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ronin7 · 28 November 2008, 08:40 PM

whats going on?there is a forum here for lovers of panerais and omegas(a brand which i adore!) but there seems to be very little love for breitlings.whats the problem folks?why no love from the rolex fraternity? i own a titanium chrono avenger and a chrono super ocean and hope in the next month to be able to be able to add to this modest collection.i think they are a nice contrasrt to my rollies.am i alone with my admiration for the brand?

buz-lh · 29 November 2008, 09:08 AM

You are not alone. Recently there was a poll here regarding what other brands people owned and Breitling was either third or a close fourth. I love my CSO.

mikea · 29 November 2008, 09:33 AM

love my steelfish

gaopa · 29 November 2008, 11:57 AM

Buz, that Breitling is a fantastic looking watch! Cheers, Bill P.

buz-lh · 30 November 2008, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by gaopa

Buz, that Breitling is a fantastic looking watch! Cheers, Bill P.

Thanks Bill. I really enjoy wearing it.

roadcarver · 3 December 2008, 01:35 AM

I love my Chrono Avenger... it is my daily wearer!

and you cannot forget about the B logo engraved on the side of the bezel...

explodingtaco · 3 December 2008, 01:39 AM

My Daily:

niels74 · 3 December 2008, 02:05 AM

yer not alone buddy .. (or maybe you are as its up for sale)

since i have some pic's (here they are) 48MM Sup Ocean Herritage , on Mesh.

now im starting to wonder if i should part from this watch

Dr.B · 3 December 2008, 02:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadcarver

I love my Chrono Avenger... it is my daily wearer!

and you cannot forget about the B logo engraved on the side of the bezel...

I like this watch so much I think I'm going to buy it for a Xmas gift and give it to my brother (I feel guilty buying it for myself since I have a SS Daytona).

Rockrolex · 3 December 2008, 04:05 AM

I'm wearing this one right now.

SUPERDOC · 3 December 2008, 04:11 AM

It could bully th eRollies around, but it has too much class...

moby33 · 3 December 2008, 04:54 AM

Love my Breitling Skyland Blacksteel...wish I could keep her...but the wife made me sell the Sub for the DSSD and now the BS is on the block since it gets no wrist time these days.

I'll get another one someday...I'm sure of that.

But I do agree with you as I thought the same thing. Pan & Omega additions to the forum, but no love for the Breitlings. Why? I guess they will have to stay "Non-Rolex" discussion topics for the time being. Cheers.

Terry Newton · 3 December 2008, 10:49 AM

I love the black Breitling and the dog seems to like it as well. Is that the DLC on the watch?

It sure is a nice looking watch. You've got a keeper there.

Terry Newton

Bisquitlips · 3 December 2008, 10:59 AM

I really love the Breitling watches! The Emergency must be a unique watch in the industry as I have never read of any other watch that has its features.

The others are simply great in no uncertain terms and very highly esteemed in my book.

Superb and I will be adding one to my collection in the future.

moby33 · 3 December 2008, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Terry Newton

I love the black Breitling and the dog seems to like it as well. Is that the DLC on the watch?

It sure is a nice looking watch. You've got a keeper there.

Terry Newton

Yep...the BS's are DLC. So far it's held up extremely well (although I confess it has not really gone through any tough duty). I kind of wish I would have cleaned it up a bit before the pics...any minor discoloration picked up in the pictures is from finger smudges. You can't see them in person, but the micro pictures pick everything up. If you wipe it down you get completely dull uniform black color...looks really sharp.

I wish it were a keeper...but alas, she's up for sale. I'm probably going to keep it posted on here & watchuseek until after the new year...if nobody wants to take it off my hands by then, it's off to the Bay where I'm sure someone will get a great deal on a sweet watch.

Cheers.

ronin7 · 4 December 2008, 05:25 AM

you guys have restored my faith in humanity

glad iam not on my own.some lovely pics guys

valenciajewelers · 4 December 2008, 05:43 AM

Trying to get rid of this one for a friend. But, I wouldn't mid keeping it for myself. :)

roadcarver · 4 December 2008, 07:06 AM

Dr. B (Fernando), can you adopt me as your brother?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr.B

I like this watch so much I think I'm going to buy it for a Xmas gift and give it to my brother (I feel guilty buying it for myself since I have a SS Daytona).

buz-lh · 4 December 2008, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by valenciajewelers

Trying to get rid of this one for a friend. But, I wouldn't mid keeping it for myself. :)

I thought long and hard about that watch, but was already pursuing something else. it's a beauty.

Latrodectus · 4 December 2008, 11:06 AM

BREITLING are very good looking watches

Airboundjd · 5 December 2008, 01:33 PM

I have had a Breitling B-1, with a blue face, for over 3 years and I love it. I always receive positive comments. I do have an issue though. My wife thought she would be nice and replace the battery for me after 2 plus years of wear (at a local watch shop) and now the hands don't match the digital time. I have heard that goofing with the guts will void the warranty and Breitling won't touch it. Any suggestions?
(the pic is not my watch, but the same nontheless)

ballain · 7 December 2008, 01:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by valenciajewelers

Trying to get rid of this one for a friend. But, I wouldn't mid keeping it for myself. :)

This is A beauty, If i could i would definitely get it off your hands hehe

alphamale2012 · 7 December 2008, 03:07 AM

Fantastic, thanks for sharing fellas

tomee · 10 December 2008, 09:46 AM

i quite like Breitlings design, but in my opinion they arent timeless enough for me.

moby33 · 10 December 2008, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by tomee

i quite like Breitlings design, but in my opinion they arent timeless enough for me.

So what...are you expecting to live forever? I like Rolex more (obviously), but I think B. have a number of models that not only look good today, but will look just as good 20 years from now. After that...I really don't care how a watch looks in comparison to the times...it's probably time for a new one anyways! Cheers.

tomee · 10 December 2008, 12:22 PM

i was mearly stating my opinion hence at the end i typed 'for me'
timeless for me means i can pass it on to my son and he can later on in the future.

GMTII Owner · 10 December 2008, 01:08 PM

Those are some beautiful Breitlings folks. Breitling is my second favorite brand after Rolex. Thanks for showing these.

John

navthedon · 10 December 2008, 10:59 PM

I just bought a Chronomat Evolution. SS Blk face and blk leather strap. Guys at the office are going gaga. Brets stick out more in my opinion. Have Rolex too but this is a real tank lol. Very happy with my Bret. Will try and up pics soon.

toph · 10 December 2008, 11:16 PM

Breitling are great- here is one i had during the summer- flipped it though.

moby33 · 11 December 2008, 03:44 AM

My only real complaint with Breitling is their obsession with high gloss polish on 95% of their watches. There have been a number of models I would easily have purchased if they were brushed SS...but alas, I had to pass as they were just too bling for my tastes. I don't know why it is, but to me, the high polish stuff almost makes the watch look cheap IMO (which I realize is kind of odd since I think they polish the material in hopes of making it seem more upscale

).

Then again, to each his/her own I guess...I do know I've read many responses on Breitling forums where the happy owners rave about the high polish cases/bracelets. Cheers.

28 November 2008, 08:40 PM	#1
ronin7 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: bucks uk Watch: green submariner Posts: 424	Breitling love whats going on?there is a forum here for lovers of panerais and omegas(a brand which i adore!) but there seems to be very little love for breitlings.whats the problem folks?why no love from the rolex fraternity? i own a titanium chrono avenger and a chrono super ocean and hope in the next month to be able to be able to add to this modest collection.i think they are a nice contrasrt to my rollies.am i alone with my admiration for the brand?

29 November 2008, 09:33 AM	#3
mikea "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: mike Location: Dallas, Tx Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 1,048	love my steelfish __________________ DD40 RG, SkyDweller, AP RO 15500 Exp 2 ,WG YM 42, YM 40

3 December 2008, 01:35 AM	#6
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	I love my Chrono Avenger... it is my daily wearer! and you cannot forget about the B logo engraved on the side of the bezel... __________________ I'm just a cook...

3 December 2008, 02:05 AM	#8
niels74 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Siberia,yes it is Posts: 640	48MM Sup Oc Herritage. yer not alone buddy .. (or maybe you are as its up for sale) since i have some pic's (here they are) 48MM Sup Ocean Herritage , on Mesh. now im starting to wonder if i should part from this watch

3 December 2008, 04:05 AM	#10
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,509	I'm wearing this one right now. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

29 November 2008, 11:57 AM	#4
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	Buz, that Breitling is a fantastic looking watch! Cheers, Bill P.

3 December 2008, 01:39 AM	#7
explodingtaco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mr. Taco Location: Right Behind You. Posts: 913	My Daily:

3 December 2008, 04:11 AM	#11
SUPERDOC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: R.J. Location: Canada Posts: 1,546	Bently Motors T... It could bully th eRollies around, but it has too much class...

3 December 2008, 04:54 AM	#12
moby33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Huntington Beach Watch: Rolex/Omega/Seiko Posts: 2,560	Love my Breitling Skyland Blacksteel...wish I could keep her...but the wife made me sell the Sub for the DSSD and now the BS is on the block since it gets no wrist time these days. I'll get another one someday...I'm sure of that. But I do agree with you as I thought the same thing. Pan & Omega additions to the forum, but no love for the Breitlings. Why? I guess they will have to stay "Non-Rolex" discussion topics for the time being. Cheers.

3 December 2008, 10:49 AM	#13
Terry Newton "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Terry Newton Location: Michigan Watch: Rolex TT GMT II c Posts: 6,644	I love the black Breitling and the dog seems to like it as well. Is that the DLC on the watch? It sure is a nice looking watch. You've got a keeper there. Terry Newton __________________ Terry Newton; Superstar and Fake Sleuth "Z" SS Date Submariner "Z" TT GMT-Master IIc

3 December 2008, 10:59 AM	#14
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,501	I really love the Breitling watches! The Emergency must be a unique watch in the industry as I have never read of any other watch that has its features. The others are simply great in no uncertain terms and very highly esteemed in my book. Superb and I will be adding one to my collection in the future. __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

4 December 2008, 05:25 AM	#16
ronin7 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: bucks uk Watch: green submariner Posts: 424	you guys have restored my faith in humanityglad iam not on my own.some lovely pics guys

4 December 2008, 05:43 AM	#17
valenciajewelers Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 67	Trying to get rid of this one for a friend. But, I wouldn't mid keeping it for myself. :)

4 December 2008, 11:06 AM	#20
Latrodectus 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 9,993	BREITLING are very good looking watches __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

7 December 2008, 03:07 AM	#23
alphamale2012 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Posts: 1,305	Fantastic, thanks for sharing fellas

10 December 2008, 09:46 AM	#24
tomee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 446	i quite like Breitlings design, but in my opinion they arent timeless enough for me.

10 December 2008, 12:22 PM	#26
tomee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 446	i was mearly stating my opinion hence at the end i typed 'for me' timeless for me means i can pass it on to my son and he can later on in the future.

10 December 2008, 01:08 PM	#27
GMTII Owner "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: John Location: Nashville, TN Watch: S/S GMT Master IIc Posts: 1,210	Those are some beautiful Breitlings folks. Breitling is my second favorite brand after Rolex. Thanks for showing these. John __________________

10 December 2008, 10:59 PM	#28
navthedon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: london Watch: SS Daytona White Posts: 19	I just bought a Chronomat Evolution. SS Blk face and blk leather strap. Guys at the office are going gaga. Brets stick out more in my opinion. Have Rolex too but this is a real tank lol. Very happy with my Bret. Will try and up pics soon.

11 December 2008, 03:44 AM	#30
moby33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Huntington Beach Watch: Rolex/Omega/Seiko Posts: 2,560	My only real complaint with Breitling is their obsession with high gloss polish on 95% of their watches. There have been a number of models I would easily have purchased if they were brushed SS...but alas, I had to pass as they were just too bling for my tastes. I don't know why it is, but to me, the high polish stuff almost makes the watch look cheap IMO (which I realize is kind of odd since I think they polish the material in hopes of making it seem more upscale). Then again, to each his/her own I guess...I do know I've read many responses on Breitling forums where the happy owners rave about the high polish cases/bracelets. Cheers.

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