Why So Underrated? The Breitling Navitimer: 9 Things You Need To Know
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- Опубликовано: 2 июл 2024
- When it comes to luxury chronographs, why do the Rolex Daytona and Omega Speedmaster get all the attention? The Breitling Navitimer predates both, and in many ways has a far more illustrious history of impressive innovations and often overlooked accomplishments.
Why then is the Navitimer so underrated? And what makes it so special? Why am I so fascinated by them and eager to collect them over other iconic chronographs? And with such a profoundly important legacy behind the Navitimer, why is it far better value and more affordable than its rivals from Omega and Rolex?
Today I take an in-depth look at 9 crucial things every watch enthusiast should know about one of my most beloved Swiss chronographs. From being chosen as "the" pilot watch by the AOPA, to its adventures in space, world-changing design, trendsetting features, famous wearers, and even some bizarre moments in the brand's darkest days, this video is essential Gentry viewing for any watch lover out there.
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TGV's editing skills are next level.
Thank you so much 🙏🙏
Best regards,
TGV
Is TGV really editing all by himself?
@@najk maybe 🤔
@@najk He is. He's a professional video editor for his "real" job. That I know, because he's said it.
What I don't know is whether RUclips got him into video editing or whether he was a video editor who got into filming for RUclips.
I'm never going to buy this watch, but I can listen to you tell me the history of any watch all day. Your production quality and narration is off the charts.
It’scrazy how much interest you can get in a watch that I had no interest in before with a good story and history.
never say never...
I love these 'history of the watch' reviews TGV. No one, that I've come across, really does this better than you. An excellent watch and beautifully finished but too busy for my old eyes.
Think it is better than reviews
@@oscarosullivan4513 Yeah, I wasn't sure what else to call it. It isn't really a review, more a watch history lesson.
@@simoncrooke1644 I remeber the this $395 titanium pilots watch is the best era. Watchbox era was his Phil Collins era
I love my Sinn 903 and appreciate your segment discussing its place in the Navitimer's history.
One of my first "big" watch purchases was my Breitling Old Navitimer II and it hasn't left my collection since 😀. Such a unique piece and conversation starter. Great video as always TGV
Ahh the Breitling Navitimer! You know I actually never cared about watches until one day when I was at an airport and I saw this ad with Travolta and the Navitimer. I was starstruck, how is it possible a watch can look THAT good!? I didn't even knew what it cost but what I did knew was that I must have it. It took me some years of saving but oh boy oh boy was it worth it. I had it for two years now and to this very day I still smile whenever I look down at it.
An absolute icon that brings me a lot of joy!
The Navitimer is my number one chronograph of all time. I'm especially partial to the Cosmonaute Blacksteel. Thanks for the presentation!
Bought the blue A23322 last year and have not looked back. The fact that so many people dislike the Navitimer makes me love it even more. Great video celebrating a true icon!
The Navitimer is how I found your page! I wanted to get my first luxury watch to mark my son's birth. A friend's store had a used rattrapante 45 for sale, and I loved the look of it. I turned to RUclips for reviews,and yours was the first link. I have been wearing it almost every day since. The perfect everyday watch imo.
Whow, a Rattrapante as an every day watch 👍
Just recieved my Navitimer (AB0120) and I cannot put into words how humbled I am to own this beautiful timepiece. Thanks for this video bro! Keep up the great work!!!
My favourite watch. I inherited my grandfather's version and recently got it serviced by Breitling. Lovely watch in my opinion.
“Will I ever use these complications?” “That’s not the point!” ❤️
what a beautiful watch. One of those things where you don't need a phone when you sit on the toilet, the watch on the wrist is enough to keep you captivated :D
You are indeed correct, I find myself just staring at mine and admiring it or fiddling with the bezel..lovely watch!
I always loved the Navitimer, it's definitely one of my 3 grail watches next to the Explorer I and the Lange Zeitwerk
I own a 1962 Navitimer 806 AOPA dial. Absolutely amazing watch and by far my favourite in my collection. Only issue is the radium paint on the markers :(
Thanks, TGV! As always, fun and informative.
Awesome as always, thank you TGV. You're the best.
I worked for a mortgage broker whilst studying for my law degree: they gave us little bonuses every month if we hit our targets; I didn't spend a single penny of it as it all went into the watch fund which ended with my beloved Navitimer purchase. That was 16 years ago and the Navi was something I'd coveted since the early 90s. Great video to an even greater watch!
Very informative as always. Thanks TGV
My Koumbaro picked up a Navitimer and I can't wait to review it!
Niiiiice, I look forward to hearing your thoughts on them.
Thank you Steve, enjoy!
Best regards,
TGV
Definitely an interesting watch
Woah can't wait for that
Always love any video about the navitimer!
Another great video, thank you for sharing.
Amazing content…..so well researched and constructed. 👍Thank you.
One of my favorite watches in my collection. Thanks for video!
I love the Navitimer, it is highly underrated. I have a World but I really want one with the B01 movement. I have a Transocean with that movement and absolutely love it. I love what Breitling has been doing over the last few years under George Kern.
Maan, I loved it. TGV your videos are a therapy
Nice one TGV! Another great video. Thank you!
Thank you Julian, this one was really from the heart.
Best regards,
TGV
Great Video, always stunned by the beautiful intros of yours, masterpiece in of its self everytime.
T, A wonderful insight into this iconic watch. Superb my friend. Best as always . Matthew
I love diver and pilot watches, and I'm always drawn to a blue watch face.
Ok.
Terrific video! I especially appreciated the history of the navitimer and I definitely love the look of it.
Thank you TGV for another great video! I love the Breitling Navitimer! Thank you again! Stay healthy and well! Nick.
Magnificent review, Underrated Legend.
Great Video!!!
Just wanted to say I very much appreciate the quality of your videos and all the editing work that goes into them. This video has such a professional documentary quality to it. I very much appreciate your attention to detail and find these videos that are rich with history such a wonderful thing to watch as I unwind after a day of work. Thank you for helping expand my Horological knowledge as a relatively new comer in collecting watches. Cheers!
Navitimer was my grail before TGV made a video on his blue dial Navitimer severed years ago. I was fortunate to acquire my A23322 a few years ago and it’s still the favorite watch in my collection:)
Pure class and so nice to have a watch video again that’s not all about this current hype going on. Great video as always TGV
Thanks.I only knew how much you like yours.I have been drawn to it ever since.now I understand.cheers
I remember seeing huge displays of Navitimer hung at the biggest mall in town when I was a teenager and it has been the no. 1 iconic luxury watch to me ever since. I never thought twice about getting it as my very first luxury timepiece when I grew up to afford one. While my Speedy and SeaD are “acquired” tastes the Navitimer was 100% pure love at first sight. If I could save only one watch from fire today it will be the Navitimer. (Btw mine is a limited edition from 2014)
Another great video. Love to watch videos about watches and not hype like a lot on youtube lately. Thank you.
Excellent as always. I appreciate the history and education. Engaging throughout Chap.
Great video and outstanding watch!
absolutely fabulous
I was just at an AD yesterday seeing some navitimers in person. I have to say the Breitling collection stood out more for its beauty than the other collections the jeweler had--omega, tudor, etc.
Looking forward to hearing how the Navitimer is worth being on the grail list.
I was just watching, TGV, some of your older videos and I must say that your presentation has evolved considerably. The neon intro is reflective of the era that we grew up in (yay 90s). I must say that I love the nostalgic touch (I have only watched one minute and I'm already gushing!). In short: great intro, good sir!
Sublime Editing TGV, you have a talent for creating beautiful visuals!.
Another great history lesson TGV, thank you! They’re always so well researched, written and produced. I could watch them almost continuously.
Thank you so much!
Best regards,
TGV
Love the Navitimer, last time I was in New York I went to the breitling shop at Maceys just to see it first hand👍☺😊
Hah!!! I did the same at Macy’s Herald Square store.
I have to be honest, the navi isn't a watch for me, however after watching this and understanding more of the history behind it I do appreciate the watch and the role it has played.
B.L., like the rest of us, you are learning about watches, and that is great. We don't need to buy them all!
I’ve got such a soft spot for the Navitiner. It’s easy to forget that Breitling were such innovators and were the first to settle on the layout of the chronograph which has become the accepted standard.
I’m a life long rock n roller and always associated the Navitimer with Slash who is the guitarist for Guns n Roses. It was only later when I got into watches that I looked again and realised it wasn’t a Navitimer at all but a Chronomat!
Another fantastic show, as always 👏👏👏👏
Excellent video
Great video as always TGV, your intro is perfect now! I love this watch, After I have the Fortis Amadee-20 I think this is one of my next ones. That shirt screams 80s/90s, I like it! Keep it up mate.
Great to watch, thank you. The Navitimer is my next grail purchase and I want to get it right. Your input is so helpful.
love TGV's videos that cover the history of the watch with content. A lot of other videos might talk about history while showing the watch beautifully spinning in macro shots, but few bother to dig up the articles, posters, movie content relating to the watch. His videos provoke a feeling in me, the first video i watched from him that I watched many times was the one on Seiko watches and their nicknames
Thanks for mentioning Sicura 😍
Love the intro!
12:39 oh! I missed that splash down!!! Hahaaa… Greetings from San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Well, great. Now I need a blue Navi. Excellent video - learned a ton about Breitling!
Totally enjoyable, informative, an impressive presentation too, thnx. . . :>)
I love Navitimers, specially Cosmonaute models, I already have an A12019
I have a Navi and it was my grail. In love with the watch. Ref AB0121 all blue dial limited edition. Decided to go for it and buy the watch after becoming a fan of the channel and learning more. Brilliant content as always TGV. 👌😊
Che video e immagini spettacolari 🎉🎉💪storia strepitosa Breitiling ❤❤❤
I left Philly 25 years ago and I miss it so much. I know every where you film and it reminds me of home. God Bless love your channel. Cheers
Your channel rules!!! Pure class, intelligence, and respect- the way society used to be. Former Astoria Queens resident here, when I was a kid in the 60’s the Bulova building was just off the grand central across from La Guardia and it has fueled my love for horological history , so does your channel- thank you Tristan!!!!!
Nice as always TGV, I am interrested in youre idears about Anold & Son.
I am thankful that you promote many positive things in addition to watches.
Wow!! I want this watch, its so great!
Love my Breitling B-2. Navitimer dial but with 100m wr and a chunkier modern brushed steel case. Rotating bezel too
Never been a Breitling fan so wasn't really in a rush to watch this. Now I have.. I want a Breitling cosmonaught! As usual your content is such high quality! Really great vid! Cheers
Love the Navi!!! Great video my friend! I hope to get a Navi one day. Cheers!
Thoroughly researched and very informative. Gave me a lot more respect for the brand. I’ve always preferred the Speedmaster but the Navitimer is beautiful too.
i wonder if TGV secretly loves his SEIKO FLIGHTY more
I thought the same myself!
He does, watch his past videos.
I'd say it's a) because Breitling just doesn't have the same level of prestige (any more) and b) just because it's so incredibly busy compared to a speedmaster. Like, the Citizen Nighthawk for example is also controversial.
This is exactly why.
Yea I’ve tried on a Navitimer and I love it, but to a non watch person it looks ridiculous.
@@Bemjji I think even some watch people find it to be too busy. I know I do.
I agree the whole way from point a to point b 👍
For me it´s a bit watch porn. Just toooo much of the good thing , But I like it - especially this crazy 24 hour dial.
tgv, the only intros you don't skip :)
Love it great watch !!
Fantastic round-up TGV. I learned a great deal. I'm one of those who feel the dial is too busy ... but that's just me. Still a brilliant timepiece.
I love the intro of your videos and of course the content but the intro is amazing
I always love the history lessons. :)
TGV another very informative well done vid! I’m starting to warm up to Breitling…🥃⌚️
I really love my blue dial A23322 - many thanks for your great video 🤵🏻♂️🏁
The Navi is a watch that I love to admire from afar, I've learned. I love seeing it in videos like this, seeing photos of it, etc. But I've had one on my wrist before and in person when I look down at it it's just too busy for me. I think many others are in the same boat.
Your admiration for the Navitimer is infectious! I just received my Navitimer World (A23422 - purchased on Ebay from a seller in Japan - sound familiar?). I opted for this variant because I wanted the additional GMT complication and preferred the dial layout with the sub-registers at the 6, 9 and 12 positions and the winged Breitling logo at the 3 o'clock. It also came with the beautiful Breitling black leather strap. Thanks very much for your fantastic videos - much appreciated!
Not just the best watch channel, the best channel on RUclips, keep up the great work.
Thank you so much, you just made my day.
Onwards and upwards!
Best regards,
TGV
I've been on a serious Kurt Russell deep dive lately. Criminally underrated and everything he's in is elevated with his presence. Very cool guy wears a very cool watch. Also got to see Miles Davis once in the 80's. Genius.
great video, classic tgv
I agree, the Navitimer is an iconic watch. Probably underrated. But after this video perhaps a few will change opinion. I also have a 90ies Cosmonaut, automatic. Love it! Great video as usual, thanks TGV 👍
The Navi and the Explorer are my grails! Fantastic stuff.
Awesome Navitimer !!!!
Refinement and sophisticated looks is what I tend to gravitate towards when it comes to chronographs....the Breitling tends to be a bit flashier and heavier handed than the Speedmaster or even the Daytona....which is not to stay it's a bad piece, it's just a bit more in your face than the Rolex and Omegas usually tend to be. Great video TGV....Blessings and continued success my friend! -Keith
That intro 😍
Nice history behind this time piece. O&W manufactured Navytimers from original Breitling parts too. Got one !
I'm aiming to have one of these to partner my Speedmaster one day. Great video by the way.
I just got my grubby mitts on a never before used 1992 Flightmaster 7T34-6A00, which i know is deep into Navitimer territory, hence I'm browsing through your review history. It's kind of hard to read the tiny numbers since there's SO MUCH crammed into there, but I'm starting to get comfy doing simple maths on it. Looking around for more navitimer tutorials (they're easier to find than flighty tutorials for sure), and here we are. Man, the flightmaster, what a piece of ART this watch is when you study it under good light! Breitlings are roughly 20 times above my budget, so I'm mega happy I landed this old flighty in pristine condition. The flighty is like a navtimer x5, which is both good (even cooler) and bad (less legible)
Fantastic video TGV, and such an interesting history. I'm not exactly into this watch genre but if I was tempted I'd go for the Seiko first. Then, if I found myself to be in love with the design, a Breitling , though not a new one at retail, would be definitely something I would look at. Btw, your videos are just getting better all the time.
Thank you so much Brian!
Best regards,
TGV
The civilian version, in the Citizen at0361-06e makes the slide rule less complicated by enabling it to determine a second time zone apart from your local city by reading off the places from where you currently are. What the Bretling Navitiimer was, it wasn’t just the first chronograph and navigational computational aid, it was the first GMT and world time watch. It literally changed the way people saw time and distance and without it, that watch and the Casio World Time digital watch would have been inconceivable. An invention that has been felt everywhere in every day life.
Sinn and Navitimer history never new this …learnt something new . 👍 Top video TGV.
Before Sinn, Breitling Navitimer also was distributed in France under Lip watch company, and also in the US under Gruen watch company. The pieces have those brand names on the dial under the Breitling logo and are very rare finds these days!
First: Thank You for this video!
Second and so on: My Grail mechanical chronograph is... Yes, the Navitimer!....
I love two his versions: All black version of Cosmonaut and all black 12 h version with annual calendar and moon phases.
I don't have this model in my collection at the moment, but I have one his version from Casio and I like it so much.
I think this chronograph is underrated in shadow of Daytona and Speedmaster. Possible reason, in my opinion, is his water resistance of only, only 30 meters or 3 atmospheres.
But for me, in all other functions, he is the best chronograph!
Everyday a school day. Great show. Would love the Sinn variant someday, but a flighty is on my radar. TGV and MWC have swayed me again 👍🏴
Great video -- I always have looked the other way when the Navitimer came up even though I knew a little of it's iconic status. I would add that even though I don't think he wore a Navitimer, Jerry Seinfeld notably wore Breitlings on his show and still can be seen wearing them occasionally today.
This was my 2nd Grail Watch......inspired to buy the Navitimer by you TGV. I searched for a while to find the right one, and found it in my Navitimer Twin Sixty. It is still my favorite watch in my collection, despite buying other since I got this one. Its gorgeous, its comfortable, and its brilliant. And I love Kurt Russell.
I was waiting for your comment! As always, I am honored and humbled. I LOVE your Twin Sixty btw, enjoy it my friend. Thank you for the comment and support, it never goes unnoticed. I hope you had a great July 4th.
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry Thank you. I had a great 4th, but now am suffering the effects of Hurricane (yes, it became one this evening) Elsa. But we'll get through it. Onwards, upwards. And if you ever need to review a Twin Sixty, let me know.