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A unique celebration of design and freedom: Breitling’s Top Time Classic Cars Capsule Collection pays homage to the classic sports cars of the 1960s.

These three non-traditional racing chronographs draw inspiration from the three icons of American car culture: Chevrolet Corvette, Ford Mustang and Shelby Cobra. The timepiece itself is a tribute to the first Breitling Top Time models in the 1960s, which were designed for “young and active professionals”. Today’s modern retro interpretation may be younger and more free-spirited.

“The important thing is the journey, not the rhythm. Whether you are tinkering under the hood or celebrating these beautiful machines on a Sunday ride, it is all right,” Breitling CEO Georges Kern (Georges Kern) )Say.

These disruptive chronographs have a car style and are eye-catching with their bold dial colors, orange and yellow or red and blue touches, and racing-themed calfskin straps. The engraved stainless steel back cover displays the logo of each car in impressive detail, and the chronograph buttons are dotted on the dial. All three watches are water resistant to 10 bar (100 meters).

The series includes the Red and Black Top Time Chevrolet Corvette, based on the eye-catching design of the Corvette C2 in the mid-1960s, often referred to as “Sting Ray” by enthusiasts. Fun fact: Did you know that the car manufacturer Louis Chevrolet is a Swiss racer born in the watchmaking city of La Chaux-de-Fonds?

Then came the Green and Brown Top Time Ford Mustang version, which was inspired by a car developed in record time in 1964, giving rise to a new type of compact and affordable sports car. It quickly reached iconic status in the hands of rock stars and Hollywood actors, and played an iconic role on the silver screen. Last but not least, there is a blue and brown version of Top Time Shelby Cobra. The mood board of this watch revolves around a powerful machine created by the iconic American racer and manufacturer Carol Shelby for the 1960s races. It compares the classic British chassis design with the originality and engineering of American racing. Combine. This watch hints at one of its unique paint jobs: blue and white racing stripes.

The 42 mm case of the Chevrolet Corvette and Ford Mustang versions is equipped with the COSC-certified Breitling Calibre 25, which is a self-winding 1/8-second chronograph movement with a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Both watches are equipped with tachymeter scales and three contrasting black subdials. Their dial shows the car logo at 12 o’clock.

Inside the smaller 40mm Top Time Shelby Cobra, it is equipped with the COSC-certified Breitling Calibre 41, which is a self-winding 1/4 second chronograph movement with a power reserve of about 42 hours. It has a white tachymeter scale and two white contrasting subdials, as well as the Cobra logo at 6 o’clock.

However, this racing tradition is not about running around. Rather, it is about a means of transportation that conveys a sense of freedom and happiness. So that you might even forget the time…

The three symbols of American car culture
The second-generation Chevrolet Corvette, released from 1963 to 1967, is the most sought-after version of this American legend. “Sting Ray” was inspired by a racing prototype in 1959. Thanks to its tight and low-key body, it looks amazing today. With its outstanding performance on roads and tracks, it has always haunted dreams and inspired the imagination of fans all over the world.

The first generation of Ford Mustang was produced from 1964 to 1969, compact, affordable and sporty. Some models are suitable for families, while others are suitable for competition-focused athletes. It is a true idol popular among rock stars and actors. It also appeared in some of the most popular movies of that era. Car enthusiasts know that the original Mustang helped define the coolness of an entire generation. This beloved living legend is still in production and is as relevant to today’s customers as it was in the 1960s.

In the early 1960s, Le Mans champion Carroll Shelby envisioned a car that combined British chassis design with American racing engineering. He created the Shelby Cobra, a sports car that cleverly matched a small and lightweight chassis with a powerful, reliable American big-cylinder engine. When it was launched in 1962, the Cobra was an immediate success. The original Shelby Cobra is still an extremely fast and popular car today.

Breitling
Since 1884, Breitling has gained a worldwide reputation for its high-precision timepieces, its pioneering role in the development of wrist chronographs, and its unremitting pursuit of design excellence. Relying on the legendary connection between the brand and aviation, Breitling shared the most beautiful moments of mankind conquering the sky. It is known for its innovative spirit and has also won a place in the fields of science, sports and technology. Breitling manufactures its own movements in-house, and the quality of each movement—just like the movements in all Breitling watches—has been confirmed by its status as a COSC certified observatory made in Switzerland.

Ford, Mustang, Blue Oval and all affiliated trademarks and designs are trademarks of Ford Motor Company and are used with permission.

Breitling Top Time Classic Cars Technical Specifications

Top Chevrolet Corvette
Reference: A25310241K1X1

Watch movement
Movement: Breitling Calibre 25
Diameter: 29.3 mm
Depth: 6.9 mm
Winder: automatic winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: about 42 hours
Balance wheel frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 Hz
Chronograph: 1/8 a second chronograph, 30 seconds, 15 minutes and 6 hours totalizer
Display: hour, minute, second
Certification: COSC certification

CASE
Material: stainless steel
Diameter: 42 mm
Height: 13.65 mm
Water resistance: up to 10 bar (100 meters)
Bottom cover: tear off, steel
Crown: screwless lock, two washers

Dial/pointer red, with black tachymeter scale and black contrasting subdial
Super-LumiNova® luminous hour markers and hour and minute hands

STRAP
Black racing-themed calfskin strap with folding clasp

Time ford mustang
Reference: A253101A1L1X1

CASE
Material: stainless steel
Diameter: 42 mm
Height: 13.65 mm
Water resistance: up to 10 bar (100 meters)
Bottom cover: tear off, steel
Crown: screwless lock, two washers

Dial/pointer green with black tachymeter scale and black contrasting subdial
Super-LumiNova® luminous hour markers and hour and minute hands

STRAP
Brown racing-themed calfskin strap with folding clasp

Best time Shelby Cobra
Reference: A41315A71C1X2

Watch movement
Movement: Breitling Calibre 41
Diameter: 25.4 mm
Depth: 6.8 mm
Winder: automatic winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: about 42 hours
Balance wheel frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 Hz
Chronograph: 1/4 a second chronograph, 30 minutes
Display: hour, minute, second
Certification: COSC certification

CASE
Material: stainless steel
Diameter: 40 mm
Height: 13.30 mm
Water resistance: up to 10 bar (100 meters)
Bottom cover: tear off, steel
Crown: screwless lock, two washers

Dial/pointer blue, with white tachymeter scale and white contrast subdial
Super-LumiNova® luminous hour markers and hour and minute hands

STRAP
Brown racing-themed calfskin strap with folding clasp