112 and bracelet 85433.

Pastel Czech Glass Pearl and Sterling Silver Stretch Bracelet $24 Pastel Czech Glass Pearl and Sterling Silver Stretch Bracelet

CUT OUT HEART MURANO GLASS MILLEFIORI STERLING SILVER BRACELET $160 CUT OUT HEART MURANO GLASS MILLEFIORI STERLING SILVER BRACELET

CM CURVED MURANO GLASS MILLEFIORI HEART STERLING SILVER BRACELET $111.75 CM CURVED MURANO GLASS MILLEFIORI HEART STERLING SILVER BRACELET

Fused Glass Bracelet Kit $109.95 Now Includes Bullseye and Dichroic Bracelet Glass Pack. Gorgeous glass bracelets are not only incredible to look at, they are fun to create. Design custom jewelry to complement your wardrobe, or to give as treasured gifts. Our fusing experts have created a kit that gives you everything you need but the kiln. Delphi and 39;s exclusive best selling kit makes it easy to create kiln formed bracelets. With the included three different thicknesses of fiber paper your bracelets will be a perfect fit. A Great Value. Dichroic pattern bracelet below created by Gareth Seddon. Colors and patterns on glass strips included in kit will vary.

Sterling Silver Baby Glass Pearl Bracelet $25 This rosary bracelet measures 5 1/2″ long. The beads are a 3mm European glass pearl with a sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Sterling Silver Baby Glass Pearl Bracelet $25 This rosary bracelet measures 5 1/2″ long. The beads are a 3mm European glass pearl with a sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Sterling Silver Baby Glass Pearl Bracelet $25 This rosary bracelet measures 5 1/2″ long. The beads are a 3mm European glass pearl with a sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Sterling Silver Murano Glass Bead Bangle Bracelet $59.99 This is a beautiful new Sterling Silver Murano Glass Bead Bracelet. It is a great gift for yourself or a loved one and makes the perfect addition to any jewelry collection. Style-Bangle Bracelet. Metal-Sterling Silver. Finish-Polished. Approximate weight-8.999 grams.

Pandora – Murano Glass Bead Sterling Silver Bracelet $146 The Pandora bracelet by Antica Murrina features handmade Murano glass and sterling silver droplets strung on a delicate double strand silver chain for classic romantic appeal. Signature gift box included. Made in Italy.

Odette – Murano Glass and Sterling Silver Bead Bracelet $98 This bead elastic bracelet creates a magic blend of colorful reflections, made in precious Murano glass and etched sterling silver. Perfect to add a touch of color in any occasion. Gift box included, Made in Italy

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Milano Glass & Sterling Silver Bead Bracelet $30 Gleaming beads of beautifully crafted glass add vibrant color and casual elegance to this gorgeous bracelet. Blue and green toned glass heart beads alternate gracefully with round silver beads. Crafted in sterling silver and fasten with a secure clasp. A fun, festive look.

Sterling Silver Purity Bracelet $69.99 The Purity Bracelet features clear Austrian crystal, glass and pearls with a sterling silver heart charm engraved with the word “purity.” Includes a card explaining what each element symbolizes. 7 1/2 inch.Â

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Fused Glass Bracelet Kit – 96 Coe $109.95 Fused Bracelet Glass Pack Now In 96 COE. Gorgeous glass bracelets are not only incredible to look at, they are fun to create. Design custom jewelry to complement your wardrobe, or to give as treasured gifts. Our fusing experts have created a kit that gives you everything you need but the kiln. Delphi and 39;s exclusive best selling kit makes it easy to create kiln formed bracelets. With the included three different thicknesses of fiber paper your bracelets will be a perfect fit. A Great Value. Dichroic pattern bracelet below created by Gareth Seddon. Colors and patterns on glass strips included in kit will vary.

Jodie – Murano Glass and Sterling Silver Toggle Bracelet $215 Presenting clean geometric forms in handmade Murano glass and sterling silver, the Jodie bracelet offers the utmost elegance featuring interlocking circles and fine silver chain wih toggle closure. Signature gift box included, Made in Italy.

Liberty – Murano Glass Bead Sterling Silver Bracelet $142 Antica Murrina’s Liberty bracelet features striking handmade Murano glass cone-like beads strung on a fine sterling silver chain with lobster claw clasp evoking unique and refined elegance. Signature gift box included, Made in Italy.

7 in. + 1 in. Glass and Howlite Bracelet $48 7 in. + 1 in. extension sterling silver bracelet with 19mm x 15mm oval howlite beads, 10mm glass beads and 25mm x 20mm oval glass bead. Bracelet has a lobster clasp closure.

GREY MULTICOLOR MURANO GLASS MILLACRELI MURANO GLASS STERLING SILVER BRACELET $201.5 A rope design grey resin and silver bracelet featuring 2 oval multi-color millefiori glass details. This bracelet opens by a spring actioned hinge mechanism located at the bottom center of the bracelet. Millacreli is our exclusive line that combines the beautiful Millefiori patterns with the high-quality Murano art glass and colored resin. Like our other lines, Millacreli uses 925 sterling silver with the durable, scratch-resistant colored resin and Millefiori glass to create a unique and colorful jewelry line.

Sterling Silver Adult Crystal Bracelet $24.95 This rosary bracelet measures 7 1/2″ long. The beads are a 6mm crystal glass with sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Sterling Silver Youth Crystal Bracelet $31.95 This rosary bracelet measures 6 3/4″ long. The beads are a 6mm crystal glass with a sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Sterling Silver Adult Crystal Bracelet $24.95 This rosary bracelet measures 7 1/2″ long. The beads are a 6mm crystal glass with sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Sterling Silver Youth Crystal Bracelet $31.95 This rosary bracelet measures 6 3/4″ long. The beads are a 6mm crystal glass with a sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Sterling Silver Adult Crystal Bracelet $24.95 This rosary bracelet measures 7 1/2″ long. The beads are a 6mm crystal glass with sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Sterling Silver Youth Crystal Bracelet $31.95 This rosary bracelet measures 6 3/4″ long. The beads are a 6mm crystal glass with a sterling silver crucifix and Miraculous medal. Deluxe gift box included.

Black Square Murano Glass & Sterling Silver Bracelet $398 Delicate and eye-catching, this gorgeous and glamorous bracelet is part of the new Vanita’ collection by Masini Gioielli, an Italian brand symbol of quality and prestige since 1946. Tarnish proof Sterling Silver links gently hold precious black-hued Venetian Murano Glass in an open square shape. Available in two lengths with 5 or 6 glass squares, this jewelry creation features a toggle clasp closure. Made in Italy• Link width: 1.18″-3 cm

Amethyst Square Murano Glass & Sterling Silver Bracelet $398 Delicate and eye-catching, this gorgeous and glamorous bracelet is part of the new Vanita’ collection by Masini Gioielli, an Italian brand symbol of quality and prestige since 1946. Tarnish proof Sterling Silver links gently hold precious amethyst-hued Venetian Murano Glass in an open square shape. Available in two lengths with 5 or 6 glass squares, this jewelry creation features a toggle clasp closure. Made in Italy• Link width: 1.18″-3 cm

Amber Square Murano Glass & Sterling Silver Bracelet $398 Delicate and eye-catching, this gorgeous and glamorous bracelet is part of the new Vanita’ collection by Masini Gioielli, an Italian brand symbol of quality and prestige since 1946. Tarnish proof Sterling Silver links gently hold precious amber-hued Venetian Murano Glass in an open square shape. Available in two lengths with 5 or 6 glass squares, this jewelry creation features a toggle clasp closure. Made in Italy• Link width: 1.18″-3 cm

Blue Square Murano Glass & Sterling Silver Bracelet $398 Delicate and eye-catching, this gorgeous and glamorous bracelet is part of the new Vanita’ collection by Masini Gioielli, an Italian brand symbol of quality and prestige since 1946. Tarnish proof Sterling Silver links gently hold precious blue-hued Venetian Murano Glass in an open square shape. Available in two lengths with 5 or 6 glass squares, this jewelry creation features a toggle clasp closure. Made in Italy• Link width: 1.18″-3 cm

Clear Square Murano Glass & Sterling Silver Bracelet $398 Delicate and eye-catching, this gorgeous and glamorous bracelet is part of the new Vanita’ collection by Masini Gioielli, an Italian brand symbol of quality and prestige since 1946. Tarnish proof Sterling Silver links gently hold precious clear-hued Venetian Murano Glass in an open square shape. Available in two lengths with 5 or 6 glass squares, this jewelry creation features a toggle clasp closure. Made in Italy• Link width: 1.18″-3 cm

Black Round Murano Glass & Sterling Silver Bracelet $398 Glamorously eye-catching, this gorgeous bracelet is part of the new Vanita’ collection by Masini Gioielli, an Italian brand symbol of quality and prestige since 1946. Tarnish proof Sterling Silver links gently hold precious black Venetian Murano Glass in an open round shape. Available in two lengths with 5 or 6 glass links, closing with a toggle clasp. Made in Italy• Link width: 1.18″-3 cm

Amber Round Murano Glass & Sterling Silver Bracelet $398 Glamorously eye-catching, this gorgeous bracelet is part of the new Vanita’ collection by Masini Gioielli, an Italian brand symbol of quality and prestige since 1946. Tarnish proof Sterling Silver links gently hold precious amber-hued Venetian Murano Glass in an open round shape. Available in two lengths with 5 or 6 glass links, closing with a toggle clasp. Made in Italy• Link width: 1.18″-3 cm

Blue Round Murano Glass & Sterling Silver Bracelet $398 Glamorously eye-catching, this gorgeous bracelet is part of the new Vanita’ collection by Masini Gioielli, an Italian brand symbol of quality and prestige since 1946. Tarnish proof Sterling Silver links gently hold precious blue-hued Venetian Murano Glass in an open round shape. Available in two lengths with 5 or 6 glass links, closing with a toggle clasp. Made in Italy• Link width: 1.18″-3 cm