Encyclopedia / Breitling / Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic 42
Current deal · verified Oct 19, 2026, 10:06 PM ET
$4,588 Retail $6,100
Save $1,512 (25%) · new · WatchMaxx
Ref. AB2010121B1A1 (black, steel bracelet) · Available to order; WatchMaxx says it usually ships in 2 to 4 weeks
Brand new from a grey-market dealer; the warranty may be WatchMaxx's rather than Breitling's. Jomashop listed it at $4,750 but out of stock (10:08 PM ET). 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* | $4,588 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | new | Not stated | $6,040 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. AB2010121B1A1, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Breitling US retail | $6,100 | breitling.com |
| Grey-market new | $4,588 WatchMaxx · $4,750 Jomashop (out of stock) | watchmaxx.com / jomashop.com |
| Pre-owned | about $3,800 – $5,200 (median ~$4,550) | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| AB2010121B1A1 | 42 mm steel, black dial and bezel, steel bracelet, Breitling B20 | $6,100 |
Which one I'd pick
New vs pre-owned: new at $4,588 is close to the pre-owned median ($4,550). New with a fresh warranty is the better buy.
Ref check: prices here are for the black dial on the steel bracelet (AB2010121B1A1). Other dials and straps have different refs and prices.
What to check before you buy
- Box and papers: a brand warranty card matters for resale. Grey-market new watches may carry the dealer's warranty instead of the brand's, so ask which one you're getting.
- Thickness: at 14.35 mm it sits tall on the wrist. Try one on if you can.
- Fakes and red flags: avoid prices far below the grey-market numbers above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, clasp and warranty card.
Alternatives worth a look
- Omega Seamaster Diver 300M: The ceramic Bond diver, also below retail. (42 mm stainless steel, Calibre 8800, retail $6,700 (steel bracelet; blue .03.001 or black .01.001))
- Tudor Black Bay 58: Vintage-style 39 mm diver. (39 mm stainless steel, Calibre MT5400-U, retail From $4,975 (rubber); $5,225–$5,350 on bracelet)
- Oris Aquis Date Calibre 400: Swiss diver with a 5-day movement. (41.5 mm stainless steel, Oris Calibre 400, retail $3,900 (Oris US))
History
Breitling's original Superocean appeared in 1957 as a 200 m dive watch, in a time-only ref. 1004 and a chronograph ref. 807.
The Superocean Heritage brought that vintage design back in 2007 for the line's 50th anniversary.
The current Heritage B20 Automatic 42 is 14.35 mm thick, rated to 200 m and powered by the Breitling B20 manufacture movement with about 70 hours of power reserve.
Specifications
| Brand | Breitling |
|---|---|
| Model | Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic 42 |
| Key references | AB2010121B1A1 |
| Launch year | 1957 (Superocean) |
| Case | 42 mm stainless steel |
| Thickness | 14.35 mm |
| Lug width | 22 mm |
| Bezel | Unidirectional ratcheted rotating bezel |
| Crystal | Cambered sapphire, glareproofed both sides |
| Movement | Breitling Calibre B20, automatic |
| Power reserve | 70 hours |
| Water resistance | 200 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $6,100 (AB2010121B1A1, black, steel bracelet) |
Specs from the brand's official product page for the main reference. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- Mesh bracelet option
- Ceramic bezel
- Date display
FAQ
How much is a Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 42?
Breitling's US site lists the AB2010121B1A1 at $6,100 (checked Oct 19, 2026). It was $4,588 new at WatchMaxx, and pre-owned asking prices on Chrono24 mostly ran about $3,800 to $5,200.
When was the original Superocean released?
In 1957, as a 200 m dive watch.
What movement is in the Superocean Heritage B20?
The Breitling B20 manufacture movement, self-winding, with about 70 hours of power reserve.
How water resistant is it?
200 m (20 bar), per Breitling.
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