Yes, I think you are right...

It's a bit a testimony of the end of a period... I really think these sizes are ridiculous, especially in this context.

It a pity because Breitling watches have always excellent dial finishings, nice cases etc...

Fr.Xavier

Presenting two new Breitling chronographs with perpetual and annual calendars

By: SJX : November 11th, 2009-21:12

Press release: Milestone mechanical marvels To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the launch of the first selfwinding chronograph movement, Breitling is introducing two limited editions of its Chrono-Matic model, featuring a look inspired by the 1969 origi...

Interesting...

By: patrick_y : November 13th, 2009-01:19

The markings on the perpetual are a little small in the sub-dials. But I'm glad to see that Breitling is making an effort to venture into a new territory for themselves. Thanks for the update SJX!

nice watches, but 49mm?

By: Ir77 : November 13th, 2009-06:05

who's their target, a U-BOAT wearer? i had a bentley watch, that one i believe was 47mm, and it was substantial in size -- these are even bigger? i would love for them to update their olympus line with the rubberized additions instead.

I think a lot of these monster sizes are Pre - recession outcomes.

By: justpen : November 14th, 2009-02:27

Hi Ir77, Usually I make no comment on a watch brand unless I have had some personal experience with that brand or model. I have a couple of Breitlings and think they are not a bad watch. however, you are correct.... 49mm... Crazy and who would the market ...

Yes, I think you are right...

By: foversta : November 14th, 2009-11:53

It's a bit a testimony of the end of a period... I really think these sizes are ridiculous, especially in this context. It a pity because Breitling watches have always excellent dial finishings, nice cases etc... Fr.Xavier