If you’re a fan of the TV series Clarkson’s Farm, you’ll already know that Jeremy Clarkson is a fan of some pretty stylish watches, including the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean. Similarly adept at serving his meaty wrist is the Breitling Avenger Hurricane 12H. The watch emerged in 2017, providing a tasteful alternative to the full-of-testosterone 24-hour Military watch. For those who struggle with that format, the 12H promises a more legible and simpler layout, promising complete user-friendliness. The model also eschews a third-party movement, instead equipping it with the Breitling Calibre 01 Manufacture movement. For those intrigued about what this bold sports watch can offer, read on as we highlight the best features of the Breitling Avenger Hurricane 12H watch and why it deserves a place in your collection if you’re a tool watch lover.
“... the stencil-like numerals emulate cockpit instruments.”
The Breitling Avenger Hurricane 12H is one of the most legendary utilitarian watches of all time and, for that reason, has compelling collector appeal. The example you see here is a horological leviathan, measuring a daring 50mm diameter and featuring a case clad in a conspicuous black Breitlight material that exudes complete stealth. Five times lighter than steel, this scratch-resistant, corrosion-resistant and magnetic-resistant tool has the ability to crave attention due to its rugged and ready-for-action design.
Breitling equips this Avenger with the 4:30 date on a slant, with rider tabs on the unidirectional rotating bezel and a sapphire glass front that provides a clear view into a bright cobra yellow dial. Here, the stencil-like numerals emulate cockpit instruments you’ll likely see in vintage aircraft. The crown has also been manufactured with practicality in mind with its easy-grip design. At the same time, the vertical flanks on the pushers have received a textured motif for superb, easy manipulation under pilot gloves.
As mentioned, the engine inside the Breitling Avenger Hurricane 12H watch is the manufactured Calibre 01, complete with a 70-hour power reserve. It’s an in-house movement with a column-wheel chronograph complication that is also chronometer-certified. It controls a 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock, a central chronograph seconds hand, and a 12-hour totaliser at 12 o’clock.
“The conventional 12H display puts a user-friendly focus on this aviation watch...”
Many collectors are drawn to the masculine, tool-like looks of the Breitling Avenger Hurricane watch because the conventional 12H display puts a user-friendly focus on this aviation watch. The mix of grey and creamy luminescent material in the hands and the Arabic hour markers is a nice accompaniment for the striking cobra yellow dial, while the 4:30 date window and the flashes of red are stark reminders that these watches should be worn and enjoyed as wrist-worn cockpit tools first and foremost. The black rubber “Military” strap augments comfort, while the sheer bulk of the watch’s case benefits from the lightweight properties of Breitling’s proprietary Breitlight material.
This watch wants to get noticed in every sense of the word. But it also makes for a great value proposition, being one of Breitling’s distinctive Cobra yellow designs, blending ergonomics and functionality beautifully together in a very tool-focused way. Everything from low mass to enhanced legibility has been carefully distilled into this design, making it an excellent value proposition and it's on sale here at Charles Martin Watch Company for £3,795 today. To make it yours, call us on 01889 560002 or email us on sales@charlesmartinwatchcompany.com today.
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