Greatest Mens Luxury Watches of All Time
Breitling Navitimer or Audemars Piguet Royal Oak (M)
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Why This Battle Matters
Who truly masters time? In the annals of haute horlogerie, the elegant clash between Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak and Breitling's Navitimer is not just a battle of brands, it's a philosophical war over the essence of luxury and precision. The Royal Oak, with its audacious octagonal bezel and integrated bracelet, redefined modern luxury watches, while the Navitimer, armed with its computing prowess, has been an aviator’s ally since 1952. This isn't merely about which watch tells time best; it’s about what statement fans want their timepieces to make. Are we champions of bold innovation, or do we celebrate the rich heritage of detailed functionality?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Breitling Navitimer over Audemars Piguet Royal Oak (M) when it comes to the greatest Mens Luxury Watches of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Breitling Navitimer 61.5% of the time over Audemars Piguet Royal Oak (M).
Across all battles:
Breitling Navitimer win rate: 45.5%
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak (M) win rate: 46.1%
Fan FAQs
Why is this matchup such a big debate?
The debate between Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and Breitling Navitimer fans is heated because it's a clash of style versus function. Royal Oak fans are all about bold luxury and design innovation, while Navitimer enthusiasts value technical prowess and a storied history in aviation. Each watch appeals to a distinct type of luxury watch aficionado.
Why do fans love Audemars Piguet Royal Oak?
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is a favorite for its revolutionary design and the distinction of being the first luxury sports watch made from stainless steel, which was pretty groundbreaking back in the 1970s. Its unique octagonal bezel and exposed screws have become a symbol of luxury that challenges traditional watch aesthetics.
Who is better: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak or Breitling Navitimer?
Right now in the Greatest Men's Luxury Watches of All Time league on GoatWars, Breitling Navitimer is leading over Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. Fans seem to appreciate the Navitimer's rich history with aviation and its detailed, functional design which may be swaying the votes.