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Old 23 March 2017, 09:56 AM   #1
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Looking to Buy First Breitling - Which Navitimer 01 or GMT

I am looking to purchase my first Breitling, i am interested in the Navitimer GMT or 01 - Looking at 46mm or 48mm versions in a steel bracelet.

I like the Black Dial and Blue Dial Versions - Looking for suggestions, tips and user feedback.... they both look gorgeous.


Also looking for a good discount on these, I am based in the Bay Area, can buy here or from the UK.

So far only really found Watchmaxx who give 30-35% off and also Jomashop. Not sure if I get the full warranty.

Looking for an AD so that I can get a 5 year warranty if possible
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Old 23 March 2017, 10:30 AM   #2
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Those 2mm's make a big difference if small wrist.
I have the 43mm 01 but if my small wrist could handle it, would spend the extra money on the GMT.
You should have no problem with a 20% discount, perhaps a bit more depending on AD.
Personally, while can be had at some vendors for a whole lot less, I prefer to pay a bit more and buy from an AD, with a factory warranty. Seems no Grey market vendor affords a Breitling factory warranty, only their own instead. That said, many satisfied customers with those vendors. Matter of what makes you feel warm.
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Old 23 March 2017, 10:58 AM   #3
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I am 6ft 4ins and broad.... would think that the 46mm and possibly the 48mm would work for me.

The 46mm looks huge too.

Any feedback regarding Watchmaxx from anyone?

I would buy from an AD if I could get 30% - 35% off, will have to factor in paying sales tax....watchmaxx charge no sales tax
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Old 23 March 2017, 11:03 AM   #4
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Looking to Buy First Breitling - Which Navitimer 01 or GMT

Take a look and give this one consideration as well:

https://www.youtube.com/embed/ppTNuo...toplay=1&rel=0


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Old 23 March 2017, 10:36 PM   #5
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Take a look and give this one consideration as well:
Definitely give it a look!

Just be very careful buying from a grey market dealer with no Breitling warranty, Breitling does not allow others to order parts for their watches. If a service is needed in the first five years (warranty period) you are looking at app. $750. Make sure the difference in price is worth it!
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Old 24 March 2017, 01:37 AM   #6
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Jomashop and Watchmaxx provide a 5yr warranty, so what happens if watch needs a service?

Can anyone reccomend an AD in US or UK ?
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Old 25 March 2017, 10:10 AM   #7
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Best thing go try both and see which sings more good luck
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Old 5 April 2017, 08:20 PM   #8
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Gmt 44 is one of the best I ever had.
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Old 6 April 2017, 01:00 AM   #9
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Looking to go for the huge 48mm GMT.. biding my time to find the right deal....

Are watchmaxx any good? They are offerring 35% off... best from an AD i am getting is 25% off.
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Old 6 April 2017, 01:23 AM   #10
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Looking to go for the huge 48mm GMT.. biding my time to find the right deal....

Are watchmaxx any good? They are offerring 35% off... best from an AD i am getting is 25% off.
The warranty from watchmaxx would be worthless unless they're just going to send to Breitling on your behalf.
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Old 6 April 2017, 01:33 AM   #11
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I have an older Navitimer Olympus, which is not a GMT but is semi-perpetual (only needs resetting once every 4 years) with a chronograph function. I love it.

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Old 6 April 2017, 05:35 AM   #12
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get the rattrapante Navitimer. That is a serious in-house complication that even the most die hard breitling hater cannot disparage.
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Old 6 April 2017, 07:49 AM   #13
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get the rattrapante Navitimer. That is a serious in-house complication that even the most die hard breitling hater cannot disparage.
Agree it's an incredible watch but for the average consumer, why pay the premium for a dual Chrono if most don't even use one?
That watch retails for around $3,000 more than a 43 or 46mm Navitimer.
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Old 7 April 2017, 02:28 PM   #14
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Agree it's an incredible watch but for the average consumer, why pay the premium for a dual Chrono if most don't even use one?
That watch retails for around $3,000 more than a 43 or 46mm Navitimer.
I may be wrong but I think it has a flyback feature which makes it somewhat idiot proof. So you dont have to start stop reset, but I havent tried the breitling version of the complication.
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Old 11 April 2017, 11:47 PM   #15
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That b03 movement presentation was truly breathtaking
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Old 12 April 2017, 01:48 AM   #16
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I never use the chrono but love the looks of one.

A must is at least the 46mm case and a steel bracelet, if I can save 2-3k by going for a non chrono model then that is an option


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Agree it's an incredible watch but for the average consumer, why pay the premium for a dual Chrono if most don't even use one?
That watch retails for around $3,000 more than a 43 or 46mm Navitimer.
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Old 14 April 2017, 07:40 AM   #17
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I just bought this few days ago.

I think the Navitimer is iconic and the b01 movement so far has been outstanding and very pretty to look at.

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