The Breitling Premier Automatic Day & Date 40, Ref. A45340241B1A1. This piece is part of Breitling’s modern revival of the Premier line, originally introduced in the 1940s by Willy Breitling as a collection dedicated not to aviation or diving, but to style and elegance. Today, the Premier Day & Date 40 honors that vision with a polished 40 mm stainless steel case, finely brushed and beveled, paired with a deep black dial that offers a restrained yet confident presence on the wrist.
What sets this watch apart is its balanced layout: a day window at 12 o’clock and a date display at 6, arranged in perfect vertical symmetry. The rose gold-tone hands and hour markers add a touch of warmth against the black dial, while Super‑LumiNova accents ensure legibility when the lights dim. Inside, the watch is powered by Breitling’s Caliber 45, a COSC-certified automatic movement with a 38-hour power reserve—steady, precise, and true to Breitling’s chronometer standards.
But beyond the specs, what makes the Premier Day & Date quietly remarkable is its refusal to follow trends. It doesn’t need oversized cases or racing bezels to command respect. Instead, it offers something more timeless: clarity, proportion, and polish. It’s the kind of watch that fits just as well beneath a cuff as it does with rolled-up sleeves. We curate it because it reflects what a true modern classic should be—practical, refined, and elegant without effort. In a world that often confuses loudness with presence, the Premier Day & Date stands as a refreshing reminder: real style speaks softly.
Model – Premier
Reference – A45340241B1A1
Year – 2022
Size – 40mm
Dial – Black
Case Material – Steel
Bracelet Material – Steel
Movement – Automatic
Power Reserve – 38hrs
Water resistance – 100m
Condition – 9.5/10
Accs – Full Set
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