2026 Breitling Superocean Automatic 42
Black Dial • Stainless Steel Bracelet • Full Set
Ref. A17375211B1A1
There are dive watches that look the part, and there are dive watches that were genuinely designed around the demands of being in the water. The Breitling Superocean belongs firmly in the latter category.
This 2026 Superocean Automatic 42 combines more than six decades of Breitling dive-watch heritage with one of the brand’s cleanest and most wearable modern designs. Finished with a black dial, stainless-steel case and matching steel bracelet, this is arguably one of the most versatile configurations in the Superocean collection—a true sports watch that can move effortlessly from the water to everyday wear.
A Design With Real Breitling History
The story behind the modern Superocean is one of the reasons we find this watch particularly interesting.
As recreational and professional scuba diving exploded in popularity during the 1960s, underwater legibility became critical. Breitling developed a radically simplified dive watch known as the SuperOcean Slow Motion, stripping away unnecessary information and emphasizing what a diver actually needed to see: elapsed time.
The modern Superocean deliberately returns to those design principles. The broad hands, oversized luminous markers and distinctive high-contrast minute scale aren't simply styling exercises—they trace their lineage directly back to Breitling's historic dive watches. Breitling
That heritage gives the current Superocean something many modern dive watches lack: a distinctive identity of its own.
The 42mm Sweet Spot
At 42mm in diameter and only 12.56mm thick, the Superocean has substantial wrist presence without becoming unnecessarily oversized. The proportions make it particularly versatile for someone who wants a true sports watch but doesn't want the bulk associated with many professional dive watches. Breitling
The stainless-steel bracelet further changes the personality of the watch. Rather than feeling purely like dive equipment, the steel-on-steel configuration gives it enough polish and presence to work as an everyday luxury watch.
This is the kind of watch you can genuinely wear almost anywhere.
Built to Actually Be Used
Underneath the design is a serious tool watch.
The stainless-steel case is rated to 300 meters / 1,000 feet of water resistance. It utilizes a screw-locked crown with dual gaskets, a screwed-in caseback and a unidirectional ratcheting dive bezel. Breitling also equips the Superocean with a cambered sapphire crystal that receives anti-reflective treatment on both sides. Breitling
Breitling specifically describes the modern Superocean as being engineered to withstand not only water, but also shock, sand and saltwater—exactly what you'd expect from a watch carrying the Superocean name. Breitling
Breitling Caliber 17
Inside is the automatic Breitling Caliber 17, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour with 26 jewels and approximately 38 hours of power reserve. Breitling
More importantly, this isn't simply an off-the-shelf automatic movement placed inside a luxury case. Breitling's Caliber 17 in the Superocean is COSC-certified as a chronometer, giving the watch the independent precision certification that has become closely associated with modern Breitling watches. Breitling
For the owner, that combination matters: this is a mechanical luxury watch designed to be worn regularly rather than treated delicately.
Why We Like This Particular Example
For us, the appeal of this watch comes down to the complete package.
The black dial and stainless-steel bracelet give it perhaps the most timeless configuration in the collection. The bold white minute track creates the unmistakable modern Superocean appearance, while the oversized luminous markers and squared-off hands make the dial exceptionally easy to read.
And because this is a 2026 example, you're getting a very current Breitling rather than a watch that's already several generations removed from the showroom.
This example is also accompanied by an excellent set of original Breitling accessories, including:
Original Breitling presentation box
Breitling warranty documentation
Active Breitling warranty through August 2028
Original hang tag
Breitling travel pouch
Quick-start guide and accompanying materials
That completeness matters to us. When possible, we prefer watches that retain their original accessories and documentation because they're an important part of both the ownership experience and the provenance of a modern luxury watch.
Who Is This Watch For?
If you're looking for one luxury watch that you can actually wear, the Superocean 42 deserves serious consideration.
It's robust enough for the pool, ocean and active travel. It's refined enough to wear to dinner. Its 42mm proportions give it presence without overwhelming the wrist. And unlike many luxury sports watches, its design is immediately recognizable without feeling flashy.
It's also an excellent entry point into Breitling ownership because it represents several things the company does particularly well: aviation-grade instrument design translated into a purpose-built sports watch, chronometer-certified mechanical watchmaking, bold legibility and genuine historical provenance.
The result is a watch that doesn't need to live in a safe.
It's meant to be worn.
2026 Breitling Superocean Automatic 42
Reference: A17375211B1A1
Case: Stainless Steel
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 12.56mm
Dial: Black
Bracelet: Stainless Steel
Movement: Breitling Caliber 17 Automatic
Certification: COSC Chronometer
Power Reserve: Approximately 38 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m / 1,000ft
Crystal: Cambered Sapphire, Anti-Reflective Both Sides
Condition: Pre-Owned
Set: Full Set
Factory Warranty: Active Through August 2028
Available now from Avera Trading Company.
Please inquire for availability. Our inventory is constantly changing. If you don't see the watch you're looking for, Avera Trading Company can also assist in sourcing through our network of industry professionals.
Buy. Sell. Source. Trade.
2026 Breitling Superocean Automatic 42
Black Dial • Stainless Steel Bracelet • Full Set
Ref. A17375211B1A1
There are dive watches that look the part, and there are dive watches that were genuinely designed around the demands of being in the water. The Breitling Superocean belongs firmly in the latter category.
This 2026 Superocean Automatic 42 combines more than six decades of Breitling dive-watch heritage with one of the brand’s cleanest and most wearable modern designs. Finished with a black dial, stainless-steel case and matching steel bracelet, this is arguably one of the most versatile configurations in the Superocean collection—a true sports watch that can move effortlessly from the water to everyday wear.
A Design With Real Breitling History
The story behind the modern Superocean is one of the reasons we find this watch particularly interesting.
As recreational and professional scuba diving exploded in popularity during the 1960s, underwater legibility became critical. Breitling developed a radically simplified dive watch known as the SuperOcean Slow Motion, stripping away unnecessary information and emphasizing what a diver actually needed to see: elapsed time.
The modern Superocean deliberately returns to those design principles. The broad hands, oversized luminous markers and distinctive high-contrast minute scale aren't simply styling exercises—they trace their lineage directly back to Breitling's historic dive watches. Breitling
That heritage gives the current Superocean something many modern dive watches lack: a distinctive identity of its own.
The 42mm Sweet Spot
At 42mm in diameter and only 12.56mm thick, the Superocean has substantial wrist presence without becoming unnecessarily oversized. The proportions make it particularly versatile for someone who wants a true sports watch but doesn't want the bulk associated with many professional dive watches. Breitling
The stainless-steel bracelet further changes the personality of the watch. Rather than feeling purely like dive equipment, the steel-on-steel configuration gives it enough polish and presence to work as an everyday luxury watch.
This is the kind of watch you can genuinely wear almost anywhere.
Built to Actually Be Used
Underneath the design is a serious tool watch.
The stainless-steel case is rated to 300 meters / 1,000 feet of water resistance. It utilizes a screw-locked crown with dual gaskets, a screwed-in caseback and a unidirectional ratcheting dive bezel. Breitling also equips the Superocean with a cambered sapphire crystal that receives anti-reflective treatment on both sides. Breitling
Breitling specifically describes the modern Superocean as being engineered to withstand not only water, but also shock, sand and saltwater—exactly what you'd expect from a watch carrying the Superocean name. Breitling
Breitling Caliber 17
Inside is the automatic Breitling Caliber 17, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour with 26 jewels and approximately 38 hours of power reserve. Breitling
More importantly, this isn't simply an off-the-shelf automatic movement placed inside a luxury case. Breitling's Caliber 17 in the Superocean is COSC-certified as a chronometer, giving the watch the independent precision certification that has become closely associated with modern Breitling watches. Breitling
For the owner, that combination matters: this is a mechanical luxury watch designed to be worn regularly rather than treated delicately.
Why We Like This Particular Example
For us, the appeal of this watch comes down to the complete package.
The black dial and stainless-steel bracelet give it perhaps the most timeless configuration in the collection. The bold white minute track creates the unmistakable modern Superocean appearance, while the oversized luminous markers and squared-off hands make the dial exceptionally easy to read.
And because this is a 2026 example, you're getting a very current Breitling rather than a watch that's already several generations removed from the showroom.
This example is also accompanied by an excellent set of original Breitling accessories, including:
Original Breitling presentation box
Breitling warranty documentation
Active Breitling warranty through August 2028
Original hang tag
Breitling travel pouch
Quick-start guide and accompanying materials
That completeness matters to us. When possible, we prefer watches that retain their original accessories and documentation because they're an important part of both the ownership experience and the provenance of a modern luxury watch.
Who Is This Watch For?
If you're looking for one luxury watch that you can actually wear, the Superocean 42 deserves serious consideration.
It's robust enough for the pool, ocean and active travel. It's refined enough to wear to dinner. Its 42mm proportions give it presence without overwhelming the wrist. And unlike many luxury sports watches, its design is immediately recognizable without feeling flashy.
It's also an excellent entry point into Breitling ownership because it represents several things the company does particularly well: aviation-grade instrument design translated into a purpose-built sports watch, chronometer-certified mechanical watchmaking, bold legibility and genuine historical provenance.
The result is a watch that doesn't need to live in a safe.
It's meant to be worn.
2026 Breitling Superocean Automatic 42
Reference: A17375211B1A1
Case: Stainless Steel
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 12.56mm
Dial: Black
Bracelet: Stainless Steel
Movement: Breitling Caliber 17 Automatic
Certification: COSC Chronometer
Power Reserve: Approximately 38 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m / 1,000ft
Crystal: Cambered Sapphire, Anti-Reflective Both Sides
Condition: Pre-Owned
Set: Full Set
Factory Warranty: Active Through August 2028
Available now from Avera Trading Company.
Please inquire for availability. Our inventory is constantly changing. If you don't see the watch you're looking for, Avera Trading Company can also assist in sourcing through our network of industry professionals.
Buy. Sell. Source. Trade.
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