Super Clone Breitling Premier Chronograph 42 Black Dial Stainless Steel Black Leather KB Factory

Identity and First-Wear Experience

When the watch first warms against the wrist, the dial remains steady and readable regardless of lighting. The white numerals soften the density of the black, while the subdials maintain enough depth to separate timing functions clearly. Everything presents as balanced, not decorative.

The Premier architecture — its 42mm case, its tapered lugs, its controlled thickness — creates a silhouette that feels comfortable from the start. KB’s steel finishing adds a crispness to the case edges that becomes more noticeable once the watch reaches skin temperature and begins interacting with movement.

The black leather strap feels structured but not stiff, holding the watch in place without pressing the wrist. It behaves like a strap meant to soften with time rather than collapse on day one.

Background and Original Purpose

Breitling never meant the Premier to compete with the tactical Avenger or the aviation-tool identity of the Navitimer. The Premier instead was designed as a chronograph for everyday pace — a watch that stays readable during movement and controlled in appearance.

This KB factory replica remains loyal to that intent. The black dial delivers a more traditional, almost instrument-like character, but without drifting into military design language. The tachymeter ring is clean, the white markings stay legible without shouting, and the dial remains organized even when light drops or angles shift.

Dial, Bezel, and Light Behavior

The black dial behaves more quietly than most colors in the Premier series. Indoors, the surface absorbs light, making the numerals stand out with clarity. Outdoors, the sunburst effect becomes visible in short flashes, revealing thin radial texture beneath what initially appears to be a flat dial.

The polished steel bezel frames the black dial with a lean arc of reflection. KB’s brighter polishing means the bezel catches more light than BLS’s softer finishing, giving the watch a slightly sharper wrist presence without feeling flashy.

The chronograph hands and subdials maintain readability across angles, and the red accent at twelve adds just enough orientation without altering the dial’s overall discipline.

Case Structure and Wrist Behavior

KB factory machining typically produces crisp transitions between brushed and polished surfaces, and that is felt immediately on the Premier. The case reflects light in controlled stripes rather than wide flares, behaving more like a modern dress chronograph than a sporty tool.

The pushers engage with a firm, consistent pressure. Compared with BLS, KB’s pusher feel tends toward slightly higher resistance, which gives the chronograph a more mechanical, deliberate sensation. The crown carries a clean, shallow knurling that provides grip without biting the fingers.

During daily movement — typing, walking, navigating pockets or sleeves — the watch remains stable. The black dial makes the case feel smaller than its 42mm size because the eye reads depth rather than width.

Movement and Functional Behavior

The winding texture is lightly gritty, in a controlled way, not coarse. It creates enough feedback to remind the wearer of the mechanical mechanism but avoids sounding loose or rattly. KB factory’s rotor behavior is generally quieter than early Guangzhou replicas; here, the rotor shifts smoothly, producing only a soft mechanical presence during wrist rotation.

The start of the chronograph requires a firm but predictable press. The stop action feels sharper, with a clean mechanical break. The reset snaps back crisply, aligning the hands without hesitation.

KB prioritizes functional dependability over decorative imitation, and this Premier behaves accordingly.

Leather Strap and Long-Term Comfort

The black leather strap has a glossy finish with visible stitching that frames the watch visually. Out of the box, the strap holds its shape with moderate stiffness, typical of Guangzhou leather processing. With wear, it begins to soften around the joint near the lugs and then forms naturally around the wrist.

Heat makes the strap more pliable, while cooler environments reinforce its structure. Over time, the strap transitions from formal and structured to comfortably tailored.

Factory Execution Logic

KB factory is known for brighter polishing, strong case consistency, and stable movement setup. On this model, that identity is clear:

• The steel finishing feels sharper and more reflective than BLS.
• The printing is high-contrast and very clean around the tachymeter ring.
• The chronograph pushers deliver a firmer, more deliberate feel.

Dial color accuracy is strong, and the black tone is uniform across the entire surface — not a given in mid-tier Guangzhou production.

This Premier fits KB’s strengths: crisp, controlled, and visually disciplined.

Wrist Scenarios and Daily Interaction

Light shifts across the black dial in subtle ways. Under neutral indoor lighting, the watch feels quiet and almost matte. As the wrist passes near a window, the dial opens slightly, revealing a subtle radial texture. The watch transitions between restraint and clarity depending on angle, without ever becoming reflective or difficult to read.

In motion — walking, bending, or raising the wrist — the chronograph hands stay easy to track because the dial never becomes too reflective. Steel edges catch light, creating structure without drawing attention.

Who This Premier Is Actually For

This version suits someone who wants a chronograph that behaves like a disciplined instrument rather than a fashion piece. Someone who appreciates clear contrast, mechanical feel, and polished steel that still looks grounded. Someone who values predictability — in the pushers, in the winding, in the dial behavior — over decorative depth.

It fits wearers who prefer quiet authority rather than expressive color.

Neutral Differences vs Genuine Premier

The genuine Premier offers a smoother pusher action, deeper texture in the black dial, and a more refined winding feel. KB’s polishing is slightly brighter, and its printing lacks the microscopic dimensionality of the Swiss version. The rotor sound is marginally more present, and the strap requires longer break-in time.

These distinctions do not interfere with daily wear — they simply frame the watch as a super clone replica produced in china rather than a luxury Swiss original.

Final Perspective

My personal view: this KB factory black-dial Premier behaves like a grounded, steady chronograph with a clear identity. It feels confident without posturing, precise without rigidity, and consistent in all the moments where a chronograph actually matters. That is how it lives on the wrist — the final decision remains yours.

Comparison Table — Genuine vs KB Factory Premier (Black Dial)