Miles Davis—often considered the greatest jazz musician of all time—changed the course of music by challenging conventions and redefining what jazz could become. The Breitling Navitimer became part of that story, serving as a true expression of his personal style and creative spirit.

The Navitimer B09 Chronograph Tribute to Miles Davis draws inspiration from the early Navitimer featuring an inverted panda dial and the Twin-Jet logo—the very reference Davis owned and frequently wore on stage. Features such as cream-colored Super-LumiNova, vintage-style typography, and original case proportions—right down to the manual-wind chronograph movement—evoke the 1960s original.

Limited to just 500 pieces, it is available with a brown gradient calfskin strap featuring a stainless-steel folding clasp, or with a period-inspired stainless-steel Air Racer bracelet. The COSC-certified manual-wind Caliber B09 is visible through the caseback of the stainless-steel case, which measures 41 mm in diameter and 13 mm in thickness.

This watch revives elements of the model that inspired it: the Twin-Jet logo, vintage-inspired cream Super-LumiNova, original dimensions, and, of course, the manual-wind movement. It takes what made the 806 Mk5 great and updates it with contemporary materials, movements, and specifications.

 

 

The first Breitling Social Club will open its doors in Williamsburg (Brooklyn, New York) in the fall of 2027. It will bring the Breitling spirit to life in a physical space designed for enthusiasts, collectors, and like-minded individuals of all ages and backgrounds. We will share more details as the opening approaches. Purchasing the Navitimer Tribute to Miles Davis includes a complimentary two-year membership to the Breitling Social Club, starting from its launch.

Miles Davis—often regarded as the greatest jazz musician of all time—changed the course of music by challenging conventions and redefining the possibilities of jazz. He helped define what would become known as "cool jazz" with *Birth of the Cool* (1957), a landmark compilation album, and his influence ultimately reached generations of artists across a wide range of musical genres.

For Miles Davis, style was another form of expression—just as powerful as his music. Clad in impeccable Italian suits and often behind the wheel of exotic sports cars, he embodied an effortless elegance that seemed decades ahead of its time. His influence extended beyond his image; Davis’s magnetic presence captivated audiences, drawing them into every note, gesture, and performance.

Bob Dylan, considered one of the greatest songwriters of all time, declared, "Miles Davis is my definition of cool," implying that few possessed the power to captivate an audience quite like this jazz legend. Davis didn't follow trends; he anticipated and shaped them, creating his own along the way.

He wore the Navitimer on stage twenty years before "tool watches" made the shift from pure function to style—proof that he didn't play by the rules, but simply wore what he truly loved.