Completing the second Breitling double on Watch of the Week is the elegantly designed Breitling Colt 33 watch. Specifically designed by Breitling for the female market, this stylish timepiece is an unequivocal melding of sporting distinction, exceptional technology and feminine sophistication. The unique shape has been inspired by the barrel of the iconic Colt handgun, and the watch exudes the same sense of form and functionality as this historic firearm.
Possessing a 33mm diameter and weighing just over 49 grams, the 11.60 mm thick Colt 33 is far smaller than many of its competitors, yet it loses none of the characteristic detail and performance that people have come to expect from Breitling’s array of quality watches. The Colt 33 stands alone amid the ranks of ladies’ watches, being equipped with a securely screw locked crown and case that effortlessly retains water resistance to depths of 500 meters (1.650 feet). To further cement this watches status as a genuine diving aid, the custom painted hour markers are scattered with minute flecks of Superluminova, and the luminously amplified hands are perfectly capable of displaying the time even within poorly lit waters.
The Colt 33 is smoothly driven by the eminently precise Caliber 77 SuperQuartzTM movement, a refined development in the manufacture of chronometers that is fully certified by the COSC. An evolution of the historic ETA Thermoline 965.652, this thermocompensated mechanism allows levels of accuracy that are up to ten times more exacting than an archetypal quartz engine, and this is ably supported by a battery life of 3-4 years. The unassuming practicality of the Breitling Colt 33 doesn’t prevent this watch from making a striking aesthetic impression either, as Breitling have provided a satin brushed unidirectional bezel that can be optionally enhanced with a sparkling spray of diamonds.
The distinctive dial of the Colt 33 comes in a selection of shades, with the available black, blue and silver options serving to perfectly mirror the water that the watch has been so ideally crafted to operate within. The trio of larger numerals upon the dial are exclusively created with a flowing contour design that immaculately increases the presence of the remaining hour markers upon their deftly patterned backdrop. Offering all the classic appeal of a three handed dial whilst delicately enhancing the aesthetics using a date aperture that lies at 3 o’clock, the finely crafted Breitling scratch-resistant sapphire crystal is entirely glare proofed, and thus capable of withstanding the most dazzling of aquatic reflections.
To further complement the selection of individual features that Breitling have provided to accentuate the undisputable individuality of the Colt 33, a lavish choice of  natural Sahara leather straps are also available in a range of colours including red, white, orange, black and even a playful shade of feminine pink. Breitling have also not sacrificed the overall appearance of the watch by providing these subtle touches to indulge your preferences, as the range of colour accents available for the dial and hour markers are optimally selected to harmonize with your choice of strap. The timepiece can also be mounted on an ageless triple link bracelet, meaning that no Colt 33 wearer need ever allow their unique tastes to be compromised.
The Breitling Colt 33 can be yours to own today for a series of £83.25 payments over a 24 month period, alongside an initial 10% deposit. A selection of additional Breitling watches are also available from Banks Lyon, so do not hesitate to call us on 01524 38 48 58 for further information.
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