About Chronomat
THE ALL-PURPOSE WATCH
Created in the 1980s for Italy’s Frecce Tricolori, the Chronomat was conceived as a union of high style and uncompromising function—engineered to perform under 7G forces while looking at ease far beyond the cockpit.
From Milan to New York to Tokyo, it quickly gained traction across fashion and pop culture, earning the title “the great new watch for the nineties” by Vogue. Today, the Chronomat returns with subtle but powerful updates, still instantly recognizable by its signature rider tabs and unmistakable Rouleaux bracelet.
A new interpretation of Breitling’s Land icon: confident in spirit, versatile in style, and ready for anything. The new Chronomat is presented by the Breitling squad: Austin Butler, Erling Haaland, and Giannis Antetokounmpo—each highlighting the key details of the watch.
Austin Butler
Austin Butler’s Hollywood ascent is the result of a lifetime dedicated to honing his craft. He’s received an Oscar nomination for his lead role in Elvis and starred in several other films including Dune 2, The Bikeriders, and the acclaimed series Masters of the Air. It’s a career that’s been defined by freedom—choosing his roles, crafting his characters, and collaborating with Hollywood’s biggest names.
The bracelet
The signature Rouleaux bracelet is a tactile fan favorite, now fully integrated to create a seamless transition from case to bracelet. Worn from gym to black tie by Austin Butler, the design balances style and function. On stainless steel and two-tone models, discreet micro adjustments on either side of the hidden butterfly clasp allow for easy, on-the-go sizing.
Austin Butler
Austin Butler’s Hollywood ascent is the result of a lifetime dedicated to honing his craft. He’s received an Oscar nomination for his lead role in Elvis and starred in several other films including Dune 2, The Bikeriders, and the acclaimed series Masters of the Air. It’s a career that’s been defined by freedom—choosing his roles, crafting his characters, and collaborating with Hollywood’s biggest names.
The bracelet
The signature Rouleaux bracelet is a tactile fan favorite, now fully integrated to create a seamless transition from case to bracelet. Worn from gym to black tie by Austin Butler, the design balances style and function. On stainless steel and two-tone models, discreet micro adjustments on either side of the hidden butterfly clasp allow for easy, on-the-go sizing.
The bracelet
The signature Rouleaux bracelet is a tactile fan favorite, now fully integrated to create a seamless transition from case to bracelet. Worn from gym to black tie by Austin Butler, the design balances style and function. On stainless steel and two-tone models, discreet micro adjustments on either side of the hidden butterfly clasp allow for easy, on-the-go sizing.
Erling Haaland
Raised in Bryne, Norway, Erling Haaland sprinted through the football ranks, making his professional debut at just 15. Known for his explosive speed, clinical finishing, and unmatched physical presence, Haaland has become one of the most dominant strikers in football today. After breaking records in Austria and Germany, he helped break the Premier League single-season scoring record and secured a historic treble in 2023.
Bezel
Worn by pro football player Erling Haaland, the current Chronomat refines the bezel by integrating the insert, screws, and rider tabs into a single piece—bringing it from 18 components into one. The signature raised rider tabs remain, ensuring a secure grip, while the unidirectional bezel action is smooth for effortless operation.
Erling Haaland
Raised in Bryne, Norway, Erling Haaland sprinted through the football ranks, making his professional debut at just 15. Known for his explosive speed, clinical finishing, and unmatched physical presence, Haaland has become one of the most dominant strikers in football today. After breaking records in Austria and Germany, he helped break the Premier League single-season scoring record and secured a historic treble in 2023.
Bezel
Worn by pro football player Erling Haaland, the current Chronomat refines the bezel by integrating the insert, screws, and rider tabs into a single piece—bringing it from 18 components into one. The signature raised rider tabs remain, ensuring a secure grip, while the unidirectional bezel action is smooth for effortless operation.
Bezel
Worn by pro football player Erling Haaland, the current Chronomat refines the bezel by integrating the insert, screws, and rider tabs into a single piece—bringing it from 18 components into one. The signature raised rider tabs remain, ensuring a secure grip, while the unidirectional bezel action is smooth for effortless operation.
Giannis Antetoukumpo
Since joining the National Basketball Association in 2013, Giannis Antetokounmpo has hit nearly every career milestone achievable, including Most Improved Player, Most Valuable Player (twice), Defensive Player of the Year and Finals MVP. In 2021, he also led the Milwaukee Bucks to win the team’s first title in 50 years. Raised in Athens, Giannis shot through the Greek leagues and was drafted to the NBA while still a teenager.
Ergonomics
The ergonomics of the Chronomat have been meticulously engineered for optimal wearability. A subtly domed sapphire crystal further enhances the proportions by reducing thickness and preventing a top-heavy feel. The focus on ergonomics is what draws pro basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Chronomat collection. The Rouleaux bracelet remains as distinct as ever, while the lug-less design ensures the bracelet adjusts naturally to the wrist for exceptional comfort.
Giannis Antetoukumpo
Since joining the National Basketball Association in 2013, Giannis Antetokounmpo has hit nearly every career milestone achievable, including Most Improved Player, Most Valuable Player (twice), Defensive Player of the Year and Finals MVP. In 2021, he also led the Milwaukee Bucks to win the team’s first title in 50 years. Raised in Athens, Giannis shot through the Greek leagues and was drafted to the NBA while still a teenager.
Ergonomics
The ergonomics of the Chronomat have been meticulously engineered for optimal wearability. A subtly domed sapphire crystal further enhances the proportions by reducing thickness and preventing a top-heavy feel. The focus on ergonomics is what draws pro basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Chronomat collection. The Rouleaux bracelet remains as distinct as ever, while the lug-less design ensures the bracelet adjusts naturally to the wrist for exceptional comfort.
Ergonomics
The ergonomics of the Chronomat have been meticulously engineered for optimal wearability. A subtly domed sapphire crystal further enhances the proportions by reducing thickness and preventing a top-heavy feel. The focus on ergonomics is what draws pro basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Chronomat collection. The Rouleaux bracelet remains as distinct as ever, while the lug-less design ensures the bracelet adjusts naturally to the wrist for exceptional comfort.
Chronomat Story
Part of Watchprint’s Story Books series profiling the world’s most renowned watches, Chronomat Story sees investigative journalist Gerard Tubb draw on original research to reveal the full, untold history behind Breitling’s most transformative chronograph. Through newly uncovered archives and first-hand accounts, Tubb traces how the Chronomat—created for Italy’s Frecce Tricolori aerobatic team in the 1980s—sparked Breitling’s revival and reshaped the landscape of modern mechanical watchmaking. Richly illustrated and meticulously documented, the book brings to light the people, ideas, and risks that defined an era of reinvention. Now available from Watchprint.