Pre-owned Breitling Navitimer: UK prices and what to check
The Navitimer is Breitling's pilot's chronograph with a circular slide rule around the dial for flight calculations. Buying one pre-owned in the UK is safest through a marketplace with escrow and authentication; below are the references, what to check on this model, and where to look.
Updated 6 Nov 2026. Watches aren't investments; prices fall as well as rise.
New vs pre-owned
We don't have a checked UK list price for this model yet; an authorised dealer can tell you today's.
UK pre-owned price index coming soon.
Why people buy it
The Navitimer is Breitling's pilot's chronograph with a circular slide rule around the dial for flight calculations. Its busy dial is instantly recognisable.
What to check on a pre-owned Navitimer
- Movement: newer Navitimers use Breitling's in-house B01; older ones use other movements. Check the calibre against the reference.
- Slide rule: the bezel should turn smoothly both ways and the scale should line up with the dial.
- Chronograph: start, stop and reset should all work crisply.
- Dial: there are many variants; check it matches the reference.
- Bracelet or strap: check stretch on the bracelet or wear on leather.
- Papers: Breitling warranty card, box and service history.
More on buying safely: our pre-owned guide.
Where to buy
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Questions
How much is a pre-owned Breitling Navitimer in the UK?
It depends on the reference, condition, and whether it has its box and papers. We're building a UK pre-owned price index from authenticated listings; until then, compare like-for-like listings on Chrono24 and eBay's Authenticity Guarantee.
Is it safe to buy a Breitling Navitimer pre-owned?
It can be, if you buy from an authorised pre-owned programme, an established dealer, or a marketplace that holds your money in escrow and authenticates the watch. Check the serial against the papers, ask for service history, and never pay a stranger by bank transfer.
What should I check before buying a used Navitimer?
Movement: newer Navitimers use Breitling's in-house B01; older ones use other movements. Check the calibre against the reference. Slide rule: the bezel should turn smoothly both ways and the scale should line up with the dial. Chronograph: start, stop and reset should all work crisply.
Does a pre-owned Breitling Navitimer hold its value?
Some models have sold above their new price for long spells, but watches aren't investments: prices fall as well as rise. Buy one because you want to wear it.