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VICI · 16 April 2018, 02:09 PM

I’m looking to buy a Chronomat evolution for my father in law. Ever since I purchased mine in 2006, he’d always mention how much he liked it and I’d catch him glancing many times.

How has the B01 movement turned out as a longer term owned piece? I remember the issues with power reserve or date not changing.

My Chronomat has been working perfectly since day 1.

Ideally, I’d like to find him another one like mine but it’s pretty hard to find one is excellent condition and preferably from the original owner.

Is the B01 movement worth it?

Mine..

123Blueface · 17 April 2018, 04:02 AM

I have the B01 in my Navitimer but only two and a half years old.
No issues to date.

breitlings · 17 April 2018, 04:35 AM

I would buy a later B01 so I think it would be labeled a "Chronomat 44". The Chronowerks versions are sick. I think they did work out some kinks, early ones had some issues reported.

opawlows · 17 April 2018, 05:33 AM

Shouldn't be too many issues with newer B01's. From what I recall it was the first year or two after they released where some individuals had issues with them. Tudor is also using them now as the basis for their MT5813 and I can't say that I have seen or heard anything negative from Tudor Black Bay Chrono owners.

Your Chronomat Evolution is stunning by the way

VICI · 18 April 2018, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by opawlows

Shouldn't be too many issues with newer B01's. From what I recall it was the first year or two after they released where some individuals had issues with them. Tudor is also using them now as the basis for their MT5813 and I can't say that I have seen or heard anything negative from Tudor Black Bay Chrono owners.

Your Chronomat Evolution is stunning by the way

Thanks. It keeps perfect time and looks good w the dial combo.

AJSM · 18 April 2018, 08:28 AM

I have a B04, Been back twice to the mother ship so far. Power reserve this last time. I think the first time it was not winding. They did complete service both times and was covered under warranty. I bought new from AD. Love the watch. Have owned it about 7 years.

Watch Admirer · 18 April 2018, 01:48 PM

Have had a chronomat 44 B01 since 2011 - no service and the watch is still flawless

Nephro · 9 July 2018, 08:11 AM

My B01 is over 8 yrs old. It has worked flawlessly without any issues. I wear it on a regular rotation with my other watches.

WJGESQ · 9 July 2018, 10:16 AM

How do those super shiny bracelets hold up wear and tear wise?

16 April 2018, 02:09 PM	#1
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	Chronomat evolution B01 thoughts? I’m looking to buy a Chronomat evolution for my father in law. Ever since I purchased mine in 2006, he’d always mention how much he liked it and I’d catch him glancing many times. How has the B01 movement turned out as a longer term owned piece? I remember the issues with power reserve or date not changing. My Chronomat has been working perfectly since day 1. Ideally, I’d like to find him another one like mine but it’s pretty hard to find one is excellent condition and preferably from the original owner. Is the B01 movement worth it? Mine..

9 July 2018, 08:11 AM	#8
Nephro "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Missouri Watch: All of them! Posts: 262	My B01 is over 8 yrs old. It has worked flawlessly without any issues. I wear it on a regular rotation with my other watches. __________________ Patek Philippe 5712R-001, Audemars Piguet 15400ST Ruthenium dial, Vacheron Constantin Overseas 4500V Blue dial, Rolex 326933, Rolex 116523, Rolex 126710BLNR, Rolex 116610LV, Rolex 116613LB, Rolex 126300 Wimbledon dial, JLC Master Compressor Navy SEAL's Diving Alarm, PAM 1499 Omega Constellation 1967, G Shock

17 April 2018, 04:02 AM	#2
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,316	I have the B01 in my Navitimer but only two and a half years old. No issues to date.

17 April 2018, 04:35 AM	#3
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	I would buy a later B01 so I think it would be labeled a "Chronomat 44". The Chronowerks versions are sick. I think they did work out some kinks, early ones had some issues reported.

17 April 2018, 05:33 AM	#4
opawlows "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Earth Watch: Rolex/Tudor/PAM Posts: 1,272	Shouldn't be too many issues with newer B01's. From what I recall it was the first year or two after they released where some individuals had issues with them. Tudor is also using them now as the basis for their MT5813 and I can't say that I have seen or heard anything negative from Tudor Black Bay Chrono owners. Your Chronomat Evolution is stunning by the way

18 April 2018, 08:28 AM	#6
AJSM 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: CA Posts: 616	I have a B04, Been back twice to the mother ship so far. Power reserve this last time. I think the first time it was not winding. They did complete service both times and was covered under warranty. I bought new from AD. Love the watch. Have owned it about 7 years.

18 April 2018, 01:48 PM	#7
Watch Admirer Banned Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: somewhere Posts: 350	Have had a chronomat 44 B01 since 2011 - no service and the watch is still flawless

9 July 2018, 10:16 AM	#9
WJGESQ Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 3,753	How do those super shiny bracelets hold up wear and tear wise?

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