Breitling Bentley Mark VI H26362 Guide

The Breitling Bentley Mark VI H26362 is a 42 mm automatic chronograph in solid 18k rose gold, with a black index dial and a leather strap, from Breitling's long-running collaboration with Bentley Motors. This guide covers the specifications, what the Mark VI name and the rose gold case mean, how the H26362 compares with Breitling's steel Bentley chronographs, how it wears, price context in 2026 and what to check before buying. Bizak & Co. sources the H26362 to order; the Breitling collection lists the configurations we can seek.

Last reviewed on September 27, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Prices are dated observations, not quotes.

Breitling Bentley Mark VI H26362 specifications

Reference details checked against Breitling's published Bentley collection materials and cross-referenced with the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres, the Swiss body that certifies the chronometer movements Breitling uses across its current catalogue.

What does the Bentley Mark VI name mean?

Breitling and Bentley Motors have built chronographs together since 2002, and the collection has moved through several generations of case design and movement as Breitling brought more of its chronograph production in-house. The "Mark" naming on later Bentley references marks a shift toward Breitling's own manufacture automatic chronograph movements, distinguishing them from the earlier Bentley watches built on modified third-party calibres. The H26362 sits within this more recent generation, built in solid rose gold rather than the steel cases that make up most of the Bentley range. The black dial and rose gold case combination is a deliberate contrast: the warm case reads as jewellery-grade, while the black dial and chronograph registers keep the layout legible and clearly motorsport in intent. Breitling's current Bentley collection page shows the range the H26362 sits within, from steel sport chronographs to the precious-metal references like this one, and confirms the collaboration is still active rather than a discontinued line.

The wider Bentley collection has always leaned on car-derived naming and detailing: the 6.75 references took their number from Bentley's 6.75-litre V8, the "GT" references borrow the name of the Continental GT road car, and the dial layouts across the family echo automotive dashboard instruments, with large, high-contrast subdials designed to be read at a glance. The Mark VI generation kept that visual language while moving the movement architecture in-house, which is the change that matters most for a buyer choosing between an older Bentley chronograph and a current one: service support, parts availability and the specific chronometer testing behind the watch all shift with the movement generation, independent of case metal.

18k rose gold or steel: which Bentley chronograph?

Breitling has not listed a steel-cased Mark VI as a direct sibling to the H26362; the case metal and the movement generation both change across the Bentley line, not just the finish. Buyers who want the current Mark-series chronograph movement in a lower-cost metal are choosing a different case size and design language, not simply a steel version of this exact watch. The A44362 and A13362 above are older Bentley references still moving through Bizak's sourcing catalogue and give a sense of how much the rose gold Mark VI costs against the brand's steel chronographs.

How does the Bentley Mark VI H26362 wear?

At 42 mm the H26362 is markedly smaller than the 48 mm Bentley 6.75, which was sized around the Bentley car's engine displacement rather than modern wrist proportions, and it sits closer to a conventional dress chronograph. Solid 18k rose gold adds real weight compared with a steel case of the same diameter, and the leather strap keeps the overall wrist feel lighter than a metal bracelet would on a gold case this size. Rose gold also shows contact marks more readily than steel, which matters for a pre-owned example that has already seen some wear; the case should be inspected under strong light before buying rather than judged from photographs alone. The black dial keeps legibility high in most conditions, and the chronograph pushers and crown operate the same way as on Breitling's steel Bentley references, so the ownership experience is close to those watches apart from the weight and the finish.

Who is the Bentley Mark VI H26362 for?

This reference suits a buyer who wants a chronograph with visible material presence rather than a purely tool-oriented watch. It works on the wrist as a dress-capable piece for events and dinners in a way the larger steel Bentley chronographs, sized closer to 44 or 48 mm, generally do not, while still keeping the chronograph function and the Bentley name that draws buyers to the collection in the first place. It also suits a collector who already owns a steel sport chronograph and wants a second watch in precious metal without moving into a fully formal dress complication with no stopwatch function at all. Buyers who want the largest possible Bentley case, or who plan to wear the watch daily in conditions where scuffing a gold case is a real risk, are usually better served by one of the steel references instead.

Price and availability in 2026

Bizak & Co. sources watches to order; this catalogue entry is not confirmation that a specific example is on hand for immediate delivery. On 27 September 2026 our sourced catalogue listed the pre-owned H26362 at US$16,899, against US$4,026 for the steel Bentley 6.75 A44362 and US$5,099 for the steel Bentley GT A13362, all subject to change and condition. The gap between the rose gold Mark VI and the steel Bentley references reflects the gold content and the smaller, newer case as much as any difference in movement generation. Before purchase we confirm the actual watch, recent photographs, condition, included accessories, price and expected timing.

Is the Bentley Mark VI H26362 a good buy?

Buy the H26362 for the specific combination of a solid rose gold case, a Bentley-branded chronograph and a size that works across dress and casual settings, not as a speculative flip. Precious-metal Breitling chronographs move more slowly through the secondary market than the brand's steel sport models, and demand tracks buyers who specifically want the Bentley collaboration in gold rather than steel. A full-set example with box and papers holds more interest at resale than a watch-only piece; ask for a written cash-buy assessment before committing if resale matters to you.

Buying a pre-owned Bentley Mark VI H26362: what to check

• Case and bezel condition. Rose gold marks more visibly than steel. Ask for close photographs of all four case flanks and the lugs under strong light before agreeing to a purchase.
• Chronograph pusher function. Start, stop and reset the chronograph yourself. Sticky or sluggish pushers can point to a service need.
• Dial and hands originality. Confirm the black dial and hands are original to the reference; a refinished dial changes both the look and the value of a piece at this price.
• Box, papers and service history. Ask what documentation comes with the watch. A full set with warranty card and any service receipts matters more on a pre-owned gold chronograph than on a steel sport watch.
• Strap condition. Leather straps on gold cases wear at the lug holes; check for cracking and confirm whether the strap is original to the piece.
• Price against the band. A full-set H26362 offered well under the range above is the single most reliable warning sign.

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Quick answers

How much is a Breitling Bentley Mark VI H26362?

Bizak's sourced catalogue listed the pre-owned H26362 at US$16,899 on 27 September 2026, sourced to order and subject to change and condition.

What does the Mark VI name mean on a Breitling Bentley?

It marks the generation of Breitling's own manufacture automatic chronograph movement used in the Bentley collection, distinguishing these references from earlier Bentley watches built on modified third-party movements.

Is the H26362 solid gold or gold-plated?

Solid. Breitling builds the H26362 case in 18 ct rose gold rather than a plated or capped construction.

How does the H26362 compare with the steel Bentley chronographs?

It is smaller at 42 mm against 44 to 48 mm for most steel Bentley references, built in solid gold rather than steel, and priced well above the steel range as a result, reflecting metal content and case generation rather than a like-for-like upgrade.

Is Breitling part of the COSC chronometer program?

Breitling markets its current production as independently chronometer certified by the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres, the same body that certifies chronometer movements across the Swiss industry.

Request a Bentley Mark VI H26362 sourcing quote

Tell us your preferred condition, whether box and papers are required, plus your budget and timing, through our sourcing enquiry form. We confirm the specific watch, photographs, papers and final price before you commit. Catalogue entries: Bentley Mark VI H26362; browse the Breitling collection, the chronographs collection, or sell or trade your chronograph.

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