This video, one of three commissioned by Breitling to commemorate the RAF centenary, was produced by David Gandy and features a poem by Karl Tearney who served in both the RAF and Army Flying Corps. I chatted to both David Gandy and Karl Tearney at the Breitling event to celebrate RAF100. Karl told me that he has suffered PTSD and depression as a result of his years of military service but now finds solace in art and poetry. His experiences have added a real power to David Gandy's powerful films:
To further commemorate the RAF100, Breitling have launched a limited edition collection of watches with a donation being made to the RAF100 Appeal. Breitling was long ago a pioneer of timepieces for flight, so have a heritage to apply here. I've not had the chance to wear any of these watches, but they doubtless come up to Breitling's usual high standards of construction.
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Top left clockwise: Breitling Aerospace Evo, Navitimer, Avenger II, Colt Skyracer |
As a proud official partner to the RAF, Breitling will donate proceeds from the sale of the pieces to the RAF100 Appeal which is a joint venture between the Royal Air Force and four major RAF charities - the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, the Royal Air Forces Association, the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust and the Royal Air Force Museum. The aim of the Appeal is to raise money for the RAF Family and to create a lasting legacy as we celebrate 100 years of the Royal Air Force in 2018. Find out more about the legacy of the RAF100 Appeal.
RAF 100 Navitimer 1 B01 Chronograph 46 RAF100 Limited Edition £7,750 – 25 pieces (Number 1 will be auctioned, the full proceeds from which will go to the RAF100 Appeal).
RAF 100 Avenger II GMT RAF100 Limited Edition £3,750 – 100 pieces.
RAF 100 Aerospace Evo RAF100 Limited Edition £3,650 – 100 pieces.
RAF 100 Colt Skyracer RAF100 Limited Edition £1,800 – 100 pieces.
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