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diablojota · 11 June 2009, 11:18 AM

So, first off, let me apologize. I apparently do not have the gift of watch photography like many of our members here do. This is why I always appreciate the beautiful photographs that people take here. But at any rate, I figured I'd have to take some pictures of the new addition to my collection (thanks Greg!). It's my first Breitling, and I really had no intentions of buying one. But once I received it, I totally fell in love with it. I don't have pics of the packaging up, but I personally found that the packaging is a huge improvement over what you get from Rolex, and the watch is far less expensive. This watch retails less than what my Rolex did 5 years ago. The other thing that I love about this watch is the way it has a clean dial, and looks very much like the Rolex Sub and Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. It's 46mm, but definitely doesn't feel overly large. So here are just a couple pics of my new Breitling (I may actually be a convert now, time will tell).
Again, these pics don't do the watch justice.
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diablojota · 11 June 2009, 11:18 AM

And let me apologize for the fingerprints, dust, etc. All my fault. Just wanted to get some pics while I had some sunlight.

Mosco · 11 June 2009, 11:26 AM

Looks good, my friend! You may be a convert indeed! And you're absolutely welcome, further, THANK YOU for putting your trust in me, glad I didn't let you down!

ijen0311 · 11 June 2009, 11:30 AM

welcome to the dark side!

DSJ · 11 June 2009, 11:32 AM

That is a nice watch - I don't care what the others are telling you!

lobo58 · 11 June 2009, 11:46 AM

Just a stunner.

diablojota · 11 June 2009, 11:47 AM

David, I agree. It's a stunning watch, and very solid feeling. It does look great as well. And the AR coating is very nice touch.

mikea · 11 June 2009, 12:52 PM

a great watch...congrats

lobo58 · 11 June 2009, 12:56 PM

It is watches like this that make me wonder if Rolex will be the collectible twenty years up the road. Not that I care. In twenty years I'll be wearing my pants chest high and complaining about the government full time. But this is a beautiful design...it's a keeper Frank.

Mosco · 11 June 2009, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lobo58

It is watches like this that make me wonder if Rolex will be the collectible twenty years up the road. Not that I care. In twenty years I'll be wearing my pants chest high and complaining about the government full time. But this is a beautiful design...it's a keeper Frank.

Exactly - that's what I told Frank too!

diablojota · 11 June 2009, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lobo58

It is watches like this that make me wonder if Rolex will be the collectible twenty years up the road. Not that I care. In twenty years I'll be wearing my pants chest high and complaining about the government full time. But this is a beautiful design...it's a keeper Frank.

I couldn't agree more. Especially with the volumes that Rolex produces and the fact that I think they are pricing themselves out of their most devout owners (e.g., me). I love my Sub. My favorite watch of all time. But just the little bit of wrist time with this Breitling is making me less enamored by the Rolex brand. Don't get me wrong. I love Rolex and will always love it as I have always thought of it as the quintessential watch company. But this Breitling is well made and just simply well executed in design.

Mike B · 11 June 2009, 01:31 PM

Very nice indeed !
Looking quick, it does look somewhat similar to an Omega Planet Ocean too :)

diablojota · 11 June 2009, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike B

Very nice indeed !
Looking quick, it does look somewhat similar to an Omega Planet Ocean too :)

You're correct. It does have some resemblance to the PO as well.

Another thing I like is the hash markers on the bezel vs. the numbers. Very clean looking and understated, which is why I love the Sub too.

cody p · 11 June 2009, 03:32 PM

my favorite breitling. congrats.

diablojota · 11 June 2009, 03:44 PM

Thank you! I am really happy with it.

Saxon007 · 12 June 2009, 10:54 AM

I absolutely love the way this watch looks. I would jump all over a 40mm one but alas, they do not make a 40mm, only 46mm (too big for me) and 38mm - a bit small. I may still get a 38mm one day.

Beautiful!

blackmsport · 12 June 2009, 11:28 AM

SHITE... It's so NICE

diablojota · 12 June 2009, 12:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saxon007

I absolutely love the way this watch looks. I would jump all over a 40mm one but alas, they do not make a 40mm, only 46mm (too big for me) and 38mm - a bit small. I may still get a 38mm one day.

Beautiful!

Thank you! You know, I had concerns about the 46mm being too large as I don't have large wrists either. However, this thing does not seem so big on the wrist. If it was the 38, I know that it wouldn't get the wrist time that it has been getting. Currently my Sub has been stashed as this may be my new daily wearer.

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Originally Posted by blackmsport

SHITE... It's so NICE

Thank you! It really is a fantastic watch. I've been very happy with it so far.

dawgfan#1 · 12 June 2009, 12:55 PM

Congats my fellow dawgfan. I love my Brietling as well. They look fantastic and feel like they are truly built to last. I actually bought my Breitling before my Sub. It took me a little time to get used to the smaller watch.

diablojota · 12 June 2009, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dawgfan#1

Congats my fellow dawgfan. I love my Brietling as well. They look fantastic and feel like they are truly built to last. I actually bought my Breitling before my Sub. It took me a little time to get used to the smaller watch.

Go Dawgs! Sic 'em!

For me, Rolex always represented what I thought to be the end all of watches for me. However, this Breitling simply looked to good to not give it a try. I love the size and weight. I love the clean looking dial and bezel. The clasp with micro-adjustments is awesome. I do wish I had a stainless steel bracelet for it as well. The rubber strap, while comfortable, does also look a bit too casual for me sometimes. I will definitely consider getting the bracelet after some time, but first need to focus on some other things first. But in the short period I have owned this watch, I have been very happy.

Like I mentioned, Rolex used to be it, there was no other watch company that I was at all interested in. But since the prices have spiraled up so high (IMO) I no longer feel that the present the same value that it once did. Don't get me wrong, my Submariner will always be my favorite watch, but I won't be nearly as hesitant to try another brand of watch, even though I always new Breitlings were a reputable brand, as is Omega and many others.

JJ Irani · 12 June 2009, 05:22 PM

What a gorgeously stunning dial, Frank. One of the best Breitling dials I've seen out there without being too over-crowded. Love it!!

Wear it in good health, buddy......always.

Your friend - JJ

diablojota · 12 June 2009, 05:25 PM

Thank you, JJ! I couldn't agree with you more. The dial is definitely one of Breitling's best, in my opinion!

Nucengineer · 26 September 2009, 08:16 AM

I think the SOH on the black rubber is THE combo! Nice choice pardner!!! Also, I tried some SOHs on in the Islands, summer before last, and they really wear smaller than they are. They don't look like a monster Panerai. Don't go by the 46mm, try one on you might be surprised - to those who write off the SOH because of the stated dimensions.

johnswatch · 30 September 2009, 09:01 PM

I tried the 46mm chronograph version in an AD recently.

You can instantly recognise that it's a quality product. The clasp is tight and precise and the dial is to die for.

I even loved the rubber strap more than the bracelet.

I'll definately be adding one to my collection.

Ultraman · 30 September 2009, 10:40 PM

Looks great!

dpj17 · 1 October 2009, 05:27 AM

Great pick up Frank! I bought one last year and recently sold it when I picked up my SD (thought they resembled each other too closely to keep both), your pics are making me miss it though.

mercury66 · 1 October 2009, 05:51 AM

I especially like the rubber strap and clasp on these watches

rvan · 1 October 2009, 06:06 AM

wow that blue is deep. like i could drown in it. this is one of the few Breitlings i like.

asadtiger · 1 October 2009, 06:15 AM

awesome watch Frank..I saw a 46mm a while ago...didn't try it on but it did look very BIG...now I think I should have cuz it looks great on you...it is sure very well and solidly built...great choice

Brentomatic · 1 October 2009, 07:21 AM

When I first saw this watch a year ago, I didn't really like it. It just didn't scream "Breitling" like most of their other models do. During this past year, I have grown quite fond of this watch to the point that I would certainly buy it AND wear it in my watch rotation. The Ocean Racer black strap look squite nice on it as does the braided steel bracelet.

Congratulations on buying a beautiful watch! Oh yes, your photos are great!!

11 June 2009, 11:18 AM	#2
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	And let me apologize for the fingerprints, dust, etc. All my fault. Just wanted to get some pics while I had some sunlight. __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

11 June 2009, 11:26 AM	#3
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Looks good, my friend! You may be a convert indeed! And you're absolutely welcome, further, THANK YOU for putting your trust in me, glad I didn't let you down! __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

11 June 2009, 11:32 AM	#5
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	That is a nice watch - I don't care what the others are telling you! __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

11 June 2009, 11:47 AM	#7
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	David, I agree. It's a stunning watch, and very solid feeling. It does look great as well. And the AR coating is very nice touch. __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

11 June 2009, 12:52 PM	#8
mikea "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: mike Location: Dallas, Tx Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 1,083	a great watch...congrats __________________ DD40 RG, DD40 Platinum, Submariner Bluesy, WG YM 42, YM 40

11 June 2009, 11:18 AM	#1
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	Breitling SUPEROCEAN HERITAGE 46 So, first off, let me apologize. I apparently do not have the gift of watch photography like many of our members here do. This is why I always appreciate the beautiful photographs that people take here. But at any rate, I figured I'd have to take some pictures of the new addition to my collection (thanks Greg!). It's my first Breitling, and I really had no intentions of buying one. But once I received it, I totally fell in love with it. I don't have pics of the packaging up, but I personally found that the packaging is a huge improvement over what you get from Rolex, and the watch is far less expensive. This watch retails less than what my Rolex did 5 years ago. The other thing that I love about this watch is the way it has a clean dial, and looks very much like the Rolex Sub and Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. It's 46mm, but definitely doesn't feel overly large. So here are just a couple pics of my new Breitling (I may actually be a convert now, time will tell). Again, these pics don't do the watch justice. SNV10264.jpg SNV10267.jpg SNV10266.jpg SNV10270.jpg __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

11 June 2009, 11:30 AM	#4
ijen0311 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jen Location: Jax, FL Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 3,977	welcome to the dark side!

11 June 2009, 11:46 AM	#6
lobo58 Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: Masschusetts Watch: Omega Planet Ocean Posts: 399	Just a stunner.

11 June 2009, 12:56 PM	#9
lobo58 Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: Masschusetts Watch: Omega Planet Ocean Posts: 399	It is watches like this that make me wonder if Rolex will be the collectible twenty years up the road. Not that I care. In twenty years I'll be wearing my pants chest high and complaining about the government full time. But this is a beautiful design...it's a keeper Frank.

11 June 2009, 01:31 PM	#12
Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	Very nice indeed ! Looking quick, it does look somewhat similar to an Omega Planet Ocean too :)

11 June 2009, 03:32 PM	#14
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	my favorite breitling. congrats.

11 June 2009, 03:44 PM	#15
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	Thank you! I am really happy with it. __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

12 June 2009, 10:54 AM	#16
Saxon007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,002	I absolutely love the way this watch looks. I would jump all over a 40mm one but alas, they do not make a 40mm, only 46mm (too big for me) and 38mm - a bit small. I may still get a 38mm one day. Beautiful!

12 June 2009, 11:28 AM	#17
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	SHITE... It's so NICE

12 June 2009, 12:55 PM	#19
dawgfan#1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Wayne Location: GA U.S. Watch: tt gmt c Posts: 113	Congats my fellow dawgfan. I love my Brietling as well. They look fantastic and feel like they are truly built to last. I actually bought my Breitling before my Sub. It took me a little time to get used to the smaller watch.

12 June 2009, 05:22 PM	#21
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	What a gorgeously stunning dial, Frank. One of the best Breitling dials I've seen out there without being too over-crowded. Love it!! Wear it in good health, buddy......always. Your friend - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

12 June 2009, 05:25 PM	#22
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	Thank you, JJ! I couldn't agree with you more. The dial is definitely one of Breitling's best, in my opinion! __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

26 September 2009, 08:16 AM	#23
Nucengineer "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Waterford, CT Watch: Navitmer 1 B01 Posts: 516	I think the SOH on the black rubber is THE combo! Nice choice pardner!!! Also, I tried some SOHs on in the Islands, summer before last, and they really wear smaller than they are. They don't look like a monster Panerai. Don't go by the 46mm, try one on you might be surprised - to those who write off the SOH because of the stated dimensions. __________________ Regards, Jim

30 September 2009, 09:01 PM	#24
johnswatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: in a dream world Posts: 488	I tried the 46mm chronograph version in an AD recently. You can instantly recognise that it's a quality product. The clasp is tight and precise and the dial is to die for. I even loved the rubber strap more than the bracelet. I'll definately be adding one to my collection. __________________ 18k GMTIIc, II,16013 DJ, PAM 112, Patek ref 96J, Helson Bronze, Elgin Trench, Gruen Curvex, Omega F300 and a few others......

30 September 2009, 10:40 PM	#25
Ultraman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 2,175	Looks great!

1 October 2009, 05:27 AM	#26
dpj17 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: In the Middle Posts: 889	Great pick up Frank! I bought one last year and recently sold it when I picked up my SD (thought they resembled each other too closely to keep both), your pics are making me miss it though. __________________ Fortes Fortuna Adiuvat

1 October 2009, 05:51 AM	#27
mercury66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Houston, TX Watch: 1966 TT DJ (1601) Posts: 86	I especially like the rubber strap and clasp on these watches

1 October 2009, 06:06 AM	#28
rvan Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Overland Park, KS Posts: 105	wow that blue is deep. like i could drown in it. this is one of the few Breitlings i like.

1 October 2009, 06:15 AM	#29
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	awesome watch Frank..I saw a 46mm a while ago...didn't try it on but it did look very BIG...now I think I should have cuz it looks great on you...it is sure very well and solidly built...great choice

1 October 2009, 07:21 AM	#30
Brentomatic Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brent Location: Vancouver Watch: Deepsea Posts: 82	When I first saw this watch a year ago, I didn't really like it. It just didn't scream "Breitling" like most of their other models do. During this past year, I have grown quite fond of this watch to the point that I would certainly buy it AND wear it in my watch rotation. The Ocean Racer black strap look squite nice on it as does the braided steel bracelet. Congratulations on buying a beautiful watch! Oh yes, your photos are great!!

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