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Old 8 April 2019, 05:38 AM   #1
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Suggest A Breitling For Me

So, I'm thinking about adding a Breitling to my collection, but really know almost nothing about them.

My general watch preferences are:

Bracelet over strap
Not huge (usually nothing >40mm, but would go up to 42mm)
Could really use a blue or green dial. Also brown.

I don't want to spend a lot of money - I'd probably want to buy resale or through a gray market source.

What would be some good options for a first Breitling?
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Old 8 April 2019, 05:49 AM   #2
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Transocean,Chrono. Or new panda premier line with b01 in house movement. I have 3 breitlings and all have been solid for years.
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Old 8 April 2019, 09:46 AM   #3
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Get a Superocean Heritage
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Old 19 April 2019, 04:52 AM   #4
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Wesdaniel PM me I have many options!
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Old 19 April 2019, 04:54 AM   #5
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Old 19 April 2019, 05:02 AM   #6
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This too in the 42mm or less size



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Old 19 April 2019, 07:24 AM   #7
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This would be my choice. I went with the chrono with the B01 movement and have been very happy with my choice.
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Old 19 April 2019, 02:53 PM   #8
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Thanks for all the feedback, everyone. After looking at several of their watches, I think the one that speaks to me the most is this one:

Galactic Unitime World Time

I'm a big fan of the Worldtime complication - I just wish there were dial colors other than black and white available.
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Old 19 April 2019, 09:43 PM   #9
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Are you looking at Jomashop exclusively? They aren’t an authorized dealer. They only carry older models that dealers are moving on. Basically, they are greymarket. Not saying not to buy from Jomashop as I bought 1 watch from them too. Just be aware no Breitling warranty from Jomashop. Go to a dealer and try some on. You’re in San Diego so tons of dealers in your area. Breitling has so many models and configurations it’s mind boggling compared to Rolex.

Also that watch in your link is a 44mm. You said nothing bigger than a 42mm
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Old 20 April 2019, 05:34 AM   #10
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Are you looking at Jomashop exclusively? They aren’t an authorized dealer. They only carry older models that dealers are moving on. Basically, they are greymarket. Not saying not to buy from Jomashop as I bought 1 watch from them too. Just be aware no Breitling warranty from Jomashop. Go to a dealer and try some on. You’re in San Diego so tons of dealers in your area. Breitling has so many models and configurations it’s mind boggling compared to Rolex.

Also that watch in your link is a 44mm. You said nothing bigger than a 42mm
Not looking exclusively at Jomashop, but I wouldn't buy one retail. I don't see the value for their MSRP's.

I've purchased a couple of watches from Joma and have had good experiences - same with Amazon direct.

Thanks for pointing out the 44mm. That is a bit larger than I prefer, but, you're right - worthwhile to go try some on.

Thanks!
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Old 20 April 2019, 05:47 AM   #11
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I tried the Navitimer 8 Automatic Day Date recently in blue and really liked it. ETA modified movement for inexpensive maintenance. 41mm. Comfy. Not super expensive new.

Reference: A45330101C1X3

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Old 20 April 2019, 11:05 AM   #12
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I am sticking with the Premier collection only for now, Bentley Green on its way soon with croc green strap. I would recommend anything from the Premier line.
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Old 8 May 2019, 05:09 AM   #13
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like the navitimer chrono
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Old 8 May 2019, 11:04 AM   #14
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Love my transocean chrono. It's 43mm, though, so barely larger than what you wanted, but it has the in house b01 movement and those looks...

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Old 8 May 2019, 12:10 PM   #15
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Old 8 May 2019, 05:28 PM   #16
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Premier panda should be high on the list. I was new to the brand about a week ago and pulled the trigger on the bentley green premier. Love the watch soo much i'm thinking of adding the panda dial version to the collection. The way Rolex is going with its supply strategy other watch brands are on the attack.
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Old 8 May 2019, 10:42 PM   #17
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Love my transocean chrono. It's 43mm, though, so barely larger than what you wanted, but it has the in house b01 movement and those looks...

Gorgeous looking chronograph.
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Gorgeous looking chronograph.
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Old 9 May 2019, 01:23 AM   #19
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Transocean Chronograph. Love mine and it keeps better time than my more expensive watches that begin with R...
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Old 9 May 2019, 04:22 AM   #20
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Navitimer is the iconic Breitling watch. They wear smaller than their size, so try one on before ruling it out. And note, a Navitimer is supposed to wear a bit larger (part of its history since you need to read the dial as a pilot).
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Old 10 May 2019, 02:03 AM   #21
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Big fan of the SuperOcean Heritage II, but I am not sure it will fit into your size requirements...

Love mine!
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Old 10 May 2019, 03:21 AM   #22
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Except that it's 43mm, also the Transocean Chronograph.IMG_0261.jpg
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The superocean heritage in natural sunlight looks amazing. Here’s a pic of mine from yesterday.

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Love my transocean chrono. It's 43mm, though, so barely larger than what you wanted, but it has the in house b01 movement and those looks...

This beauty or the Premier Panda would be my top choices.
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Old 19 May 2019, 09:56 PM   #25
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Pick out a Navitimer. Recommend you try it on before purchasing. I had a 48mm and found it to be too large for my taste, comfort and fit for shirt sleeves.
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What else is in your collection ? Depending on that, you may be disappointed by Breitling. I’ve had two and sold them both.


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I ended up going cheap and getting a Breitling Colt. I actually like it. I like the dial and the feel of it on my wrist.

My collection is pretty basic:

Rolex - YG Day-Date, WG Day-Date, Datejust, Explorer II

Omega - Constellation Double Eagle, DeVille Hour Vision Annual Calendar

Cartier - Pasha & Tank

Dubey & Schaldebrand - Gran' Chrono Astro

JLC - Master Compressor, Master Control Date

Breguet - Marine

Tag - Monaco (blue)

Tudor - DoubleDate

The Breitling will get some wrist time, but not a lot. It's not a bad watch though.
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Old 21 May 2019, 09:49 AM   #28
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I ended up going cheap and getting a Breitling Colt. I actually like it. I like the dial and the feel of it on my wrist.

My collection is pretty basic:

Rolex - YG Day-Date, WG Day-Date, Datejust, Explorer II

Omega - Constellation Double Eagle, DeVille Hour Vision Annual Calendar

Cartier - Pasha & Tank

Dubey & Schaldebrand - Gran' Chrono Astro

JLC - Master Compressor, Master Control Date

Breguet - Marine

Tag - Monaco (blue)

Tudor - DoubleDate

The Breitling will get some wrist time, but not a lot. It's not a bad watch though.


I wouldn’t call your collection “basic”- it’s very nice !!
Didn’t mean to say anything bad about breitling. Congrats on the Colt- enjoy !


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Old 21 May 2019, 09:54 AM   #29
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I wouldn’t call your collection “basic”- it’s very nice !!
Didn’t mean to say anything bad about breitling. Congrats on the Colt- enjoy !


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Thanks, JR! When I say basic, it runs kind of a consistent pattern - I prefer smaller (36mm - 42mm) dress-type watches. It's the opposite of what most people like today. Makes it easy for me to not compete with those looking for big, sporty watches.
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Navitimer is the iconic Breitling watch. They wear smaller than their size, so try one on before ruling it out. And note, a Navitimer is supposed to wear a bit larger (part of its history since you need to read the dial as a pilot).
Agree. My next will be a 46mm navi on mesh. Alot of dial logo changes though since 2014...wings, "B" with larger three line text, and "B" with smaller two line text. I prefer the first two, but trying to find reasoning for the last two configs?

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