This past April, Breitling released an eye-catching watch; the rainbow colorway edition of the Superocean Heritage ’57. The Superocean evokes feelings of hope and optimism, and it is because of these feelings that Breitling will launch a blue-dial edition, limited to 1000 pieces. Part of the proceeds from watch sales will be donated to charities supporting frontline healthcare workers battling COVID 19. Additionally, Breitling is donating CHF 1000 (1053 USD) for each of the Superocean Limited Edition II watches sold to this cause.
The Superocean Heritage Limited Edition II comes out of Breitling’s Superocean Heritage ’57 capsule collection, inspired by the “laid-back surfing lifestyle of the 1960s.” The collection pays tribute to the original 1957 SuperOcean, which was created to serve as a quintessential tool for professional and military divers, alike. However, due to the classic features and bold design, this dive watch quickly became a favorite among the amateur diver and watch enthusiasts alike. Previously known primarily for aviation watches, the Superocean put Breitling on the map for dive watches. Since the 1950s, the Superocean has become one of the most reliable dive watches on the market.
In 2007, Breitling celebrated the 50th anniversary of this watch with the Heritage Collection, paying tribute to the original 1957 design, complete with the 1950s logo and braided steel bracelet. Ten years later, Breitling retained the iconic design with the Superocean Heritage II while modernizing the model with a shock-resistant ceramic ring and new steel bezel. Today, the Superocean mixes classic design with modern technology, creating a sophisticated timepiece with advanced waterproofing and pressurized technology.
The Superocean Heritage Limited Edition II stands out with pops of color––each hour marker a different color of the rainbow. The 42mm case has oversized hour markers and is powered by the Breitling Caliber 10, a COSC-certified chronometer (Contrôle officiel suisse des chronomètres). The watch can be paired with either a stainless steel bracelet or a vintage inspired brown leather strap. Additionally, the caseback features the words “One of 1000” to mark the limited run of this unique timepiece.
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