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Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo: Breitling and basketball superstar collaborate on Slam Dunk
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In an exciting partnership with NBA giant Giannis Antetokounmpo, Breitling has won two pieces: the limited edition and the Chronomat B01 42 collection.
[Image 1: https://prtimes.jp/i/32319/162/resize/d32319-162-a80e4cabcf3d1b8940a6-0.jpg&s3=32319-162-2bfc3afead061f64ecd8c16a2668497f-3900×2601.jpg] Swiss luxury watchmaker Breitling is pleased to announce the Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo, designed in collaboration with professional basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo. Antetokounmpo’s inspiring journey from the streets of Athens to the heights of the NBA, and the athlete’s boundless energy, are captured in this limited edition watch.
Breitling CEO Georges Kern said: “Giannis has a unique style and flair that we want our watches to capture, and as a longtime ambassador, he brings that aesthetic alone to the project. He became a collaborator who instilled in me a strong and unyielding spirit.”
The Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo embodies that spirit, with a bold and impactful design just like the 6-foot-11 power forward for the Milwaukee Bucks. This Signature Edition is available in two models: the 40 mm stainless steel Chronomat GMT and the 42 mm gold Chronomat B01 chronograph.
[Image 2: https://prtimes.jp/i/32319/162/resize/d32319-162-4647fbed3562ddf303d2-1.jpg&s3=32319-162-b33eeacb28886518d7d5a80fe25791d4-3900×2594.jpg] The central hand has the initials “GA”, the chronograph counter has an elaborate basketball emblem, and the dial color is reminiscent of the Goodland green of his team, which achieved legendary status through championships. . Antetokounmpo’s charm shines through in every detail. Both are limited editions, with production limited to 1,750 pieces for the GMT and 250 pieces for the chronograph.
[Image 3: https://prtimes.jp/i/32319/162/resize/d32319-162-8bd695c58f38c9226f3d-2.jpg&s3=32319-162-d469d498d58a1b2b3732c19ac7115efb-3900×2600.jpg] Other notable details include Antetokounmpo’s signature on the GMT’s caseback. The chronograph (available with a green rubber Reuleaux strap or an 18K red gold bracelet) also offers a view of the Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01 movement and its golden rotor. All watches come in special edition packaging with a personal message from “The Greek Monster” Antetokounmpo.
[Image 4: https://prtimes.jp/i/32319/162/resize/d32319-162-019b52b62830aad7dc3e-3.jpg&s3=32319-162-cc036b4b3a4b8cb3c1790feb9ffec3f3-3900×2600.jpg] Antetokounmpo said, “There’s a video of me opening the chronograph box for the first time, and the look on my face says it all.When I saw it come to life, I was blown away.This watch. I would like to thank Breitling for the opportunity to co-design this watch, and to everyone who will own this watch. My heart is with you all.”
Special Edition: THE ONE OF ONE
As a fitting tribute to the King of the Court, Breitling created the Chronomat B01 “One of One” exclusively for Antetokounmpo. This one-of-a-kind piece features gold Arabic numerals, a white bezel, a contrasting color against the green dial, and white chronograph counters. This colorway is a tribute to his team and his unique rise from stateless youth in Greece to NBA icon.
It celebrates the story and is the subject of the 2022 film Rise and the 2024 documentary The Marvelous Journey. This custom piece may only be glimpsed courtside, but photos are available for this release.
[Image 5: https://prtimes.jp/i/32319/162/resize/d32319-162-30827988deda33b246bd-4.jpg&s3=32319-162-a277664496ce62b16396bf085f77adf6-3900×2600.jpg] Upgraded standard model: Chronomat B01 42
Coinciding with the unveiling of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Signature Edition, Breitling’s core Chronomat B01 42 lineup with the newly released Chronomat B01 Triumph Edition (click here to see the collaboration) also evolves with a series of new specifications.
[Image 6: https://prtimes.jp/i/32319/162/resize/d32319-162-1dd34b97ef4f9f00b088-5.jpg&s3=32319-162-19c5b4c3199f9fc2fe2adee69b46a1d3-3900×2597.jpg] Introducing a rubber strap inspired by the Reuleaux bracelet. For the first time, we have adopted the popular strap for the Chronomat B01 42 stainless steel series, which is comfortable to wear, does not need to worry about water, and has a fresh look. A sporty alternative to the classic metal Reuleaux bracelet, it comes with an ultra-comfortable butterfly folding clasp.
The Chronomat B01’s color palette expands further with the
introduction of a new color, green, which enlivens the stainless steel, two-tone and 18K red gold variations.
And for those who appreciate the ultralightness of titanium, Breitling has added a range of watches made from this lightweight metal with the Chronomat B01 42 and Super Chronomat B01 44. It has excellent strength and can be used comfortably without compromising Chronomat’s unique robustness.
[Image 7: https://prtimes.jp/i/32319/162/resize/d32319-162-e0fa4ebcb44410284528-6.jpg&s3=32319-162-5e587d6a475f15e9fe0dae2254ddf8c3-3900×2599.jpg] However, don’t worry. All of the traditional features that
characterize the Chronomat are firmly maintained. The iconic ‘onion’ crown pays homage to the line’s aviation roots, providing ease of operation and the air of a historic model. The distinctive rider tab is still intact and adds an accent to the bezel. The positions of the 15-minute and 45-minute markers can be swapped and can be used for countdown and countup.
Breitling Chronomats have always been watches for pioneers, not just timekeepers. Born in the era of slim quartz models, it boldly bucked trends with its mechanical strength and fortitude. The Chronomat was born in 1983 as the official watch of the famous Italian aerobatic squadron, Frecce Tricolori, and was widely released to the public a year later. This release brings mechanical chronographs back into the limelight in an era dominated by quartz.
With the Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo Edition and the redesigned Chronomat B01 collection, Breitling marries its tradition of precision and style with a new era of storytelling, once again scoring points for watch lovers around the world. I listed.
About Breitling
Breitling, founded in 1884, is a leading Swiss watch manufacturer. An innovative company that invented the modern chronograph and pioneered the navigation tool watch. Today, the casual, inclusive and
sustainable luxury brand continues to break new ground with more than 240 industrial loft-inspired stores around the world. Breitling’s collections explore a yearning for the sky, land and sea, and follow the brand’s established modern-retro style. The fact that all movements are COSC-certified chronometers is a testament to their exceptional quality, and Breitling is one of the few independent watchmakers to produce manufacture calibers. Breitling is currently on a mission to create great products and experiences through better materials, better manufacturing, better packaging and end-to-end traceability. Where traditional watchmaking coexists with the latest and most sustainable innovations, Breitling is a company with a long history and at the same time at the forefront of its time.
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