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Seriously Considering a Breitling
Guys/Gals,
I've been considering a switch for a while, and recently started looking at Breitlings. I think they're really fantastic watches. Had one about 6-7 years ago and only sold it b/c the 34mm size started to feel small. At first it was the Colt GMT black dial, but after seeing it in person, the silver colored Arabics just don't pop enough for me against the dark dial. What really caught my eye is the Superocean! Not the one that has just been released, but the predecessor. Really nice! Love the all polished Professional bracelet (the one in the photo below has plastic covering the bracelet so it's hard to see), the white Arabics against the black dial, the heft, etc...nice and chunky ![]() I do like the version that was discontinued even before this one, but they're not easy to find NOS. Anyway, this is the one I've tried on....42mm. What do you think? Would love info/opinions/photos, etc regarding the SO. TIA! ![]() |
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Karis....that would look amazing on you....it is a great looking watch. Hot....very hot!
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![]() Now, don't fall over when I tell you this - but I will be replacing my Sub with this, if I go for it....I'm ready for a change and really gravitate towards the 'bling' of my DJ and Daytona these days. Sub just doesn't get enough attention. |
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I take it you've been thinking about this for a while? I am one for saying go with your intuition.....you know best Karis ![]() Think about it....you're going to get some reactions here I'm sure!!
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That's a nice choice - when will you get it?
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IMO...and it's only IMO...the only Breitlings worth getting come from the Navitimer lines.
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True, but the other Breitling lines change so often, they always date themselves rather quickly.
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That boy's got the Devil in him. ![]() Rolex: I think I'm up to 9?? ![]() Omega: Got a few of those too. ![]() Breitling: And some of these. ![]() |
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Can't go wrong with a SuperOcean. Breitling has been my favorite brand for some time now. I'm partial to the Windrider Series, specifically the Cockpit/Galactic models.
Good luck on your search. You should be able to find a gently used SO for a good price. |
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Dynamite looking watch Karis. I also think that new Omega "Liquid Metal" PO with the ceramic bes and face is a beautiful looking watch too!
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Thumbs up !
SuperOcean is also quite the look witha blue dial Karis ! ![]() ![]() ![]()
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Hey Karis,
Have u given a thought on the Superocean Heritage? They look reallt hot in my opinion. ![]() |
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Sub, Karis.. Tho I agree the Breitling your leaning towards would look great and be nice to your collection.. Just hope you don't part with your DJ or daytona |
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I think I will have to go against the general opinion here and cast a vote for keeping the Sub. IMHO the Sub is the most classic watch ever. Even if you get tired of it for a while, it always rebounds and become a favorite again. If you part with it, I am dead sure you will miss it at some point and somewhere down the road buy it back again. It is just a must have for Rolex collectors. Anyway, you should always follow you heart, this is just how I think about the Sub.
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Karis, I would follow your heart. You know what look you want on your wrist, go for it!
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B'lings rock
Also check out another model they have windrider cockpit series non-chrono. Has a reel nice bracelet and bigg date. Newer version called galactic 41 with newer bezel. Excellent piece overlooked, and under rated thats good!
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WISta! Cool! Do you need to try on my BO1 again? You should get the SS Galactic 41. It looks like a BO1, with polished case and bracelet (bling), but 41mm instead of 44.
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