Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42 White Dial Brown Leather Strap Mens Watch
Willy Breitling’s dream in the early 1940s was to fuse utility with unmistakable elegance, creating a chronograph that could be worn every day and still feel refined enough for the grandest occasions. The Premier line embodies that vision today: a rare blend of vintage charm and contemporary precision. This Premier B01 Chronograph 42 carries forward the lineage with the same spirit of timeless taste—functional, impeccably designed, and infinitely wearable.
Image representation: a Premier B01 Chronograph 42 with a White dial on a Brown Alligator strap, delivering Breitling’s signature balance of heritage and modern engineering
Iconic design, modernCrafted performance
The modern Premier preserves signature vintage details that collectors love—the smooth fixed bezel, twin-register chronograph dial, and the streamlined rectangular pushers paired with applied Arabic numerals. It’s a watch that nods to its past while delivering today’s reliability. The White Dial variant on a Brown Leather Strap embodies a versatile aesthetic that suits both tailored business attire and smart-casual weekend wear.
Precision you can trust
At the heart of this watch lies Breitling’s in-house, COSC-certified Manufacture Caliber B01. This self-winding movement is engineered for peak precision, reliability, and practical function in daily life, with a generous power reserve to keep the chronograph ready when you need it most.
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Movement: Breitling Manufacture Calibre B01, self-winding
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Power reserve: Approximately 70 hours
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Vibration: 28,800 v.p.h
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Jewels: 47
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Dial: White variant with calendar aperture
The case is crafted from stainless steel with a 42.0 mm diameter, a proportion that reads as confident on most wrists. It’s built to handle real-world wear and water exposure up to 100 meters (330 feet). The combination of a robust case and a fixed bezel offers a clean, legible dial and a succinct, uncluttered look for everyday elegance.
This listing features the classic Brown Alligator Leather strap, renowned for its tactile feel and refined appearance. An alternative is the Sleek 7-Row Metal Bracelet for a more contemporary, sport-luxe vibe. Either option preserves Breitling’s premium standards while adapting to your style and the occasion.
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Strap options: Alligator Leather (Brown) or 7-Row Metal Bracelet
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Buckle: Folding clasp
Designed for professionals who want a dressy chronograph with authentic heritage, as well as watch enthusiasts who value in-house movement and historical Breitling details. It’s equally at home in a boardroom, at a dinner party, or during travel where reliability and legibility matter.
- Everyday elegance: A watch that transitions from morning meetings to evening events without missing a beat.
- Timely chronograph capabilities: Use the twin-register chronograph to track elapsed time with precision, whether timing a flight sequence, a run, or a project timer.
- Investment-worthy craftsmanship: The COSC-certified movement and vintage-inspired design elements make this Premier more than just a timepiece—it’s a statement of lasting value.
To keep your Premier performing at its best, avoid strong magnetic fields, have the movement serviced at recommended intervals, and ensure the crown is fully secured after adjustments. Regular water-resistance checks are advised to maintain the 100 m rating.
Key specifications
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Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Calibre B01
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Movement: Self-winding mechanical
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Power reserve: Approx. 70 hours
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Vibration: 28,800 v.p.h
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Jewels: 47
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Dial: White
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Calendar: Dial aperture
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Case material: Stainless steel
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Caseback: Open
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Water resistance: 100 m (330 ft)
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Diameter: 42.0 mm
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Strap material: Alligator Leather
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Strap color: Brown
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Buckle material: Stainless steel
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Buckle type: Folding clasp
In the early 1940s, Willy Breitling was already dreaming of a time after the war, when utility would give way to unbridled optimism. He began designing a chronograph that would be functional but also undeniably elegant and infinitely wearable—in his words, “the unmistakable stamp of impeccable taste.” He called this new line the Premier.
To create its modern Premier, Breitling preserved distinctive vintage-Premier details, including the smooth fixed bezel, twin-register dial, streamlined rectangular pushers and applied Arabic numerals. The Premier B01 Chronograph 42 is available in an array of dial colors and case materials. It comes on a choice of classic alligator leather strap or sleek 7-row metal bracelet. Today’s Premier also lives up to Willy Breitling’s uncompromising technical standards with its exceptional self-winding movement—the COSC-certified Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01—designed for maximum precision, reliability and functionality.
Detailed features & specifications
To create its modern Premier, Breitling preserved distinctive vintage-Premier details, including the smooth fixed bezel, twin-register dial, streamlined rectangular pushers and applied Arabic numerals. The Premier B01 Chronograph 42 is available in an array of dial colors and case materials. It comes on a choice of classic alligator leather strap or sleek 7-row metal bracelet. Today’s Premier also lives up to Willy Breitling’s uncompromising technical standards with its exceptional self-winding movement the COSC-certified Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01-designed for maximum precision, reliability and functionality.
Technical Details
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Calibre B01
Movement: Self-winding mechanical
Power reserve: Approx. 70 hrs
Vibration: 28,800 v.p.h
Jewel: 47 jewels
Dial: Silver
Calendar: Dial aperture
Case material: Stainless steel
Caseback: Open
Water resistance: 100 m (330 ft)
Diameter: 42.0 mm
Strap material: Alligator Leather
Strap colour: Brown
Buckle Material: Stainless Steel
Buckle type: Folding clasp
