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scottjb411 · 31 July 2010, 10:39 AM

I'm trading a submariner for a brand new superocean steelfish plus some cash (to take care of a bill). Anyways can anyone let me know how the accuracy is on a breitling? I know they are cosc, and the one I'm getting is a caliber 17. Is this an eta movement? Or an in-house movement. I've only owned Rolex, so I'm naive to breitling. Thanks for any help with this.

Christiaan · 31 July 2010, 03:43 PM

ETA based movement. Very accurate. YOu will not be disappointed in the Breitling.

bannedalso · 31 July 2010, 08:35 PM

good choice! accurate -4 to +6 seconds per day

scottjb411 · 31 July 2010, 09:02 PM

I'm sure I will be happy with it. I'm just skeptical after only having first hand experience with rolex. But I like the look of breitlings watches in general. And thank you for your responses. I look forward to adding future post about my new addition once it's here.

Cigarlvr · 1 August 2010, 03:31 AM

In the last month and a half I have left Roles and picked these guys up. I had my submariner on the other day and have to tell you it felt like junk as far as Weight goes. Dont get me wrong I still love Rolex but for the price point the Breitling is killing them.

Sub'erman · 1 August 2010, 07:40 AM

Does the Soh2 come with doomed crystal??

LordNinja · 2 August 2010, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scottjb411

I'm trading a submariner for a brand new superocean steelfish plus some cash (to take care of a bill). Anyways can anyone let me know how the accuracy is on a breitling? I know they are cosc, and the one I'm getting is a caliber 17. Is this an eta movement? Or an in-house movement. I've only owned Rolex, so I'm naive to breitling. Thanks for any help with this.

I've been wondering these exact questions, after the smoke clears you'll have to tell us how you feel about the brand having worn one for a bit.

ParisDakarBmw · 2 August 2010, 10:24 AM

I have my heart set on a skyland avenger myself. I have always liked Breitling, and think they make a very nice watch.

My main concern is the newer models could have a quartz movement depending on which watch. I'm no fan of quartz, or digital.

The resale on Breitling isn't very good either. I do like the heavy weight, and type steel used. You can polish a Breitling like butter!

vukotab · 2 August 2010, 09:59 PM

In Steelfish you`ll have the same mov`t as in regular Superocean - COSC certified ETA 2824-2. It`s really good and reliable caliber, and it`s accuracy is impressive. My dad`s Superocean is losing HALF of second per day, which is remarkable for ANY mechanical watch, no matter what brand.

davez1000 · 4 August 2010, 09:12 AM

My Colt GMT gains about 1 second per day. Excellent watches, love Breitlings, love it as much as Rolex.

scottjb411 · 8 August 2010, 09:29 AM

Got the superocean, and actually am happier with it than I was with the subdate. Don't get me wrong, my subdate was my most treasured piece, but the breitling has a more modern sophisticated look to it. Rolex is classic, but after owning 6, maybe I'm just ready for a change. And so far I have no regrets. The size, the solid links, the cosc automatic mvmt, and the cambered sapphire crystal create quite a piece of art. As for the resale value, I agree it's considerably less than rolex. But unlike my rolex I've owned, I have no plans to get rid of the superocean.

ParisDakarBmw · 8 August 2010, 09:45 AM

You guys Had me looking at Breitlings again. I pulled the trigger on an Avenger skyland chrono.

I haven't even thought of how to hide it from my wife.

It should be here mid week. That mailman better be stealth. My sweet spouse is going to flip. I might tell her it was sent to me for safekeeping.

That's not a lie

ParisDakarBmw · 8 August 2010, 09:46 AM

Safe keeping meaning keeping it in my safe!

Wisconsin Proud · 20 August 2010, 05:26 AM

Breitlings are very nice but their pricepoints are getting out of hand and they don't hold value. Say what you will about Rolex but they last and keep value.

exxecs · 20 August 2010, 05:38 AM

I have an Avenger Seawolf (caliber 17) and it gains 3.5 - 4 seconds daily (either on winder or when I wear it).

blackmsport · 20 August 2010, 08:12 AM

Breitling excellent watches, a bit heavy and style may not suit everyone 's taste

I like it

steveseiko · 21 August 2010, 02:49 AM

I've got a Skyland blue dial and love it! Superb fit and finish.

RRGHOST1 · 21 August 2010, 04:59 AM

They are nice watches but a bit too blingy for me.

bawlin · 21 August 2010, 06:32 AM

I'm looking to leave Breitling for Rolex so if anyone with a Sub wants to trade for an SA (+ cash) let me know!!

argabright · 23 August 2010, 08:28 AM

Here's one that's neither "blingy" or heavy:

The original (Ti) Avenger Seawolf.
I believe that at 10,000' WR, it was the world's deepest depth rated mechanical watch until the DSSD.

toddb · 24 August 2010, 04:07 AM

Generally overlooked, and under-rated: the excellent windrider cockpit series big date, non-chrono. Is morphing into Galactic 41; this season. Good weight, decent bling, excellent 'guts" very good value.

CDN_ROLEX · 10 October 2010, 11:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

You guys Had me looking at Breitlings again. I pulled the trigger on an Avenger skyland chrono.

I haven't even thought of how to hide it from my wife.

It should be here mid week. That mailman better be stealth. My sweet spouse is going to flip. I might tell her it was sent to me for safekeeping.

That's not a lie

Just tell her the truth, and hope for the Best!!!

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Art 1 · 11 October 2010, 01:30 AM

I have 2 Breitlings and have had good luck with both. The Superocean is a wonderful watch that has a much nicer and sturdier bracelet as compared to the Sub.

sappie66 · 17 November 2010, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

You guys Had me looking at Breitlings again. I pulled the trigger on an Avenger skyland chrono.

I haven't even thought of how to hide it from my wife.

It should be here mid week. That mailman better be stealth. My sweet spouse is going to flip. I might tell her it was sent to me for safekeeping.

That's not a lie

A friend of mine once said, "It is easier to ask for forgiveness than permission." So I think you've got it right.

And bruises, however deep, dark and expansive, will heal, and then you have a nice watch!

wa1l1in · 17 November 2010, 04:43 PM

i like the old titanium avenger pieces, they are all ETA and even the new ones arent a true "in house" its just a remade ETA.

kormaking · 6 December 2010, 03:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wa1l1in

i like the old titanium avenger pieces, they are all ETA and even the new ones arent a true "in house" its just a remade ETA.

Do you mean B01 is ETA base?

GolfPunk · 15 December 2010, 04:25 AM

I've just gone the other way and left Breitling for Rolex - Rolex are on a different level in my opinion.

I still have a few Breitling collectables i'm thinking of selling now, Pen Knife by Wenger and a Red Lanyard for example.

GolfPunk · 15 December 2010, 07:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

You guys Had me looking at Breitlings again. I pulled the trigger on an Avenger skyland chrono.

I haven't even thought of how to hide it from my wife.

It should be here mid week. That mailman better be stealth. My sweet spouse is going to flip. I might tell her it was sent to me for safekeeping.

That's not a lie

I had this problem last week when I bought my Rolex Daytona...I decided I'd best come clean and tell the wife. She was not happy, gladly she has now calmed down, though i had to agree to pay £125 to have her Baume & Mercier Serviced and Polished up like new - Well worth it though!

scrog10 · 15 December 2010, 09:06 AM

The Sub is special of course but compared to the Evo it LOOKS like the cheaper of the two by long chalk.
I've had the Sub for a while now and The only people I've met that are impressed by it are sub owners. None watch people just think its a cheap watch with a Rolex badge.
The Evo I've had for one day. I was impressed with it from first sight. Naturally I showed it to work mates and unlike the Submariner everyone said wow that's nice it looks really expensive.
Both watches are the same age 07 but the Sub cost me £1k more than the expensive looking Chronomat Evo.
I am a Breitling fan that thinks he should own a Rolex.

Kuya · 1 January 2011, 08:23 AM

I have my eye on a pre worn Chrono Cockpit, with gold markers. But I have promised my wife I will wait awhile until I move on it. She thinks I already have too many watches.

I am also fascinated with the Emergency model with a transmitter.

I think Breitling is well made based on what I have read, never had one yet.

31 July 2010, 10:39 AM	#1
scottjb411 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: Indiana Watch: Sub & Explorer II Posts: 119	Leaving Rolex for Breitling I'm trading a submariner for a brand new superocean steelfish plus some cash (to take care of a bill). Anyways can anyone let me know how the accuracy is on a breitling? I know they are cosc, and the one I'm getting is a caliber 17. Is this an eta movement? Or an in-house movement. I've only owned Rolex, so I'm naive to breitling. Thanks for any help with this.

31 July 2010, 03:43 PM	#2
Christiaan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Christiaan Location: Fort Mill, SC Watch: 67' Breitling Navi Posts: 1,617	ETA based movement. Very accurate. YOu will not be disappointed in the Breitling. __________________ "Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities" Frank Lloyd Wright. "For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been and there you will long to return." DaVinci

1 August 2010, 03:31 AM	#5
Cigarlvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 81	I have also made the switch In the last month and a half I have left Roles and picked these guys up. I had my submariner on the other day and have to tell you it felt like junk as far as Weight goes. Dont get me wrong I still love Rolex but for the price point the Breitling is killing them.

2 August 2010, 09:59 PM	#9
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	In Steelfish you`ll have the same mov`t as in regular Superocean - COSC certified ETA 2824-2. It`s really good and reliable caliber, and it`s accuracy is impressive. My dad`s Superocean is losing HALF of second per day, which is remarkable for ANY mechanical watch, no matter what brand. __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

24 August 2010, 04:07 AM	#21
toddb "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: TB Location: SO Cal. Watch: Xplorer 40 Posts: 216	Another breitling model Generally overlooked, and under-rated: the excellent windrider cockpit series big date, non-chrono. Is morphing into Galactic 41; this season. Good weight, decent bling, excellent 'guts" very good value.

31 July 2010, 08:35 PM	#3
bannedalso Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: 54166 Posts: 22	good choice! accurate -4 to +6 seconds per day

31 July 2010, 09:02 PM	#4
scottjb411 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: Indiana Watch: Sub & Explorer II Posts: 119	I'm sure I will be happy with it. I'm just skeptical after only having first hand experience with rolex. But I like the look of breitlings watches in general. And thank you for your responses. I look forward to adding future post about my new addition once it's here.

1 August 2010, 07:40 AM	#6
Sub'erman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: SK Location: Greenland Watch: Various SUBs Posts: 473	Does the Soh2 come with doomed crystal??

2 August 2010, 10:24 AM	#8
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	I have my heart set on a skyland avenger myself. I have always liked Breitling, and think they make a very nice watch. My main concern is the newer models could have a quartz movement depending on which watch. I'm no fan of quartz, or digital. The resale on Breitling isn't very good either. I do like the heavy weight, and type steel used. You can polish a Breitling like butter!

4 August 2010, 09:12 AM	#10
davez1000 Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Dave Location: London, UK Watch: SS GMT2C Posts: 27	My Colt GMT gains about 1 second per day. Excellent watches, love Breitlings, love it as much as Rolex.

8 August 2010, 09:29 AM	#11
scottjb411 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: Indiana Watch: Sub & Explorer II Posts: 119	Got the superocean, and actually am happier with it than I was with the subdate. Don't get me wrong, my subdate was my most treasured piece, but the breitling has a more modern sophisticated look to it. Rolex is classic, but after owning 6, maybe I'm just ready for a change. And so far I have no regrets. The size, the solid links, the cosc automatic mvmt, and the cambered sapphire crystal create quite a piece of art. As for the resale value, I agree it's considerably less than rolex. But unlike my rolex I've owned, I have no plans to get rid of the superocean.

8 August 2010, 09:45 AM	#12
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	You guys Had me looking at Breitlings again. I pulled the trigger on an Avenger skyland chrono. I haven't even thought of how to hide it from my wife. It should be here mid week. That mailman better be stealth. My sweet spouse is going to flip. I might tell her it was sent to me for safekeeping. That's not a lie

8 August 2010, 09:46 AM	#13
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	Safe keeping meaning keeping it in my safe!

20 August 2010, 05:26 AM	#14
Wisconsin Proud Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 351	Breitlings are very nice but their pricepoints are getting out of hand and they don't hold value. Say what you will about Rolex but they last and keep value.

20 August 2010, 05:38 AM	#15
exxecs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Romania Posts: 10	I have an Avenger Seawolf (caliber 17) and it gains 3.5 - 4 seconds daily (either on winder or when I wear it).

20 August 2010, 08:12 AM	#16
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	Breitling excellent watches, a bit heavy and style may not suit everyone 's taste I like it

21 August 2010, 02:49 AM	#17
steveseiko Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: ON,Canada Watch: DSSD & PO 45.5 Posts: 189	I've got a Skyland blue dial and love it! Superb fit and finish.

21 August 2010, 04:59 AM	#18
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,965	They are nice watches but a bit too blingy for me.

21 August 2010, 06:32 AM	#19
bawlin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: USA Posts: 210	I'm looking to leave Breitling for Rolex so if anyone with a Sub wants to trade for an SA (+ cash) let me know!!

23 August 2010, 08:28 AM	#20
argabright "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: S Texas Posts: 26	Here's one that's neither "blingy" or heavy: The original (Ti) Avenger Seawolf. I believe that at 10,000' WR, it was the world's deepest depth rated mechanical watch until the DSSD.

11 October 2010, 01:30 AM	#23
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I have 2 Breitlings and have had good luck with both. The Superocean is a wonderful watch that has a much nicer and sturdier bracelet as compared to the Sub.

17 November 2010, 04:43 PM	#25
wa1l1in "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: clearwater Posts: 16	i like the old titanium avenger pieces, they are all ETA and even the new ones arent a true "in house" its just a remade ETA.

15 December 2010, 04:25 AM	#27
GolfPunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: UK Watch: WG Daytona Posts: 4,398	I've just gone the other way and left Breitling for Rolex - Rolex are on a different level in my opinion. I still have a few Breitling collectables i'm thinking of selling now, Pen Knife by Wenger and a Red Lanyard for example.

1 January 2011, 08:23 AM	#30
Kuya Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 17	Fine Movements I have my eye on a pre worn Chrono Cockpit, with gold markers. But I have promised my wife I will wait awhile until I move on it. She thinks I already have too many watches. I am also fascinated with the Emergency model with a transmitter. I think Breitling is well made based on what I have read, never had one yet.

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