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#61 |
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Location: UK
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I own 3 x Rolex’s and 2 x Breitling’s, I own a very toolish Chrono Avenger M1 from 2011 and one of the latest Super Chronomat’s. I like my small Rolex collection but get far more enjoyment wearing the Breitling’s to be honest but there are aspects of Breitling which really annoy me currently.
My Breitling Super Chronomat has been back three times now, once as a condition of their 5 x year warranty (read their small print, which is not necessary with Rolex, Tudor or Omega’s 5 year warranty) and twice for time keeping and other issues. I do strongly believe they should spend far less on meaningless celebrity endorsements and a lot more on the quality of their time pieces. My Tudor Black Bay Chrono with essentially the same B01 movement as my Breitling has worked flawlessly for three years at +2 seconds a day and costs half the price of my Super Chronomat which tells you all you need to know. ![]() ![]() |
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Watch: CHNR/YM/DJ/OP/SUB
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I purchased both of these watches in 2020. Each came in at just under $3K.
At that price, I think Breitling was a true value. They are workhorse ETA movements and both continue to run at +/-2spd. At today's prices, I think that there may be better value for the money (thinking of Tudor as an example). Strictly personal opinion, but I like some of the old styles better that the new iterations ie, the SuperOcean. |
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#63 |
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Location: Texas
Watch: Rolex Explorer II
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As far as the Breitling goes, no complaints. I believe that the watch either speaks to you or it doesn't, within the range of choices out there. It's both a price point and a like issue. I have the 42mm Superocean Heritage in blue, on a mesh strap. Wears very well and is very presentable. No regrets. It gets its use, as do the other watches in my collection. It's my go to watches when I cruise.
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Breitling have responded to feedback on the Endurance Pro by releasing a 38mm version
They should ditch the Compass markings to make it more legible Align the date at 4.30 so you don’t have to bend your neck to read it Then I’ll buy one ![]() |
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#65 |
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Join Date: Dec 2014
Real Name: Steve
Location: Atlanta
Watch: Jackie Stewart DD
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I really enjoy my Breitlings. Better value if purchasing pre-owned.
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#66 |
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Join Date: Mar 2023
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Newbie here,
Could you guys recommend some of the better date ranges and models of the better built Breitings for pre owned consideration -as the general theme here is to buy used. When did the in-house movements (BO1?) start to appear? Which models have Sellita movements ( so that I can avoid those). I do like the older larger SuperOceans (Steelfish?) and Navitimer, so what to focus on and what to sidestep and avoid for those models. Appreciate any guidance. Thanks. |
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Real Name: Brian
Location: East Coast
Watch: 124270
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ROLEX: 16234-Datejust / 16570-Explorer 2 / 116610LN-Submariner / 124270-Explorer 1 / 126710BLNR-GMT-Master 2 TUDOR: M79030-B Black Bay 58 |
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#68 |
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Join Date: May 2014
Location: Germantown, MD
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OP I have 3 Breitling Colt watches. I have an early Colt A17035, a Colt Ocean A17350, and a Colt II A17350. They are great watches and I still wear them in rotation
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#69 |
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Join Date: Apr 2017
Real Name: Vincent
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Watch: Rolex Seadweller50
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Breitling and other favorites.
I think most makers have at least something that appeals to me as well as probably many that do not. I think my big three favorites are Rolex, Breitling and Omega. These are some of the favorites from my collection.
![]() I have owned several Breitlings over the years from a Seawolf Titanium to a SuperOcean. But this Avenger B01 Chrono is a real favorite that I consider a real keeper. |
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Join Date: Jun 2012
Real Name: Michelle
Location: Canada/Florida
Watch: WG Breguet Typexx
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A few weeks ago I purchased the same but on the bracelet. Purchased at a Breitling boutique. I really like this watch!!
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