Breitling Professional Emergency is not just a watch it is a lifeline that is encased in Swiss accuracy as well as titanium technology. When most luxury timepieces boast of fashion or mechanical skill, the Emergency takes a step further and provides something the world has never seen before; the capability to send a legitimate distress signal to global rescue teams, which can possibly save lives in an emergency.
This is not a watch that one wishes to have just to be elegant. It is a timepiece of pilots flying across deserts, of those at sea sailing across the oceans, of those hikers in the wilderness climbing the high mountains and of the explorers going beyond the boundaries of civilization. It seems a potent tool on the wrist, big and technical and bold, yet its ultimate genius is unnoticed: an impedance-adjustable two-frequency transmitter concealed in the case.
The Emergency does not simply keep time. It provides you with an opportunity to live through it.
Background: From Aviation Tool to Survival Icon
Breitling emerged in 1995 with the Breitling Emergency by itself; it was a pioneer in the horology and aviation industry. It became the first watch in the world with an emergency distress beacon which is unique to the pilots and the adventurers.
The idea was radically new: during a crisis, when an aircraft is shot down in faraway land, or a yacht is missing at sea, or a hike is astray, the wearer could unscrew the antennae coiled into the case and send a signal, on 121.5 MHz, the international aviation emergency signal.
The watch soon turned into a legend, worn by military fliers, rescue operators and extreme adventurers. It has been credited with actual rescues, over the years, such as helicopter crashes in Alaska, and expeditions trapped in Antarctica.
The Emergency II of the modern era takes this idea to the level higher. It is now broadcasted on two bands, 121.5 MHz in homing of the local area and 406 MHz with satellites. The latter is directly related to the Cospas-Sarsat search-and-rescue system around the world and thus making sure that the distress signals are received anywhere on the Earth.
As this has evolved, the Breitling Emergency is no longer viewed as a pilot instrument. It is the final wearable safety net to anyone who is willing to venture forth into the unknown.
Key Features: A Watch That Could Save Your Life
1. Dual-Frequency Emergency Beacon
The Emergency features a miniaturised transmitter unlike any other watchmaking technology.
121.5 MHz: In the case of homing signals, it lets the rescuers lock to the whereabouts of the beacon.
406 MHz: Send a reply to the Cospas-Sarsat satellite system, informing the rescue teams throughout the world of your position.
The beacon can become active for up to 24 hours and cover a distance of up to 90 nautical miles by air.
2. Titanium Case (51mm)
An attractive titanium 51mm case which contains a retractable antennae in the beacon.
It is bold and unashamed in its size and design - this is a survival survival tool rather than a subtle one.
3. COSC-Certified SuperQuartz™ Movement
The Breitling Calibre 76 powered by a thermocompensated SuperQuartz.
Provides a 10 fold accuracy of the common quartz and is reliable even in harsh conditions.
4. Hybrid Professional Functions
Dual analogue-digital display.
1/100th-second chronograph.
Countdown timer.
Alarm.
Second timezone.
Perpetual calendar.
UTC (Coordinated Universal Time).
Night-vision safe backlight for readability in darkness.
5. Rechargeable Battery and Tester
comes equipped with its own charger/tester unit.
The system simultaneously charges the battery and gives wearers the possibility of test the beacon function in complete safety, ensuring complete reliability before expeditions.
6. Rugged Yet Wearable Design
In spite of its size, the titanium case and bracelet (or rubber strap) make it surprisingly easy to handle.
The oversized knurled crown and broad pushers allow even gloves on use, an essential feature for pilots and mountaineers.
Technical Specifications
Movement: Breitling Calibre 76, SuperQuartz™, COSC-certified
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds (analogue + digital), 1/100th-second chronograph, countdown timer, second timezone, alarm, perpetual calendar, UTC
Emergency Beacon: Dual-frequency 121.5 MHz + 406 MHz, Cospas-Sarsat compatible, retractable antennae
Case Material: Titanium
Case Diameter: 51mm
Case Thickness: ~21mm (to house beacon module)
Weight: ~140g on strap, ~210g on bracelet
Crystal: Sapphire, glareproofed both sides
Bezel: Compass-scale bezel
Dial: Available in black, orange, yellow, or blue, with luminous markers
Caseback: Titanium, secured to protect beacon hardware
Water Resistance: 50m (165ft)
Bracelet/Strap: Titanium bracelet or rubber strap
Battery: Rechargeable lithium battery with external charger/tester unit
Certification: COSC chronometer-certified
Why Choose the Breitling Emergency?
1. The Only Watch Designed to Save You
No other luxury watch provides a built-in emergency distress beacon. It's the difference between being stranded without hope and being able to get rescue from anywhere on the planet.
2. A Proven Track Record in Real Rescues
The Emergency is used in real-life operations to rescue pilots, sailors and adventurers. This is not just marketing - it's a watch that makes a difference.
3. Swiss Precision Meets Survival Engineering
It's a combination of a COSC-certified chronometer accuracy and ultra-modern rescue technology. It's as much a professional-grade tool as it is a Swiss luxury watch.
4. Bold, Rugged, and Lightweight
The titanium case maintains a 51mm footprint as surprisingly wearable as it is robust, strong, and purposeful.
5. Peace of Mind on the Wrist
For any kind of explorer, climber, or aviator, the Emergency isn't just an accessory. It's psychological reassurance: the knowledge that you're never really alone, no matter how remote your surroundings.
6. Iconic Collectibility
As one of the most exceptional watches in the world, it has a place in the history of horology and that of survival. The ownership of one is like owning a piece of aviation and adventure lore.
Final Thoughts: The Lifeline Watch
The Breitling Professional Emergency is simply unique. It's part digital watch, part beacon, part legend, combining the finest of technology with the adventurous spirit of the Professional family.
It has already been shown to save lives in deserts, oceans and mountains. It's a serious instrument for serious adventurers, a watch that's as much about survival as it is style.
For collectors, it is one of the most iconic watches in the recent history. For professionals, it is the professional's ultimate tool. For explorers it is tranquility of mind.
This is not just a watch. This is Breitling's guarantee of endurance and survival - a watch that might one day buy you more time.
Note
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