Breitling Navitimer 92 Black Dial A30022
The Navitimer 92 is an outlier in the Navitimer timeline in several aspects, as it "shrinks" the design to a much smaller screw-back case with a diameter of only 36.5mm and a 38mm serrated bezel and the sliderule revives the "scientific" functions of the 1940 Chronomat, dropping the typical E6B Flight Computer functions of regular Navitimer. The Navitimer 92 holds a modular chronograph caliber, the Breitling cal. 30, combining an ETA base movement with a chronograph module by Dubois Depraz.
Navitimer 92 has hour and minute counters and "running seconds" in a 6/9/12 layout, and no date display. The chrono sweep hand has a "script B" counterweight.
Dials of the Navitimer 92 come in various colors and lumed arabics indexes. All have red accents on both dial and "sloped" slide rule; logo is "Breitling Wings & Anchor."
Information:
Reference: A30022
Dated: 1994
Dial: Tritium - Black Dial
Hands: Tritium
Bracelet: Stainless Steel Bracelet
Case Size: 38mm x 12.5mm Thickness - Stainless Steel
Lug Width: 20mm
Functions: HMS, Chronograph
Accessories: Breitling travel case, booklets, and warranty papers
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet size: 7.25”
Caliber: Breitling 30 - ETA2892-2 base with Dubois Depraz Module - Running (+2 s/d 276 amp) - serviced by Breitling in 2016
Condition:
The case has light normal micro wear with nothing notable. Bracelet has regular micro wear with no deep scratches of any kind. Hands have no wear. Dial has the slightest wear around the right sub dial. Crystal AR coating has light micro scratches but the actual glass is free of any actual damage. Watch was serviced in 2016 by Breitling and is running (+2s/d 276 amp).
History of Breitling
Breitling, founded in 1884 by Léon Breitling in Switzerland, has a rich history of innovation in watchmaking. The company quickly established itself as a leader in precision timers and chronographs, introducing significant advancements such as the first wrist-worn chronograph with an independent pusher in 1915. Under the leadership of three generations of the Breitling family, the brand became renowned for its aviation timepieces, launching the iconic Navitimer in 1952. Despite challenges from quartz technology in the 1970s, Breitling adapted and continued to innovate, introducing models like the Chronomat and Aerospace that combined traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.
In recent years, Breitling has undergone a strategic repositioning under new ownership and leadership. While honoring its heritage, the brand has embraced modern design, sustainability, and digital innovation. Breitling has restructured its product portfolio around Air, Land, and Sea categories, reintroduced classic collections, and launched eco-friendly initiatives. The company has also ventured into digital realms with blockchain-based watch passports and a subscription service. These efforts have positioned Breitling as a forward-thinking brand that balances its storied past with contemporary consumer needs and values.
