Few brands command the same reverence in the world of modern luxury watchmaking as Breitling. With roots tracing back to 1884 and a reputation forged in the skies, the Swiss manufacture continues to honour its rich past while boldly embracing the present.
Just in time for the festive season, Breitling unveils a Gold Capsule Collection — five timepieces that embody the essence of the brand’s most celebrated lines: the Navitimer and the Premier. Each is crafted in 18k red gold, a metal chosen for its understated warmth and timeless sophistication.
These exclusive references unite dial and movement combinations never before seen in the collection. With production strictly limited and availability confined to select boutiques and Breitling, the Gold Capsule Collection represents a rare convergence of legacy and luxury.
A Tribute to Heritage: The Navitimer Gold Capsule
Among Breitling’s storied designs, the Navitimer stands as its true icon — an enduring companion to generations of pilots and adventurers. Originally launched in 1952 as an in-flight chronograph complete with a circular slide rule, the Navitimer became a tool of precision and a symbol of aviation’s golden age. It even reached the stars, accompanying astronaut Scott Carpenter into orbit in 1962.
The Navitimer Gold Capsule includes three distinctive models that reinterpret the icon through the prism of red gold and rich new dial tones.
Navitimer B01 Chronograph 41
A contemporary take on the original 1950s design, this 41mm chronograph marries a brown dial with white sub-dials and matching red-gold hands, indexes, and logo. Its Manufacture Caliber 01 movement is revealed through an open caseback, complete with a skeletonised red-gold rotor finished with Geneva stripes. The piece is paired with a brown alligator strap and red-gold folding clasp — classic, confident, and unmistakably Breitling.
Navitimer Automatic 36
For those drawn to a more compact yet equally charismatic execution, the Automatic 36 offers a green dial with a matching slide rule, creating a harmonious single-tone aesthetic. Powered by the Breitling Caliber 17, it captures the essence of the Navitimer in a sleek, time-only format. A green alligator strap with red-gold tang buckle completes the look.
Navitimer 32
The smallest of the trio, the Navitimer 32 introduces a brown dial accented by diamond hour markers, blending vintage charm with elegant modernity. Driven by the SuperQuartz™ Caliber 77, it offers impeccable precision in a slim 8mm profile. The design is complemented by a brown alligator strap and beaded bezel — a respectful nod to the very first Navitimers of the 1950s.
The Premier Gold Capsule: Timeless Elegance, Reborn
If the Navitimer represents the skies, the Premier stands firmly on the ground — embodying sophistication and style born in the 1940s, a golden era of watch design. Created under Willy Breitling, the Premier marked a turning point where technical prowess met refined aesthetics.
This capsule revisits that legacy with two pieces that exemplify contemporary elegance while honouring classic proportions.
Premier B01 Chronograph 42
The Premier B01 42 presents a navy-blue dial accented by red-gold hands and indexes, with dual subdials and a discreet date at 6 o’clock. At its heart beats the Manufacture Caliber 01, visible through an exhibition caseback showcasing a red-gold, Geneva-striped rotor. A light-brown alligator strap provides a subtle counterpoint to the richness of the gold.
Premier B09 Chronograph 40
The B09 Chronograph 40 offers a more vintage dimension. Its dark green dial pairs beautifully with red-gold detailing, while its manually wound B09 caliber delivers authenticity and tactile pleasure to the collector’s wrist. The absence of a rotor reveals the intricate hand-finished mechanics beneath the sapphire caseback. It’s finished on a dark-brown alligator strap with matching red-gold folding clasp.
Five Expressions of Refinement
Each of the five Gold Capsule models underscores Breitling’s singular ability to blend technical mastery with timeless design. The use of full red gold gives each piece unmistakable wrist presence while maintaining a versatile warmth that transitions effortlessly between formal and casual settings.
Limited in production and never to be reproduced in these exact configurations, the Gold Capsule Collection offers collectors and enthusiasts a unique opportunity to own a piece of Breitling’s evolving story — one that continues to shine brighter than ever.
Available from early December, with pre-orders open now through Breitling boutiques and online, these watches arrive just in time to capture the spirit of the season — a celebration of heritage, innovation, and enduring style.
Technical Specifications:
NAVITIMER B01 CHRONOGRAPH 41
Reference: RB0139211Q1P1
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01
Diameter: 30 millimeters
Depth: 7.2 millimeters
Winder: self-winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 70 hours
Number of components: 346
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Chronograph: column-wheel, vertical clutch, 1/4th second, 30-minute and 12-hour totalizers
Display: hour, minute, second, date window
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: 18k red gold
Diameter: 41 millimeters
Thickness: 13.6 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 3 bar (30 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: screwed steel, sapphire crystal
Crown: non screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: bidirectional with circular slide rule
DIAL/HANDS
Brown with white contrasting chronograph counters
Super-LumiNova® luminescent indexes, hour and minute hands
STRAP
Brown alligator leather strap with an 18k red gold folding buckle
PRICE
RRP £17,850.00
NAVITIMER AUTOMATIC 36
Reference: R17327371L1P1
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Caliber 17
Diameter: 25.6 millimeters
Depth: 4.6 millimeters
Winder: self-winding, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 38 hours
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Display: hour, minute, second
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: 18 k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines)
Diameter: 36 millimeters
Thickness: 11.42 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 41.77 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 3 bar (30 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: screwed-in, 18 k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines)
Crown: non screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: 18 k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines), bidirectional, slide rule
DIAL/HANDS
Green
Super-LumiNova® luminescent hour and minute hands
STRAP
Green alligator leather strap with 18k red gold tang-type buckle (18/ 16 mm) (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines)
PRICE
RRP £12,000.00
NAVITIMER 32
Reference: R77320E31Q1P1
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Caliber 77
Diameter: 23.30 millimeters
Depth: 3.22 millimeters
Movement: thermo-compensated SuperQuartzTM
Battery life: approximately 3-4 years
Display: hour, minute, second
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: 18k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines)
Diameter: 32 millimeters
Thickness: 8.0 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 37.52 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 5 bar (50 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: clipped, 18k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines)
Crown: non screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: 18k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines), fixed
DIAL/HANDS
Brown with lab-grown diamonds
Super-LumiNova® luminescent minute and hour hands
STRAP
Brown alligator leather strap with 18 k red gold tang-type buckle (16/ 14 mm) (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines)
PRICE
RRP £8,850.00
PREMIER B01 CHRONOGRAPH 42
Reference: RB0145171C1P1
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01
Diameter: 30 millimeters
Depth: 7.2 millimeters
Winder: self-winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 70 hours
Number of components: 318
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Chronograph: column-wheel, vertical clutch, 1/4th second, 30-minute
Display: hour, minute, second, date window
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: 18 k red gold
Diameter: 42 millimeters
Thickness: 13.6 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 50.03 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 10 bar (100 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: screwed 18 k red gold, sapphire crystal
Crown: non screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: fixed
DIAL/HANDS
Blue with tone-on-tone chronograph counters
Super-LumiNova® luminescent hour and minute hands
STRAP
Brown alligator leather strap with an 18k red gold folding buckle (22/18 mm)
PRICE
RRP £17,500.00
PREMIER B09 CHRONOGRAPH 40
Reference: RB0930361L1P1
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Caliber B09
Diameter: 30 millimeters
Depth: 6.73 millimeters
Winder: mechanical hand-wound
Power reserve: approximately 70 hours
Number of components: 236
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Chronograph: column-wheel, vertical clutch, 1/4th second, 30-minute counter
Display: hour, minute, second
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: 18k red gold
Diameter: 40 millimeters
Thickness: 13.08 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 47.65 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 10 bar (100 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: screwed 18 k red gold, sapphire crystal
Crown: non-screw-locked, two gaskets
DIAL/HANDS
Green with tone-on-tone chronograph counters
Super-LumiNova® luminescent hour and minute hands
STRAP
Dark-brown alligator leather strap with an 18k red gold folding clasp
PRICE
RRP £17,950.00
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