#Breitling superocean chronograph professional

In the 1960s, the Breitling Superocean 2005 was introduced, which touted a new and impressive slow-motion chronograph feature. These two would pave the way for more advanced Superocean models – from automatic to deep-dive models. Aside from boasting 200m water resistance, they also stood out from the rest of the dive watches in the market, with their minimally designed and extra legible dials and bezels. One was the elegant ref 1004, a time-only diver suitable for daily wear then the ref 807 chronograph, for the more seasoned diver who needs a watch to regulate saturation time. Both had a depth rating of 200 meters, beating out their contemporaries.

They introduced not one, but two dive watches under the newly created Superocean line. Omega broke its first diving record with the Seamaster, which reached depths of 62 meters then Rolex debuted the Submariner in 1953, with a higher depth rating of 100 meters.Ĭome 1957, Breitling was ready to put their dive watch stakes on the ground.

#Breitling superocean chronograph professional

By the 1950s, professional deep-sea diving, scientific exploration of the seas, and water sports began to flourish, creating demand for water resistant timepieces. Since its inception in 1884, Breitling was focused on creating precision-made chronometers for aviation and military purposes.