Breitling will release a special “Navitimer” model, limited to 100 pieces in Japan, to express the wishes of the fans who support the Japanese national team. This model was created to symbolize the pride, competitive spirit, and global challenge of the Japanese national team. The Navitimer, the iconic pilot’s watch, will be available for pre-order on the special page of the Breitling Online Boutique from January 15, 2026, and at Breitling boutiques and authorized retailers nationwide from the following day, January 16, 2026. The following day, from the 16th, Breitling boutiques and authorized retailers nationwide will be accepting advance reservations.
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The Navitimer, a Breitling icon for over 70 years, was created in 1952 as a pilot’s instrument. The Navitimer was created in 1952 as an instrument for pilots. The “Navitimer Automatic GMT 41″ retains the aviation slide rule and replaces the chronograph with a GMT function, with a 24-hour GMT scale in the center of the dial that is both legible and aesthetically pleasing. This model is a Japan-exclusive edition for the Japanese baseball team ” Samurai Japan “. The dial is in the traditional color of the Japanese national team, ” indigo “, and the red GMT hand symbolizes the passion and pride of the Japanese team.
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The back of the watch is engraved with the ” SAMURAI JAPAN ” emblem and ” ONE OF 100 “. The 41mm case is equipped with a self-winding GMT movement that can be used to display a second time zone for overseas expeditions. The watch is available with either a seven-link bracelet or alligator strap, making it both sporty and elegant at the same time.
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On the launch date, Thursday, January 15, 2026, a launch event was held with Daisuke Miura, former manager of the Yokohama DeNA Bay Stars. Mr. Miura has been known as a Breitling enthusiast since he purchased one on his birthday about 20 years ago, and wore it during games while he was manager. He said of the new watch, “The versatility of the watch, which can be worn anywhere and with any attire, is appealing. I want to support Samurai Japan with this watch.
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Details of ” NAVITIMER AUTOMATIC GMT 41 SAMURAI JAPAN LIMITED
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Watch movement
Caliber: Breitling Caliber 32
Diameter: 25.6 mm
Thickness: 4.1 mm
Winder: Automatic, bi-directional with ball bearings
Power reserve: approx. 42 hours
Vibrations: 28,800 vibrations/hour, 4 Hz
Display: hours, minutes, seconds, date, Second time zone
Certification: COSC Certified Chronometer
Case
Material: Stainless steel
Diameter: 41 mm
Thickness: 11 .65 mm
Height (from top to bottom of lugs): 46.86 mm
Water resistance: Up to 3 atm (30 m)
Case: Sapphire crystal dome, anti-reflection coating on both sides
Case back
Indices and hour, minute and GMT hands with Super-LumiNova® luminescent coating
Strap
Alligator leather strap with folding clasp in black or butterfly clasp in stainless steel
or 7-strand stainless steel Navitimer bracelet with butterfly clasp
What is Breitling?
Founded in 1884, the Swiss watch brand ” Breitling ” is known for developing the modern chronograph and pioneering navigation watches for aviation. Today, the brand continues to fuse modern retro design with innovation to create a diverse collection of air, land, and sea-themed timepieces. With more than 150 stores worldwide inspired by industrial lofts, the brand offers a casual yet sustainable luxury watchmaking experience. All movements are COSC-certified chronometers, and as one of the few independent brands that also manufacture their own calibers, they are both traditional and cutting-edge.
