Encyclopedia / Breitling / Premier B01 Chronograph 42
Current deal · verified Oct 19, 2026, 10:28 PM ET
$5,580 List $10,150
Save $4,570 (45%) · new · WatchMaxx
Ref. AB0145221B1A1 · Usually ships in 1 to 2 business days.
Brand new from WatchMaxx, a grey-market (non-authorized) dealer, so expect the store's warranty rather than the brand's. Also checked: Jomashop $6,350 (10:23 PM ET). 'List' is the retail figure the dealer displays; I could not confirm it on the brand's own US site. Prices change fast; check the store before you buy.
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WatchMaxx | new | Yes* | $5,580 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | new | Yes | $5,801 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Jomashop | new | Yes* | $6,350 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. AB0145221B1A1, cheapest new and cheapest pre-owned with box and papers per store, sorted low to high and checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Buy-now listings only. Pre-owned listings are shown only when the listing states box and papers. * New from a grey-market dealer: comes boxed, but the warranty card may be the dealer's rather than the brand's. Chrono24 rows are individual third-party marketplace sellers. Prices change fast; confirm with the store.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| List price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx | $10,150 | jomashop.com |
| New at WatchMaxx | $5,580 | WatchMaxx |
| New at Jomashop | $6,350 | Jomashop |
| Pre-owned (Chrono24 asks) | about $5,150 – $8,250 (median ~$6,250, 60 listings sampled) | Chrono24 |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (about 60 listings, used and some unworn), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| AB0145221B1A1 | Premier B01 Chronograph 42 Automatic Black Dial Men's Watch | $10,150 |
Which one I'd pick
Which one: I priced AB0145221B1A1 (black dial, $10,150 list). Other dial colours had similar list prices at Jomashop.
What to check before you buy
- Warranty: grey-market new watches usually carry the dealer's warranty, not the brand's. Ask which one you get and whether the brand's warranty card is included.
- Exact reference: dial colour, size and strap change the price. Match the full ref (AB0145221B1A1) before comparing deals.
- Fakes and red flags: be wary of prices far below the ranges above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, serial and papers.
Alternatives worth a look
- Breitling Chronomat B01 42: The same movement in Breitling's sport chrono. (42 mm stainless steel, Breitling Manufacture Calibre 01, retail $9,550)
- Tudor Black Bay Chrono: B01-based chrono from Tudor. (41 mm Stainless Steel, Tudor Calibre MT5813, retail $5,950 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx))
- Omega Speedmaster '57: Hand-wound co-axial chrono. (40.5 mm Stainless Steel, Omega Calibre 9906, retail $10,700 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx))
History
Breitling was founded by Léon Breitling in Saint-Imier in 1884, and is best known for aviation (Navitimer) and diving (Superocean) watches.
Breitling developed the B01 self-winding column-wheel chronograph movement in 2009.
The Premier B01 Chronograph 42 AB0145221B1A1 checked here has a black dial, per WatchMaxx and Jomashop.
Specifications
| Brand | Breitling |
|---|---|
| Model | Premier B01 Chronograph 42 |
| Key references | AB0145221B1A1 |
| Launch year | Not confirmed |
| Case | 42 mm Stainless Steel |
| Thickness | 13.6 mm |
| Band width | 22 mm |
| Crystal | Scratch Resistant Sapphire |
| Caseback | Transparent See Through |
| Bezel | Fixed |
| Bezel material | Stainless Steel |
| Dial | Black |
| Strap/bracelet | Stainless Steel |
| Functions | Chronograph, Date, Hour, Minute, Second |
| Movement | Breitling Calibre B01, automatic |
| Power reserve | About 70 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $10,150 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx) |
Specs from the retailer (Jomashop/WatchMaxx) or brand product page linked above for the main reference; see our research notes for which. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- Breitling B01 chronograph
- 42 mm case
- Black dial
FAQ
How much is the Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42?
List price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx: $10,150. New, the best verified price was $5,580 at WatchMaxx (checked Oct 19, 2026, 10:28 PM ET). Pre-owned asks on Chrono24 mostly ran $5,150 to $8,250.
What movement does the Premier B01 Chronograph 42 use?
The AB0145221B1A1 checked here uses the Breitling Calibre B01 (automatic) with about 70 hours of power reserve.
How big is the Premier B01 Chronograph 42?
42 mm Stainless Steel, 13.6 mm thick.
Is the Premier B01 Chronograph 42 water resistant?
Yes, it's rated to 100 m.
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