Breitling goes deep and black this year, introducing a special BlackSteel version of the Avenger Seawolf Chrono, the only chronograph that is fully operational at a depth of 1,000 metres (3,300 feet), quite a feat in the world of watchmaking. Most chronographs cannot be used underwater at all, and this new Avenger Seawolf can be used down to 1,000 metres.




AVENGER SEAWOLF BLACKSTEEL CHRONO, COLT GMT


The reason it can be operated under water and at such depths? It utilizes a Breitling-patented magnetic pushpiece system, making it possible to use the pushers through the metal of the case, without any direct mechanical contact and no danger of compromising the seals that protect the water resistance. The BlackSteel chronograph has an automatic decompression valve and features a Breitling SuperQuartz™ calibre. This COSC certified movement has a level of accuracy ten times superior to that of standard quartz movements, enabling it to measure times to within 1/10th of a second complete with split-time indications.
The new Blacksteel limited edition, limited to 2,000 pieces worldwide, comes in black, with the steel case having been treated with an ultra-resistant carbon-based coating. Everything is black except for the white luminescent hands, hour markers and red-rimmed counters, and it is fitted with a choice of a black Diver Pro rubber strap or a perforated Ocean Racer strap.
Also new is the Colt GMT in steel.


Source: Europa Star April - May 2010 Magazine Issue