Survival of the Fit-Wrist - Breitling Introduces Emergency II

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In 1995, Breitling launched the original Emergency watch with the ability of emitting a distress signal on the 121.5 MHz analog band allowing planes, ships, and other vehicles tracking capability. The problem? Without knowing your approximate location, tracking the signal was difficult.

Enter the Emergency II, an upgraded version of its previous model with the ability to send a distress signal to a network of satellites so no matter where you may find yourself, rescue teams aren't far behind.

Here is an excerpt from Gizmodo's article:

“The Emergency II still broadcasts a 121.5 MHz analog signal, but that alternates with the new 406 MHz digital signal which can be tracked by the five COSPAS-SARSAT search and rescue satellites. To ensure the signal isn't accidentally triggered, the user has to pull out a set of long antennas on either side of the watch, and the emergency signals will alternately broadcast for up to 24 hours with the Emergency II's built-in rechargeable battery.”

The Emergency II is intended for survival situations that can happen without warning; mountaineering accidents, plane crashes, ice climbing accidents, or any other fatal mishap that can happen in remote locations around the globe. The Emergency II SRP is just under $19,000 and dials are available in Volcano Black, Cobra Yellow, and Intrepid Orange.

For more information, check out Breitling’s video on the new Emergency II: