Breitling Honors Jazz Legend Miles Davis By Bringing Back His Iconic Navitimer Watch
Luxury watchmaker Breitling pays tribute to the centennial of jazz icon Miles Davis with a Navitimer inspired by the one he famously wore.
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The musical legacy of Miles Davis saw him at the forefront of many pioneering jazz eras, from bebop and third stream to modal and especially jazz fusion. 2026 marks the late icon’s centennial year, and luxury watchmaker Breitling decided to make it a memorable occasion with a tribute that highlights a signature staple to his real-life style.
Inspired by the Navitimer ref. 806 Mk5 worn by Davis in the 1960s, Breitling has rereleased the timepiece as the limited edition Navitimer B09 Chronograph 41.
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The updated model combines the best elements from the past with a few updated specs to keep things fresh. Mainstay features include the hand-wound Breitling Manufacture Caliber B09 and the same 41 mm case diameter as the original. Rounding out the retro appeal is the monochrome reverse-panda dial, vintage-inspired Super-LumiNova® indexes in cream and the classic Breitling “Twin Jet” logo in place to reflect the era. Modernized craftsmanship and the reissue of its Air Racer stainless-steel bracelet as an alternate option to the calf-leather strap really add to the luxe appeal overall. With a water resistance up to 3 bars (30 meters/99 ft), cambered sapphire glass that comes glareproofed on both sides, 70-hour power reserve and special “One of 500” engraving, the premium appeal comes aplenty.
As a bonus incentive, purchases of the watch also come with a two-year membership to the upcoming Breitling Social Club in Williamsburg, New York, set to arrive in 2027 with top level hospitality and exclusive experiences for collectors. An even more exclusive lifetime membership is available to those who purchase the “Lifetime Club Member Set,” offering three different Navitimer models that include stainless steel with a brown strap, 18k yellow gold with a black strap and platinum with a blue strap. Bringing the Miles Davis tribute full circle, the presentation box is directly inspired by a traditional trumpet case, complimented further by a miniature red trumpet and blue interior to signify his classic 1959 LP, Kind Of Blue. No to mention, it arrives with perfect timing – no pun intended! — in tandem with the anniversary of his 1958 album, Milestones.
Purchase the Breitling Navitimer B09 Chronograph 41 Tribute to Miles Davis watch right now online and in-store by appointment to get your hands on this limited edition collectors item. Get a closer look at the calfskin leather strap and stainless-steel bracelet options below:
