[Watch Recommendation] For watch enthusiasts who pay attention to chronographs, I believe everyone is familiar with the flyback chronograph. The so-called “flyback” function, simply put, allows you to instantly reset and restart the timing function by pressing the timing button once. Compared to the traditional chronograph that requires three repetitive operations to complete, the “flyback” function is more convenient, quick, and accurate. In today’s article, we will introduce three high-end flyback chronograph watches currently on sale.
Glashütte Original Original Vintage Series 1-37-02-13-02-70
Product Model: 1-37-02-13-02-70
Domestic Price: ￥124,000
Watch Diameter: 40 x 40 millimeters
Case Thickness: 14.10 millimeters
Movement Type: Automatic mechanical
Movement Model: Calibre 37-02
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Water Resistance: 100 meters
Watch Details: http://www.xbiao.com/glashutte/97822/
Watch Review: In 2023, Glashütte Original launched two new 1970s big date chronograph watches. The most surprising aspect of the new product is the color of the dial. The brand drew inspiration from the colorful colors of the 1970s, and the “Sea Breeze Blue” model in front of us is one of them. The watch features a 40x40mm stainless steel case with rounded square shape, which is the iconic design of this series. The 30-minute chronograph sub-dial is located at the 3 o’clock position, the small seconds sub-dial and power reserve display are located at the 9 o’clock position, and the 12-hour chronograph sub-dial is displayed with Arabic numerals at the 12 o’clock position. The brand’s classic big date is displayed at the 6 o’clock position. The watch is equipped with the brand’s original Calibre 37-02 automatic winding movement, which is equipped with stop-seconds and flyback chronograph functions, and provides 70 hours of power reserve. The watch is available in rubber strap and stainless steel bracelet options. Water resistant to 100 meters.
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Series 5200-1210-NAGA
Product Model: 5200-1210-NAGA
Domestic Price: ￥124,000
Watch Diameter: 43 millimeters
Case Thickness: 14.9 millimeters
Movement Type: Automatic mechanical
Movement Model: F385
Case Material: Grade 5 Titanium Alloy
Water Resistance: 300 meters
Watch Details: http://www.xbiao.com/blancpain/94707/
Watch Review: In the past decade, flyback chronograph has become the flagship function of Blancpain Fifty Fathoms series diving watches. The watch in front of us was launched by Blancpain in 2022. With a diameter of 43 millimeters, the watch is made of grade 5 titanium alloy, which has stronger corrosion resistance compared to “standard” titanium alloy. The gray dial with sunray decoration is paired with snail-shaped sub-dials, creating a visual depth effect and contrast. The 30-minute chronograph sub-dial is located at the 3 o’clock position, the 12-hour chronograph sub-dial is located at the 9 o’clock position, and the small seconds sub-dial is located at the 6 o’clock position. In addition, the ceramic insert unidirectional rotating bezel is a major characteristic of modern diving watches. As the highlight, the watch is equipped with Blancpain’s self-made F385 flyback chronograph movement, this movement adopts a vertical clutch design, thereby improving stability. The frequency of the movement reaches 5 Hz, and it also has a great advantage in timing accuracy. The F385 flyback chronograph movement has a power reserve of 50 hours. The watch comes with a gray NATO strap, which echoes the color of the dial. Water resistant to 300 meters.
Breguet TYPE XX – XXI – XXII Series 2067ST/92/3WU
Product Model: 2067ST/92/3WU
Domestic Price: ￥137,400
Watch Diameter: 42 millimeters
Case Thickness: 14.1 millimeters
Movement Type: Automatic mechanical
Movement Model: 728
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Water Resistance: 100 meters
Watch Details: http://www.xbiao.com/breguet/97236/
Watch Review: In 2023, Breguet’s brand new Type XX series watches made a strong comeback to the public’s attention. The watches are available in “military” and “civilian” versions, and the watch in front of us is the civilian version 2067. The watch features a 42 millimeter stainless steel case with a scalloped bidirectional rotating bezel with scale and a straight crown. The black dial is designed with three sub-dials, each with a different diameter. The 15-minute chronograph sub-dial is located at the 3 o’clock position, the 12-hour chronograph sub-dial is located at the 6 o’clock position, and the small seconds sub-dial is located at the 9 o’clock position. The watch is equipped with the Breguet 728 automatic mechanical movement, which incorporates various design features of contemporary chronographs, such as column wheel, vertical clutch, and 5 Hz frequency… Of course, there is also the protagonist of today—the flyback function. The 728 automatic movement has a power reserve of 60 hours. The watch comes with a brown calf leather strap and a black NATO strap. Water resistant to 100 meters.
Summary: Many modern chronographs are paying more and more attention to the practical function of “flyback”. If you happen to be interested in flyback chronographs and have a budget of around 100,000 to 150,000 yuan, you may consider the above three watches. If you have better recommendations, you are also welcome to share them with us in the comments. (Photo/Text: Zhang Dalu)
