Breitling Superocean Automatic 42mm A17366

Description

Breitling Superocean Automatic 42 – Stainless Steel Professional Dive Watch Reference: A17366 Condition: Pre-Owned

Specifications

• Case Material: Stainless Steel

• Case Size: 42mm

• Case Thickness: 13.32mm

• Lug-to-Lug: Approximately 50.5mm

• Crystal: Cambered Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Treatment on Both Sides

• Dial: Available in Multiple Factory Dial Colors

• Hour Markers: Oversized Luminous Arabic Numerals and Index Markers

• Hands: Luminous Hour and Minute Hands

• Bezel: Unidirectional Ratcheted Diving Bezel

• Movement: Breitling Caliber 17 Automatic

• Movement Base: ETA 2824-2

• Power Reserve: Approximately 38 Hours

• Frequency: 28,800 vph / 4 Hz

• Jewels: 25

• Certification: COSC-Certified Chronometer

• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds & Date

• Date Display: Positioned at 3 O'Clock

• Water Resistance: 500m / 1,650ft

• Crown: Screw-Locked Crown with Dual Gaskets

• Case Back: Solid Screw-Down Stainless Steel

• Lug Width: 20mm

• Bracelet/Strap: Available in Stainless Steel Bracelet or Rubber Strap Configurations

• Condition: Pre-Owned

Technical specifications verified against Breitling's official reference information. 

The Breitling Superocean Automatic 42 Reference A17366 is a purpose-built professional diving watch that combines exceptional underwater performance with the bold styling and precision engineering for which Breitling is renowned. Its substantial 42mm stainless steel case, highly legible dial, and robust rotating diving bezel create a distinctive sports watch designed for demanding environments. With an impressive 500 meters of water resistance, the Superocean offers capabilities that extend well beyond those of a conventional luxury sports watch.

The Superocean collection traces its origins to 1957, when Breitling introduced its first dedicated diving watches during the rapid growth of recreational and professional scuba diving. While Breitling is best known for its aviation chronographs, the Superocean established the brand as an important name in underwater timekeeping. The A17366 continues that tradition with a contemporary design emphasizing durability, visibility, and functionality. Its oversized luminous hour markers and bold hands provide excellent readability, while the unidirectional rotating bezel allows divers to monitor elapsed time.

Powering the watch is the Breitling Caliber 17, a COSC-certified automatic movement based on the proven ETA 2824-2 architecture. Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, the movement provides approximately 38 hours of power reserve and features a practical date display at 3 o'clock. Its chronometer certification demonstrates Breitling's commitment to precision, while the movement's established mechanical architecture offers dependable everyday performance.

The Superocean Automatic 42 is particularly notable for its robust construction. The stainless steel case incorporates a screw-locked crown with dual gaskets, a solid screw-down case back, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides. Together with its substantial water-resistance rating, these features make the watch exceptionally capable for swimming, diving, and active everyday wear.

Introduced as part of Breitling's redesigned Superocean collection in 2019, the A17366 offered a more contemporary interpretation of the brand's professional dive watch. Its distinctive combination of bold Arabic numerals, clean dial architecture, and substantial case proportions gives it a recognizable personality that stands apart from more traditional Swiss divers.

Now discontinued, the Breitling Superocean Automatic 42 A17366 remains an appealing choice for collectors seeking a capable mechanical dive watch with authentic Breitling heritage. Combining a COSC-certified automatic movement, impressive 500-meter water resistance, and versatile stainless steel construction, this pre-owned example offers an excellent balance of performance, durability, and luxury sports-watch design.

Alexanders Jewelers is located in Columbus, Ohio and has specialized in luxury watches and fine jewelry for over 20 years. We are members of Jewelers of America and the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating. Every pre-owned luxury timepiece is carefully inspected for authenticity and condition. We offer financing options and accept all major credit cards and wire transfers.