BREITLING – NAVITIMER 01 "DC-3 World Tour" 46 mm Limited Edition NEW
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The Breitling DC-3 circles the globe
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From March to September 2017, the Breitling DC-3 will be doing a grand world tour in several stages, an amazing accomplishment for this legendary plane that will be celebrating its 77th birthday. The crew will not be alone in flying from one continent to the other, since a 500-piece Navitimer limited edition will also be onboard throughout the journey.
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A privileged partner in the conquest of the skies,
Breitling demonstrates
its commitment to safeguarding the aeronautical heritage by supporting
the restoration of legendary aircraft – such as the Lockheed Super
Constellation and the
Douglas DC-3. This twin-engine propeller plane launched in
1935 revolutionized air travel.
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Caseback engraved with the "BREITLING DC-3 — World Tour" logo.
Nicknamed the “Normandy landings plane”, it enjoyed its moment of fame in
June 1944. More than
16,000 were built and most major airlines acquired them as part of their fleet. Today there are less than
150 DC-3 aircraft in flightworthy condition worldwide, including the
Breitling DC-3.
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This
DC-3 HB-IRJ was delivered to American Airlines in
1940 and first
used by the American military between
1942 and
1944, before resuming
service on behalf of various commercial airlines. Restored by a group of
dedicated enthusiasts, it now flies under
Breitling colors and
participates in a variety of airshows.
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In
2017, Breitling will launch its
DC-3
on a major round-the-world tour in several stages that will notably
encompass the
Middle East,
India,
South-East Asia,
North America and
Europe.
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This
World Tour will begin and end in Switzerland, starting from
Geneva in
March and winding up in
September at the
Breitling Sion Airshow 2017. It will be punctuated by numerous stopovers providing opportunities to organize events and take part in air shows. Certain privileged passengers will be welcomed aboard for certain stretches.
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Breitling has also chosen to mark the event by introducing a
500-piece
limited edition of its famous
Navitimer aviation chronograph. This steel
Navitimer 01 (
46 mm), powered by
Manufacture Breitling Caliber 01, will notably be distinguished by its caseback engraved with the
Breitling DC-3 World Tour logo.
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Enthusiasts will however have to wait until the fall of
2017 to get their hands on this model, since the brand has decided to have it travel aboard the
Breitling DC-3 around the planet, thus ensuring it is truly part of the entire adventure. Each watch will be delivered with a certificate signed by the flight captain.
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In launching this
Breitling DC-3 World Tour,
Breitling once again displays its determination to share its passion for aviation with a broad audience. See you in
March 2017 for the great takeoff.
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Technical Specifications
Model : NAVITIMER 01 "DC-3 World Tour" Chronograph 46 mm Edition
Unique piece
special -
limited to 500 pieces
Reference: AB0129/DC-3
Movement
Manufacture Breitling Caliber 01.
Officially chronometer-certified by the
COSC.
Selfwinding, high-frequency (
28,800 vibrations per hour),
47 jewels,
More than
70-hour power reserve.
Functions
- 1/4th second chronograph
- 30- Minute and 12-hour totalizers
- Calendar (Gold Calendar Date)
Case:
Steel (
Limited)
Bezel: Rotating bezel with circular slide rule
Crystal: Cambered sapphire, glareproofed both sides
Crown: Non screw-locked, two gaskets
Back: Stainless steel illustrating the aircraft
"BREITLING DC-3 — World Tour",
with engraving "
Limited Edition - 500" caseback.
Water-resistant: 3 bars
Diameter: 46 mm
Thickness: 14.50 mm
Weight (without strap): 103 gr.
Dials: Black dial
Straps:
Strap: Leather (Brown)
Buckle: Pushbutton folding clasp width:
24/20 mm
Year: March 2017
Limited Edition 500-piece
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