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Shade · 24 August 2011, 02:35 PM

Picture taken from google.

As said, what are your thoughts regarding this model? I particularly liked the one with blue seconds hand. It's quite big, I think as large as a DSSD, but slightly thinner.

Will it be an iconic watch? Will it bore me? Will it hold value if I decided to sell it?

Any thoughts welcome! :)

EchoBlueUK · 24 August 2011, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Shade

Picture taken from google.

As said, what are your thoughts regarding this model? I particularly liked the one with blue seconds hand. It's quite big, I think as large as a DSSD, but slightly thinner.

Will it be an iconic watch? Will it bore me? Will it hold value if I decided to sell it?

Any thoughts welcome! :)

Imho i think its more of a fashionable watch at the moment rather than a future classic. The design is likely to polarise opinions. Personally i don't like the direction Breitling is going in with their new designs. I'm not a fan of the fonts they are using. But if you like it who cares what others think. Good luck!

eric23 · 24 August 2011, 11:58 PM

I like it!! Looks good!

rgilbert24 · 25 August 2011, 12:39 PM

I have a superocean heritage 46 which now comes in a 42. I think it is an amazing looking watch and IMHO more likely to become iconic.

TB72 · 25 August 2011, 07:29 PM

I tried on an SO44 recently and it was superb. The only worry I have is how well the rubber bezel stands up to wear and tear.

Haven't tried on the SO Heritage 42 but that looks the business.

The Avenger Seawolf is also a superb watch and well worth a look.

dysondiver · 25 August 2011, 07:31 PM

it looks smart and moddern , but maybe the moddern look wont age well ,
but its smart now.

Christiaan · 26 August 2011, 01:28 AM

I love it, especially the chrono version. Iconic? Tough to say. If you want iconic I would get a navitimer.

Raucky · 26 August 2011, 12:26 PM

I really like mine (wear it more than my Rolex) and i would have to agree that iconic is Navitimer, but for a fun sporty watch it rules.

vukotab · 29 August 2011, 08:35 AM

I don`t think that most modern watches will ever be considered as iconic, they`re all mass produced and there are really little innovations in industry in terms of design and functionality...
However, I really like the looks of new Superocean, that blue second hand looks very nice, but I`m still more fond of older model (42mm, before rubber bezel, more classical looks) and, of course, the Steelfish.

dddrees · 29 August 2011, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by christiaan

i love it, especially the chrono version. Iconic? Tough to say. If you want iconic i would get a navitimer.

x2

rolexsweep · 29 August 2011, 11:55 PM

I love the heritage 46... Something about it, just clean

mboverst · 30 August 2011, 12:15 AM

I think I was one of the first people to take photos of the SO II (42mm) a year or so ago when they first came out. I loved the look of it and had one pre-ordered since it was announced. Now it looks like I'm going to have to pick up it's 44mm brother as I'm loving the new size (I'm a PAM guy)!

Art 1 · 30 August 2011, 01:52 AM

It won't hold it's value nor will it become iconic. But, it is one tough watch, every bit as good as a Sub.

apeogre · 4 September 2011, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by TB72

Haven't tried on the SO Heritage 42 but that looks the business

I have tried it on....it most certainly is the business. Perfect size for my wrist. I want to see the white face blue bezel in person.

sea-dweller · 6 September 2011, 12:05 PM

Looks sharp!

paul2g2 · 10 September 2011, 04:37 PM

niceness!

Punjabusa · 12 September 2011, 10:37 AM

looks nice, the font makes the watch stand out.

czar48 · 2 October 2011, 12:43 PM

Loold much better in the flesh, too. Love mine. Wear it almost every day.

bmw3er · 8 October 2011, 02:46 AM

I have one in yellow, and I love it. Gets lots of looks and like others have said, its durable.

photonut · 8 November 2011, 01:54 PM

i think this looks like a copy of the rolex deep sea.
i like the deep sea better.

RXPete · 8 November 2011, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by photonut

i think this looks like a copy of the rolex deep sea.
i like the deep sea better.

I don't see a resemblance.

Raucky · 9 November 2011, 08:54 PM

I don't see the resemblance either, other than it's about the same size, and it's about a 3rd of the price so it's a great buy imo.

FeelingTheBlues · 10 November 2011, 11:51 AM

Personally I think it looks much sportier than a DSSD but that's just me. Otherwise, congratulations (a bit late) to Norman for that beauty.

Ultraman · 10 November 2011, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EchoBlueUK

Personally i don't like the direction Breitling is going in with their new designs. I'm not a fan of the fonts they are using. But if you like it who cares what others think. Good luck!

My sentiments exactly.

Breitling does make quality watches. I like the range they offered from 2001 -2010.

wokafu · 10 November 2011, 03:33 PM

Heritage...good looking...

conrail · 16 November 2011, 12:42 AM

I think its hideous. I love the old line of Superocean watches - owned the 44m Superocean Steelfish and 42mm Chrono Superocean. Lord knows what they were thinking with that dial or bezel on the new one. For being a true sport watch, the old design still had a classy look to it.

Turkeyboy · 16 November 2011, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by rgilbert24

I have a superocean heritage 46 which now comes in a 42. I think it is an amazing looking watch and IMHO more likely to become iconic.

That's a beauty......one of my favorites!!!!!! Here's what I just picked up

mrbill2mrbill2 · 16 November 2011, 10:07 AM

The blue looks good. As for being iconic - no! With Breitling changing the models so frequently iconic is out of the question - like most Omegas. As for holding is price - sorry but it will not.

I have a Steelfish that I love, I got at a good discount otherwise the resale value would have changed my mind. I do not plan on selling but the the resale value cannot be overlooked.

Submarino · 20 November 2011, 02:13 PM

Nice piece with a very nice price tag!!!

davecc85 · 7 December 2011, 12:17 AM

wow love how it looks :)

24 August 2011, 02:35 PM	#1
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Breitling Superocean 44mm. Picture taken from google. As said, what are your thoughts regarding this model? I particularly liked the one with blue seconds hand. It's quite big, I think as large as a DSSD, but slightly thinner. Will it be an iconic watch? Will it bore me? Will it hold value if I decided to sell it? Any thoughts welcome! :) __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

26 August 2011, 01:28 AM	#7
Christiaan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Christiaan Location: Fort Mill, SC Watch: 67' Breitling Navi Posts: 1,617	I love it, especially the chrono version. Iconic? Tough to say. If you want iconic I would get a navitimer. __________________ "Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities" Frank Lloyd Wright. "For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been and there you will long to return." DaVinci

26 August 2011, 12:26 PM	#8
Raucky "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Jim Location: Ohio Watch: Milgauss Wht V Posts: 204	I really like mine (wear it more than my Rolex) and i would have to agree that iconic is Navitimer, but for a fun sporty watch it rules. __________________ Milgauss Wht V

29 August 2011, 11:55 PM	#11
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	I love the heritage 46... Something about it, just clean __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

9 November 2011, 08:54 PM	#22
Raucky "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Jim Location: Ohio Watch: Milgauss Wht V Posts: 204	I don't see the resemblance either, other than it's about the same size, and it's about a 3rd of the price so it's a great buy imo. __________________ Milgauss Wht V

24 August 2011, 11:58 PM	#3
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	I like it!! Looks good!

25 August 2011, 12:39 PM	#4
rgilbert24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Winnipeg Posts: 12	I have a superocean heritage 46 which now comes in a 42. I think it is an amazing looking watch and IMHO more likely to become iconic.

25 August 2011, 07:29 PM	#5
TB72 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Scotland Posts: 55	I tried on an SO44 recently and it was superb. The only worry I have is how well the rubber bezel stands up to wear and tear. Haven't tried on the SO Heritage 42 but that looks the business. The Avenger Seawolf is also a superb watch and well worth a look.

25 August 2011, 07:31 PM	#6
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	it looks smart and moddern , but maybe the moddern look wont age well , but its smart now.

29 August 2011, 08:35 AM	#9
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	I don`t think that most modern watches will ever be considered as iconic, they`re all mass produced and there are really little innovations in industry in terms of design and functionality... However, I really like the looks of new Superocean, that blue second hand looks very nice, but I`m still more fond of older model (42mm, before rubber bezel, more classical looks) and, of course, the Steelfish.

30 August 2011, 12:15 AM	#12
mboverst "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Dallas Posts: 1,683	I think I was one of the first people to take photos of the SO II (42mm) a year or so ago when they first came out. I loved the look of it and had one pre-ordered since it was announced. Now it looks like I'm going to have to pick up it's 44mm brother as I'm loving the new size (I'm a PAM guy)!

30 August 2011, 01:52 AM	#13
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	It won't hold it's value nor will it become iconic. But, it is one tough watch, every bit as good as a Sub.

6 September 2011, 12:05 PM	#15
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Looks sharp!

10 September 2011, 04:37 PM	#16
paul2g2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: spfld,ma Posts: 53	niceness!

12 September 2011, 10:37 AM	#17
Punjabusa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 89	looks nice, the font makes the watch stand out.

2 October 2011, 12:43 PM	#18
czar48 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: CT, USA Posts: 2	Loold much better in the flesh, too. Love mine. Wear it almost every day.

8 October 2011, 02:46 AM	#19
bmw3er Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Iowa Watch: 16610LV, Milgauss Posts: 30	I have one in yellow, and I love it. Gets lots of looks and like others have said, its durable.

8 November 2011, 01:54 PM	#20
photonut "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: michigan Posts: 1	i think this looks like a copy of the rolex deep sea. i like the deep sea better.

10 November 2011, 11:51 AM	#23
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Personally I think it looks much sportier than a DSSD but that's just me. Otherwise, congratulations (a bit late) to Norman for that beauty. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

10 November 2011, 03:33 PM	#25
wokafu "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: SM300+14060M Posts: 2,012	Heritage...good looking...

16 November 2011, 12:42 AM	#26
conrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,177	I think its hideous. I love the old line of Superocean watches - owned the 44m Superocean Steelfish and 42mm Chrono Superocean. Lord knows what they were thinking with that dial or bezel on the new one. For being a true sport watch, the old design still had a classy look to it. __________________ "Oh, you give a f****' aspirin a headache, pal!"

16 November 2011, 10:07 AM	#28
mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	The blue looks good. As for being iconic - no! With Breitling changing the models so frequently iconic is out of the question - like most Omegas. As for holding is price - sorry but it will not. I have a Steelfish that I love, I got at a good discount otherwise the resale value would have changed my mind. I do not plan on selling but the the resale value cannot be overlooked. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of the Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons - ID # 13

20 November 2011, 02:13 PM	#29
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	Nice piece with a very nice price tag!!! __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

7 December 2011, 12:17 AM	#30
davecc85 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: MR. C Location: Canada Watch: IWC aquatimer Posts: 3	wow love how it looks :)

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