Superocean Automatic 42 UK Limited Edition

Back in the 1960s, scuba diving was the new frontier, and timing meant everything underwater. Breitling answered with a watch designed to do one thing perfectly: keep divers safe. Stripped of distractions, the Superocean Slow Motion featured clean lines, oversized luminescent indexes, squared-off hands, and a high-contrast dial, maximum legibility at a glance.

Practical, yes. But what captured hearts was its bold, iconic look. The new Superocean revives those celebrated design codes with modern upgrades. A scratch-resistant ceramic-inlay bezel, vibrant dial colours, and broad hands with a rainbow gradient of Super-LumiNova® bring both clarity and character.

Built for the sea, it’s water-resistant to 300 m (1,000 ft) and engineered to resist shocks, sand, and saltwater. The bronze edition uses a special corrosion-resistant alloy that develops a subtle patina over time, making each watch uniquely yours. A rubber strap with a folding clasp offers micro-adjustments of up to 15 mm, perfect for slipping over a wetsuit or adjusting on the go. And for safety, the bezel remains uni-directional.

Best of all, this watch goes far beyond diving. Surf with it, swim with it, wear it to the beach bar, then take it out to dinner. The Superocean Automatic 42 blends the nostalgia of its heritage with a fresh, contemporary edge, ready for anything above or below the waves.