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14 June 2008, 08:52 PM | #31 | |
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Look... I'm going to get FLAMED for this... But Rolexes are a dime a dozen. They make almost a million watches a year! More than Omega and Breitling combined! For every Breitling that I spot, I probably see hundreds of Rolexes. Is Rolex a great watch? Yes. It is. And it will outlive any of us. And what's wrong with malls? In USA, most uber-expensive dealers are in the mall.
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14 June 2008, 11:33 PM | #32 |
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MOst all the ADs, whether Rolex or other high end brands are located at ADs or Boutiques in Malls in Asia. Rolex is a status symbol these days, where Breitlings are tools.
I like the Navitimer World, for example, Chronograph and date feature, GMT dual time function, slide rule bezel, and world time zones engraved on the back. That is a tool! You want a great 2 watch combo? Get a Breitling Navitimer and then get an Omega Dive watch. |
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Own them both. Just different. B makes some very attractive models. My friend just got a chrono from his wife for his birthday. Very attractive dial and wonderful bracelet. Have been playing with it a bit and rate results thus far have been excellent.
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18 January 2009, 12:02 PM | #34 |
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I own both and they are both great.
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23 June 2009, 07:25 PM | #35 |
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24 June 2009, 11:34 AM | #36 | |
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Also, Patek's 5070 chrono is a Lemania base, so technically they dont "make" everything, even though they put a unique finish on it and upgrade the escapement and put a cap on the column wheel. VC does similair but less extensive mods to the same base in some of their chronos. It is my understanding that these also make all of their own: Seiko, Glashutte Original, FP Journe, Lange & Sohne, Favre Leuba. I am not a Breitling fan simply for stylistic reasons, so it would not really be constructive for me to comment, I just wanted to clarify the dates and movement info. |
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Growing up, I went through a bunch of Tag's, then when the time came that I was about to "upgrade" to a more high-end watch, I settled on the Sub. When I told my watch dealer my choice, he then said "That watch is a dime a dozen." And he then showed me a watch from a brand I've never even heard of - Breguet Type XX and I was blown away cause it just looked so trick with the titanium case, graphite face. I've never seen anything like it and decided to get it instead of the Sub. Years later, when I wanted to get a diver's watch to upgrade from my Omega SMP quartz mid-size, I again, looked at the Sub, but upon doing so, another watch, the Superocean, caught my eye. It just looked so robust and it also had a deeper rating, at 5000ft compared to the Sub plus it cost 1/4 the price of the Sub. So, that's twice I decided to go against the Sub. Good thing too, since next to the DJ, I'm seeing Subs/SD's all over the place and hardly ever see anyone else with a Superocean, and never see anyone with a Type XX.
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I love Breitling and I love Rolex. The problem, however, is when I have worn a Breitling, I look at my wrist and wonder if I should be wearing something else.
When I wear a Rolex, I never question my choice. |
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Rolex and Omega never did this for me!....
http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=84983
Enjoyed reading and learning a thing or two. For the record, I own and love both. You cannot go wrong with either. My ....:
Enjoying the discussion! --Paul
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29 June 2009, 02:22 PM | #41 |
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I find rolex to be above breitling. I also find breitling to be much more bang for your buck. The build quality and value is hard to beat. Rolex has a lot of tradition and name behind it.
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I wish Breitling appealed to me, because I know they make excellent watches. Other than some of the vintage Navitimers, I just don't find any that call to me. Someday perhaps...
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I am no watch expert but Rolex just seem to be better quality. I was looking to add one B to my collection but when i picked it up it just did not feel right for me. Don t get me wrong I liked it but it just felt off and the bracelet just looked not as solid. I also was going to buy the Omega Alaska Project but after picking that up I was shocked. I will not comment on that one. I hate to say it but both brands are built for the masses and are not exclusive but if you buy what you like it will not matter.
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Just to add my 2 as well.....I have both brands in my collection as well!!! They are apples and Oranges though(as stated in an earlier post)....Both Rolex and Breitling do have very long history and are both very stand up companies!!
That being said,Rolex to me seems alot better in quality than Breitling but you sure pay for that....Rolex is ,and will always be my fav,but breitling is well worth the money if your in that mood and like the style!! Personal preference is the key!! To sum this up,You CANT compare.... Here is my collection containing both brands...
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This is a conterversial thread that would lead to nothing..both are reputable brands and each has its followers/lovers...but at the end of the day no matter what is the perception, we have to agree that both are very respectable!
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i agree.......
in the aviation industrie, breitlings are the watch we would dream of. the rolex just has that status quo in the general community.
both are great watches, especially the ones with gmt (for rolex) i wear a breitling to work. and my pam for my casual watch. ive been wanting the explorer II, but i see a lot of people wearing them. it has become a common watch to see. now im thinking of the gmt 2. lets see....... just my 2 cents worth. cheers Quote:
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Rolex all the way! Buy the GMT!
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Both great products IMO, but the sandbox statement of, "My dad can beat up your dad" is probably pretty pointless when doing a watch comparison of these two brands. I believe you can never go wrong if you buy what you love & love what you buy & forget about finding a 'winner' when comparing two different watch brands! |
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I own Rolex, Breitling and Omega. In my opinion that is the way they go as far as quality. But like opinions there are several out there, thats why we all don't drive Chevy's
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breitling make a great watch - i think highly of the product. however, i don't care for their designs - and that's a huge part of liking a watch. overall i prefer the rolex aesthetic.
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Prestige, status, classic style, pedigree, quality, history, etc, etc = Rolex
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I own three Breitlings and a Rolex Submariner. My thought is this:
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I have Breitling, Rolex, Omega... Breitling is heavy but nice, Rolex is classic like a Lexus you simply can't go wrong.... only problem... Rolex ... many think you have a fake one and that annoys me
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I have had Rolex's and Breitlings. I think the build quality on Breitling is second to none (fit, finish and sturdyness of bracelets etc.) as far as that goes. Now whether you like their designs is another matter. I will point out that Rolex has no excuse for still selling the Iconic Sub no date with that cheesy non SEL braclet for the price they command. Of the Subs/Dwellers ( I have a D series Dweller) I love the symmetry of the sub no date dial. But I will not buy it with that bracelet and Rolex has no excuse for not upgrading it. Breilting, Omega both make better bracelets. However, I will concede, the latest generation of Rolex braclets are very nice. Why did it takes so long? Same question with the COSC rating on the Sub No date.
As for the bling comments, I guess I don't see how Rolex with the newest bracelets is any more or less blingy than the Breitlings. There, I feel much better now that this rant is through. PS Breitling does offer non polished watches, the Avenger Seawolf, Colt II quartz, Blackbird non polished version, Skyracer and Airwolf Ravens come on rubber straps totally tool, Emergency, Aerospace - Ti, Avenger Seawolf Chrono. So there is a variety if bling is not your thing.
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Curious chronology you have there. How would Panerai earn the top spot out of the three? They may be more rare, more expensive, but do not seem to have the history achievement/associations of Rolex and Omega. Do they?
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Personally, I think aesthetics is too much of a personal thing to be argued either way. Same thing for saying a particular brand is better mainly because it's more popular.
However, I do think it's perfectly ok to compare similar product lines. For example: Breitling SuperOcean vs. Sub Date or Breitling __________ vs. Daytona etc...
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I like both brands. I especially like and will get the now decommissioned B1 Superquartz. Its got the alarm, the dual time zones, SuperQd movmt. And its dead nuts accurate. I think its a mark above the GMTc. If only ROLEX could build a watch like this, man, whata world it culd b !
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Randy those B1 Chronometers are getting difficult to find as production ceased in 2006.
I agree this is my favorite Breitling too. I am getting mine from a guy in Sweden.
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