Author Topic: Why no one talk about Breitling around here.. (Read 35432 times)

1to12 · « **Reply #25 on:** February 12, 2013, 02:19:41 PM »

That's a very clean looking Navitimer. Nice

cspoh001 · « **Reply #26 on:** March 01, 2013, 08:59:50 PM »

I have a avenger sea wolf and sky racer. Both are very well built. I like the built quality of breathing very much. Watch is self preference , there is no right or wrong. After all is your own money. You just have to justify your own satisfaction. Buy whatever you like but not other people like.

rfc · « **Reply #27 on:** March 02, 2013, 05:14:12 AM »

Fair point! For me the dials are too crowded and the watches are extremely large so I am personally not a fan. That said a few friends swear by them. I like the transoceanic day dates, much cheaper than it's Rolex alternate and very omega like in its design

tomlaw · « **Reply #28 on:** March 15, 2013, 06:43:14 PM »

Wow, a Breitling thread, finally!

The older Chronomat are smaller, at only 39.5mm, so do other older model like the Superocean, Navitimer, Colt, etc.

The over 44mm Breitling trend started about 12 years back and you will be surprised to see some smaller model Breitling still available in some shops (new or preowned).

GMTmaster · « **Reply #29 on:** March 15, 2013, 07:11:15 PM »

Quote from: STT1987 on February 04, 2013, 03:15:58 PM

Breitling Chronomat GMT 47mm Limited Edition[/b]

I like Breitlings...

Hi, STT1987, are you sure it is 47mm Chronomatt. I tried the 44mm Chronomatt GMT in Singapore before. Personally, I think it is quite a heavy watch, of course I tried the SS bracelet model. And I feel the case is a bit too thick for my liking.

If you owned one before, what is your opinion on this piece?

1to12 · « **Reply #30 on:** March 16, 2013, 01:38:17 PM »

Just bought a Breitling Anti-Choc. Was still on the way from Italy. Cant wait to see her on Monday. Will post pic of our first meeting.

1to12 · « **Reply #31 on:** March 18, 2013, 11:50:57 AM »

The lady has arrived! I was so excited to meet her. She's much more beautiful in person.

Here's the Breitling Anti-choc, with a twist...

CKL1213 · « **Reply #32 on:** March 18, 2013, 01:14:54 PM »

what a classic

STT1987 · « **Reply #33 on:** March 18, 2013, 02:31:16 PM »

Quote from: GMTmaster on March 15, 2013, 07:11:15 PM

Hi, STT1987, are you sure it is 47mm Chronomatt. I tried the 44mm Chronomatt GMT in Singapore before. Personally, I think it is quite a heavy watch, of course I tried the SS bracelet model. And I feel the case is a bit too thick for my liking.

If you owned one before, what is your opinion on this piece?

This is the 47mm Chronomat LE GMT version with the newer B02 movement.

My opinion? I spent $$$$ on it and still own it - of course I like it!
Big heavy chunk of metal, with a very busy and blingy dial which takes some getting use to. Breitlings are an acquired taste. I have a custom croc leather strap on it, reduces some weight compared to the metal bracelet.

bezelnut · « **Reply #34 on:** March 18, 2013, 02:45:15 PM »

Quote from: 1to12 on March 18, 2013, 11:50:57 AM

The lady has arrived! I was so excited to meet her. She's much more beautiful in person.

Here's the Breitling Anti-choc, with a twist...

This 1 just look exquisite. How large is the watch diameter?

spryken · « **Reply #35 on:** March 18, 2013, 04:45:51 PM »

I'm on a Steelfish. it's a nice watch i have ot say, but need to let go as i'm funding now . : (

1to12 · « **Reply #36 on:** March 18, 2013, 04:46:37 PM »

Thanks! As with watches from the 60s, they are not big. This one is 36mm. My min size is usually 39mm but made an exception as I just love the choc!

B747-4H6 · « **Reply #37 on:** March 18, 2013, 07:21:41 PM »

I'm looking for a preowned Aerospace to wear to work. Seen any in the market lately?

GMTmaster · « **Reply #38 on:** March 18, 2013, 07:39:28 PM »

Quote from: STT1987 on March 18, 2013, 02:31:16 PM

Quote from: GMTmaster on March 15, 2013, 07:11:15 PM
Hi, STT1987, are you sure it is 47mm Chronomatt. I tried the 44mm Chronomatt GMT in Singapore before. Personally, I think it is quite a heavy watch, of course I tried the SS bracelet model. And I feel the case is a bit too thick for my liking.

If you owned one before, what is your opinion on this piece?

This is the 47mm Chronomat LE GMT version with the newer B02 movement.

My opinion? I spent $$$$ on it and still own it - of course I like it!
Big heavy chunk of metal, with a very busy and blingy dial which takes some getting use to. Breitlings are an acquired taste. I have a custom croc leather strap on it, reduces some weight compared to the metal bracelet.

Ya, just as I thought. Initially I quite like the grey dial with grey sub-dials, to reduce the blingy and busy looking effect. But the weight and thickness of the case made me think twice.

Among its bracelet and Rolex Oyster Bracelet, I prefer the oyster. So... Leaving the Chronomatt 44 GMT for my next round of consideration...

Regards.

bezelnut · « **Reply #39 on:** March 19, 2013, 10:07:04 AM »

Quote from: 1to12 on March 18, 2013, 04:46:37 PM

Thanks! As with watches from the 60s, they are not big. This one is 36mm. My min size is usually 39mm but made an exception as I just love the choc!

In my opinion, 36mm is just fine, if not perfect, especially it is a vintage. the size is the average in those days. In fact, I do find some of today's watches are too large in comparison.

If you have the time, do post some wrist shots, i'll be very grateful.

1to12 · « **Reply #40 on:** March 19, 2013, 06:02:04 PM »

Yah, am willing to make some exceptions on the size for vintages... but only if I really like the watch. In terms of max size, think I am ok with 45mm.

Have just posted the wrist shot on the other thread.

Cheers mate

bezelnut · « **Reply #41 on:** March 20, 2013, 08:25:26 AM »

Saw your wrist shot. It does meet with expectation. Good purchase you got there.

I don't have particularly large wrist, so for me 42mm is about max. Ideal would be 38mm. My current everyday watch only fare 37mm.

CKL1213 · « **Reply #42 on:** March 20, 2013, 08:50:11 AM »

no love for super avenger?

1to12 · « **Reply #43 on:** March 20, 2013, 09:27:05 PM »

Quote from: bezelnut on March 20, 2013, 08:25:26 AM

Saw your wrist shot. It does meet with expectation. Good purchase you got there.

I don't have particularly large wrist, so for me 42mm is about max. Ideal would be 38mm. My current everyday watch only fare 37mm.

Thanks mate! It looks nicer in person. And the soft Italian leather feels so good on the wrist.

I've always preferred bigger watches but after trying this and being pleasantly surprised by how nicely it fits my wrist, I am becoming more open to smaller sizes although not below 35mm.

sky1977 · « **Reply #44 on:** March 21, 2013, 08:14:05 AM »

hi there fellow watch lover, u have a nice collection of bertling there. i like the super ocean u have nice piece. must have cost a bomb .

kicksology · « **Reply #45 on:** April 05, 2013, 11:57:41 PM »

just sold my old steelfish, will get a new one asap!

GMTmaster · « **Reply #46 on:** September 30, 2013, 05:22:13 PM »

I recently went to Mid Valley and had a chance to try on the Chronomat 44 GMT. It was an unintentional visit but I found the watch actually looked quite nice on the wrist.

It has the new Breitling manufacture movement b04. Yah I know, it is not a well perceived/talked-about brand. Some how I feel it could be a nice addition to my collection. I like watches that are tool-watch-like.

Any comments...

JayJay · « **Reply #47 on:** September 30, 2013, 08:04:57 PM »

Alternate gmt

Superocean gmt LE

fantasywatch2 · « **Reply #48 on:** October 01, 2013, 03:50:49 PM »

cool watch to own i have a super ocean 44 the quaility is nice and solid

B747-4H6 · « **Reply #49 on:** December 22, 2013, 09:42:32 PM »

I saw a used steelfish for sale somewhere. Do you guys think it's a good buy. I'm not so sure if the watch is going to be too big for my 7 inch wrist. Help!

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