The Breitling Professional Emergency is more than just a watch : it's a lifesaving tool designed for emergency situations. By combining cutting-edge technology with the robustness and precision expected of a Breitling watch, the Emergency model has become a benchmark for professionals and adventurers operating in the most extreme environments. On the occasion of the brand's 140th anniversary, let's discover why the Breitling Professional Emergency is so much more than just a watch, and why it continues to win over adventurers the world over.

Breitling Emergency : a watch designed to save lives

First launched in 1995, the Breitling Emergency was the world's first watch with an integrated distress transmitter. This locator beacon device enables users - whether pilots, navigators or adventurers - to send out an alert signal in the event of an emergency. The Breitling Emergency was quickly adopted by professionals operating in extreme environments, including military pilots and sailors, becoming an iconic watch for those whose lives may depend on a distress signal.

In 2013, Breitling reached a new milestone with the Breitling Emergency II, featuring a dual-frequency transmitter capable of sending a distress signal on the international emergency frequency (121.5 MHz) as well as on the 406 MHz frequency used for search and rescue satellites. This technological breakthrough enables faster and more accurate location of people in distress, reinforcing the watch's crucial role in survival situations.

Robust, functional design for extreme environments

The Breitling Professional Emergency is specially designed to withstand the harshest conditions. Its ultra-light titanium case offers exceptional resistance to shocks and extreme temperatures, while ensuring optimum comfort on the wrist. Titanium, the material of choice in the aerospace industry, guarantees the watch's unfailing robustness, while reducing its weight.

With its 51 mm diameter, the Emergency has an imposing presence, but one that is necessary to house the complex technology it contains. Its size also ensures optimum legibility of its dial, where the hands and indexes are coated with Super-LumiNova, guaranteeing excellent visibility even in low-light conditions. The anti-reflective sapphire crystal is exceptionally resistant to scratches, allowing clear reading in all circumstances, whether in direct sunlight or in a darker environment.

The unidirectional bezel design, screwed pushers and crown ensure easy handling, even when wearing gloves, which is essential for users operating in extreme environments such as pilots or rescue teams. The watch is also water-resistant to 50 meters, adding to its versatility and robustness.

The dual-frequency transmitter : a salutary innovation

The real innovation of the Breitling Professional Emergency lies in its dual-frequency transmitter, which sets it apart from all other watches on the market. This system emits a distress signal on two distinct frequencies : 121.5 MHz, used for traditional beacons, and 406 MHz, compatible with the satellites of Cospas-Sarsat, a satellite network dedicated to worldwide search and rescue.

In an emergency, the wearer can deploy the built-in antenna to activate the distress signal. This signal is picked up by satellites and rescue centers around the world, enabling the person in distress to be located quickly and accurately. Thanks to this innovation, the Breitling Emergency has already saved many lives, whether at sea, in the mountains or in other isolated environments.

The watch is also equipped with a test system to check that the transmitter is working properly, ensuring that users can trust their equipment when they need it most.

A SuperQuartz™ movement : precision at the heart of the action

Like all watches in the Breitling Professional collection, the Emergency features a thermocompensated SuperQuartz™ movement, ten times more precise than a standard quartz movement. This technology guarantees exceptional precision, even in environments where temperature variations could alter the operation of other types of watches.

The movement powers a full range of functions, including chronograph, countdown timer, two time zones, perpetual calendar and audible alarm. These features are accessed via the rotating crown, offering ease of use for professionals in emergency situations.

A watch for adventurers and professionals alike

The Breitling Professional Emergency is more than a watch : it's a survival instrument. It is designed for adventurers, pilots, navigators and all those who operate in environments where a reliable rescue tool can make the difference between life and death. Whether you're exploring remote areas, making transcontinental flights or taking part in rescue missions, this watch is an invaluable ally.

Its robust design and advanced functionalities also make it perfect for everyday use, whether in the city or in more demanding conditions. What's more, its innovative character and role as a rescue watch give it an aura of prestige unique in the world of luxury watchmaking.

Why choose Auberi to buy your Breitling Professional Emergency ?

Buying a watch like the Breitling Professional Emergency is an investment in high-tech equipment designed to save lives. At Auberi, we understand the importance of this purchase, and are committed to offering you an exceptional shopping experience in our exclusive boutiques in Cannes and Nice, entirely dedicated to Breitling.

Our expert watchmakers will guide you through the discovery of this extraordinary timepiece, providing you with all the technical information and advice you need to make the best choice for your needs. We pride ourselves on offering a customized service, tailored to each customer, whether professional or adventure enthusiast.

In addition to the buying experience, Auberi offers a premium after-sales service, essential for the maintenance of a watch as sophisticated as the Breitling Emergency. Our team of specialized watchmakers is on hand to maintain and repair your watch, ensuring that it runs smoothly for many years to come.

Acquiring a Breitling Professional Emergency is not just an investment in luxury : it's a choice that could, one day, make the difference in a critical situation. With its dual-frequency distress transmitter, ultra-precise SuperQuartz™ movement and resistant design, the Breitling Emergency is a watch designed for the most extreme situations, offering peace of mind to those who venture far from the beaten track.

Trust Auberi to guide you in choosing the Breitling Professional Emergency, a watch that combines cutting-edge technology, robustness and reliability, and which, one day, could well make the difference in a life-or-death situation.