Reinventing History - This month, we take a look at two legendary collections

This month, we take a look at two legendary collections being reinvented by Breitling and Tag Heuer, as both brands hark back on their lineage to create new timepieces. Known as the Mosquito Night Fighter after the all-black plane that flew for night raids in the second world war

By Ishan Raghava | on June 7, 2023 Follow us on Autox Google News

Breitling Super AVI GMT 46

Known as the Mosquito Night Fighter after the all-black plane that flew for night raids in the second world war, the AVI GMT is made in its traditional 46mm case, which means it’s not suited for all wrists, but looks quite arresting with its all-black look contrasting nicely with the white hands for great visibility.

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Breitling Classic AVI Corsair

This watch is a reference to F4U Corsair aircraft and features a nice blue dial with a contrasting black strap and is also available with a steel bracelet. Since the 46mm size of the Super AVI is not for everyone, this version is offered in a much more wearable 42mm size. 

Breitling Classic AVI Mustang

The steel version of the Mustang differs slightly from its gold cousin, featuring a black dial with brown markings, still making for a very good looking piece at a much more affordable price point. 

Breitling Classic AVI Curtiss Warhawk 

Also a 42mm edition, this watch is dedicated to the Curtiss Warhawk airplane. It features a military inspired olive dial and is available with either a brown leather strap, or a steel bracelet. Powered by the brand’s in-house Calibre 23, it features a power reserve of 48 hours. 

Breitling Classic AVI Mustang 

No, this one is not names after the Ford Mustang, but rather the very famous P-51 Mustang fighter aircraft that played a key role in the second world war. This one is finished in 18K red gold and is available with both leather and red gold strap options.

Tag Heuer Monaco “Racing Red”

The Racing Red edition of the Monaco nods to the racing DNA of the TAG Heuer Monaco, with the colour red often referencing the racing sparks made on the tracks. The black and silver touches are especially noticeable on the dial, along with the red column wheel and red engravings being visible on the oscillating mass, which completes the racing-inspired feel.

Tag Heuer Monaco “Turquoise” 

The third and final piece of the collection, the Turquoise piece round-offs the collection, offering a fresh and avant-garde take on TAG Heuer's Monaco design. The engaging turquoise, a little nod to Monaco's coastline and the red color can be seen specifically on the dial, with the turquoise also being sported on the column wheel and on the engravings of the oscillating mass - which makes this watch definitelv stand out from other iconic timepieces. All three of the pieces are powered by the watchmaker’s in-house Heuer 02 automatic movement. 

Tag Heuer Monaco “Original Blue”

Each Tag Heuer Monaco skeleton dial piece boasts of unqiue history. The "Original Blue" gets inspiration from the first-ever TAG Heuer Monaco which featured a blue dial. The dial features blue and red colours, along with the blue on the column wheel and the oscillating mass engravings - an overall design paying homage to the TAG Heuer Monaco 1969 and its original success.

Tag Heuer Monaco Racing Red Tag Heuer Monaco Turquoise Tag Heuer Monaco Original Blue

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