MOVING THE NEEDLE ON HIGH-PERFORMANCE OBJECTS OF DESIRE

from YourLuxury Africa May 2023 issue

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The classic Top Time rejuvenates the chronograph, theming it around classic muscle cars of the 60s and early 70s, when driving was about more than just transportation. It was an experience and an expression of enjoyment of life. Breitling’s 2023 extensions to the collection includes the new Ford Thunderbird model and updated versions of the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Corvette and Shelby Cobra chronographs. While die-hard musclecar enthusiasts might argue whether the Cobra actually fits the bill, MerriamWebster defines the category as “any of a group of American-made two-door sports coupés with powerful engines designed for high-performance driving”. And, as such, the Cobra qualifies. Fred draws synergy between the attainability of muscle cars and Breitling’s inclusive luxury. “Muscle cars were different. Designed to be relatively affordable, they were not something you dreamt about but knew you’d never afford. They were something you could have. Breitling isn’t about closed doors, unachievable dreams or a decade of waiting lists. One of Breitling’s core values is inclusive luxury, and I think that’s another point where the combination of the American muscle cars and the Top Time works extremely well.”

Are collectors of the Premier range very different to those who hanker after the Top Time line? “Interesting question,” says Fred. “They are very different watches, although they are out of the same stable. When I dress up, I wear a Premier. When it’s a sports weekend, I take my Top Time. However, mine will be vintage, of course. Today, I think we need both. We need the classic sophistication of the Premier and that louder, more outspoken, self-assured Top Time.” ■

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The Premier dial colours are classic, understated, timeless, elegant and sophisticated. The colour palette includes salmon, blue, green, black and cream with tone-on-tone chronograph counters and Super-LumiNova® luminescent hour and minute hands. The six models are powered by the self-winding Breitling Caliber 01, one of the industry’s most highly regarded chronograph movements.

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Breitling has upgraded its Top Time Classic Cars collection by introducing the Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01, visible through the open-sapphire crystal caseback. The chronograph calibre increases the power reserve to approximately 70 hours, comes with a five-year warranty and is COSCcertified. The case has also been improved to provide increased water resistance of 100m.

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