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Breitling Avenger vs Breitling Chronomat

Side-by-side comparison of specifications and features

BreitlingAvenger
Breitling Chronomat — Black dial, steel case
BreitlingChronomat

Key Differences

Best Value
Breitling Avenger (Ref. A17318)
Starting from $4,175
Best Water Resistance
Breitling Avenger (Ref. A17318)
300m (3x more)

See Both Watches on Your Wrist

Compare visual case presence and physical footprint on one shared wrist. Measure your top-down wrist width for a stronger result; lug-to-lug is used when the catalog has it.

Medium (6.7″)

Estimated top width: 56.7 mm

Preliminary range: 54.761.8 mm.

Wrist side

Left and right measurements are saved separately on this device.

Watch A

Breitling Avenger

Round · 43mm

Visual presence

Bold

Case covers 76% of your modeled wrist width.

Physical footprint

Near the edge

Estimated clearance: 3.6 mm per side.

Case: 43mmBand width est.: 22mm
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Watch B

Breitling Chronomat

Round · 32mm · 39.4mm lug-to-lug

Visual presence

Moderate

Case covers 56% of your modeled wrist width.

Physical footprint

Clear space

Estimated clearance: 8.6 mm per side.

Case: 32mmLug-to-lug: 39.4mmBand width est.: 16mm
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Proportional guide only: visual presence and physical footprint do not predict comfort. Weight, thickness, caseback shape, rigid lugs, strap stiffness, wrist-bone prominence, wearing tension, bezel design, and case curvature change how a watch actually wears.

Price Comparison

Breitling Avenger
MSRP
$7,000
New
$4,175
Used
$2,850
Breitling Chronomat
MSRP
$7,000
New
$4,471
Used
$2,868
MSRP New (Amazon) Used (eBay)

Side-by-Side Specs

Start with the specifications that meaningfully differ. Expand the complete table for reference details and missing-data context.

Specification differences for Breitling Avenger, Breitling Chronomat
Specification
Avenger
Chronomat
Pricing
New PriceAvenger is $295.7 less based on the current snapshot$4,175$4,471
Used Price (Low)Avenger is $18 less at the low end$2,850$2,868
Used Price (High)$4,958$15,593
30-Day Trend+6.9%+6.5%
Used Price Range$2,850 - $4,958$2,868 - $15,593
Identity
StyleTool, SportsSports, Luxury
Dimensions
DiameterChronomat is 11mm smaller43mm32mm
Movement
MovementAutomaticQuartz
Case
Water ResistanceAvenger adds 200m water resistance300m (diving)100m (recreational diving)
Dial
Dial ColorBlack/BlueBlack
6 specifications both watches share
MSRP$7,000
ThicknessN/A
Case MaterialStainless Steel
CrystalSapphire Crystal
BezelFixed
Luminous Included

1 field is excluded from the differences view because one watch lacks comparable data. Use “All specs” to inspect those gaps.

Which Should You Buy?

Breitling Avenger and Breitling Chronomat can look close on a spec sheet, yet the tradeoffs that matter most are usually mechanical feel versus low-maintenance convenience, wrist presence versus easier fit, water-ready utility versus dressier everyday wear. They both touch the sports use case, so smaller spec differences can matter more than brand preference.

Bottom line

Fit is a real separator here — compare case width and lug-to-lug before deciding, especially if wrist comfort matters more than headline features. Choose Breitling Avenger if you prefer more dial presence and a larger case feel; choose Breitling Chronomat if you want a smaller case footprint on the wrist.

Choose Breitling Avenger when

Breitling Avenger is a better fit for buyers who want more wrist presence, mechanical-watch enthusiasts, tool styling.

Choose Breitling Chronomat when

Breitling Chronomat is a better fit for smaller wrists, low-maintenance daily wear, sports styling.

Key Differences

Movement and upkeep

Breitling Avenger: automatic movement

Breitling Chronomat: quartz movement

Breitling Avenger uses a automatic movement, while Breitling Chronomat uses a quartz movement — that changes day-to-day ownership, upkeep, and the overall feel on the wrist.

Size and wearability

Breitling Avenger: 43mm

Breitling Chronomat: 32mm · L2L 39.4mm

Fit is a real separator here — compare case width and lug-to-lug before deciding, especially if wrist comfort matters more than headline features.

Water resistance

Breitling Avenger: 300m

Breitling Chronomat: 100m

Water resistance is a meaningful separator here — the higher-rated option gives more flexibility for swimming or rougher daily use.

Price and value

Breitling Avenger: $4,175

Breitling Chronomat: $4,471

These two often land in a similar price band — which usually means fit, features, and current deal quality matter more than the sticker price.

Style and use case

Breitling Avenger: tool

Breitling Chronomat: sports

Breitling Avenger leans more tool, while Breitling Chronomat pulls toward sports use case — pick the one that matches how you will actually wear it.

Crystal and materials

Breitling Avenger: sapphire crystal · steel

Breitling Chronomat: sapphire crystal · steel

Materials are broadly similar, so finish, fit, and price will matter more than the materials list alone.

Choose Breitling Avenger If...

  • You prefer more dial presence and a larger case feel.
  • You prefer a mechanical watch experience and do not mind more upkeep.
  • Swimming, beach use, or tougher daily wear is part of the plan.

Choose Breitling Chronomat If...

  • You want a smaller case footprint on the wrist.
  • You want a lower-maintenance daily watch.
  • You are specifically shopping for a sports style watch.

Price and Value Notes

Breitling Avenger usually offers the lower entry price — confirm current listings because marketplace pricing can move quickly.

These two often land in a similar price band — which usually means fit, features, and current deal quality matter more than the sticker price.

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Breitling Avenger

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Breitling Chronomat

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Comparison FAQ

Which movement is easier to live with day to day?

Quartz and solar models are usually easier for grab-and-go use, while automatic and manual watches appeal more to buyers who enjoy the mechanical side of watch ownership.

Which one is better for smaller wrists?

Breitling Chronomat — it is 32mm wide versus 43mm.

Which is better for swimming or rough daily wear?

Breitling Avenger — it is rated 300m versus 100m. Both are in the same broad bracket, so treat this as a tiebreaker rather than a deciding factor.

Is the more expensive one worth it?

Breitling Avenger is the value pick at roughly $296 less. Pay more only if a specific difference above matters to you — otherwise the cheaper one is the smarter buy. Confirm live listings, since marketplace pricing moves.

Evidence & Method

How we compared these watches

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  • Catalog specifications are normalized into the same units before differences are calculated.
  • The verdict uses only populated fields and the source-backed observations listed here.
  • Missing evidence reduces the depth of the conclusion instead of being filled with assumptions.

This page currently relies on normalized catalog fields and calculated differences. No external reviewer observation is used in its verdict.

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