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Manofsteelpt · 1 September 2014, 12:19 AM

Hey everyone... Debating between an Omega 46mm Seamaster Planet Ocean Chrono (blue dial, blue rubber strap) and a 44mm Breitling Bentley GT or 46mm Navi World, again blue dial/blue leather strap... No, I don't dive, and no I'm not a world traveler, I just like the the larger sized chronos and the blue/blue is a must for me

So, any thoughts between the 2? Better watch, brand, finish, movement, resale etc...
Thanks for the help

powerfunk · 1 September 2014, 12:39 AM

Tough call, although I'd lean towards the Navitimer. Personally I think Omega and Breitling are in the same ballpark quality-wise. I'd expect the Omega to resale better, but if you get a good enough discount on the Breitling that will probably be moot IMHO. Since every "this or that" thread should have pics, here are a couple (from Luxury of Watches and Disciple of Chronos, respectively):

And since you like bluish-gray on bluish-gray chronos, I'll just throw this out there too (pic from authenticwatches.com):

Maxtor · 1 September 2014, 01:04 AM

I prefer the Omega. Good luck with your decision.

improviz · 1 September 2014, 02:20 AM

For me Navi is a too busy, but this is subjective and it still looks nice. If you're planning to swim with it I'd say skip the Navi as it has fairly low water resistance, 30m as I recall.

FTX I · 1 September 2014, 04:58 AM

Omega for me, but without the mix of diver + chrono. Cheers

asadtiger · 4 September 2014, 12:25 AM

that Navi model you are looking for does not have the movement to compete with the movement of the Omega you are considering, in my opinion...a Navitimer with the B01 would be a better comparison, but even then, the beauty of the PO 9300 outweighs in my opinion, it just looks more modern and classy with many finishes and surfaces on the dial, while the Navi is closer to what it was decades ago but its a bit too busy for a non-user of those slide rules.

Manofsteelpt · 4 September 2014, 12:51 AM

Thanks for all the info... The search goes on, as I now believe the Navi may be a lil busy, and till I see the Omega in person, I don't think I can commit to it.

AK797 · 4 September 2014, 12:57 AM

I would choose the PO, but also like the B01 chronomat in blue.

landroverking · 4 September 2014, 09:58 AM

Omega for me but the SMP

DrTom · 5 September 2014, 11:41 AM

hey.....coaxial twin cylinder 9300.....i think that handles it....imho

DCheeta · 8 September 2014, 05:00 PM

I'd go with the Omega PO chrono. Keep in mind that the blue one you're looking at is titanium and is very very light. Some people love this, some don't. Try it on first, if you haven't already.

DrTom · 8 September 2014, 11:36 PM

i agree totally.....i held the titanium and couldn't put it down fast enough....

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Originally Posted by DCheeta

I'd go with the Omega PO chrono. Keep in mind that the blue one you're looking at is titanium and is very very light. Some people love this, some don't. Try it on first, if you haven't already.

Eric Chan · 11 September 2014, 03:56 PM

Omega. The recent models are fantastic. For those who have not tried them on, I recommend you to do so. Some models give Rolex a run for their money, in my opinion.

le_baron · 15 September 2014, 09:07 AM

I owned a blue navi world and it was a great watch, but despite being a Breitling fanatic, I would recommend the PO for you because of the movement and water resistance.

Something to keep in mind: I couldn't get the World wet and that was always on my mind if I was around water. Also, the gmt feature was cool at first but I found over time that it pushed the dial over the "too busy" threshold as the novelty of it wore off.

Let us know what you pick!

Ken B · 15 September 2014, 01:28 PM

The blue PO liquid metal Titanium is a great piece. If you can get it at a good price, go for it. I have the Orange outer ring black dial amd love it.
I just ordered a B04 Chronomat GMT with blue main dial and silver sub dials. It also is going to have a blue Croc band. Not a fan of the Navtimer.. to complicated.. damn slide rule.

grabbed this pic off Chrono 24 but this is what I ordered.
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MILGAUSS88 · 26 September 2014, 04:22 AM

I have been given the impression that Breitlings need to be serviced a lot more often most brands. And with the cost to repair chronographs that will really add up.

richard371 · 28 September 2014, 12:58 PM

No contest. The POC 9300 Ti/Lm is a great watch. I miss mine it was just a little big on me.

Jayshan · 29 September 2014, 01:07 PM

Omega

GermanyMatt · 30 September 2014, 06:07 AM

A few years ago it would be a tie, but today Omega gets my vote. If you buy a Breitling, make sure you buy it right.

1 September 2014, 12:19 AM	#1
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	Omega vs Breitling? Hey everyone... Debating between an Omega 46mm Seamaster Planet Ocean Chrono (blue dial, blue rubber strap) and a 44mm Breitling Bentley GT or 46mm Navi World, again blue dial/blue leather strap... No, I don't dive, and no I'm not a world traveler, I just like the the larger sized chronos and the blue/blue is a must for me So, any thoughts between the 2? Better watch, brand, finish, movement, resale etc... Thanks for the help

1 September 2014, 02:20 AM	#4
improviz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: your step Posts: 2,806	For me Navi is a too busy, but this is subjective and it still looks nice. If you're planning to swim with it I'd say skip the Navi as it has fairly low water resistance, 30m as I recall. __________________ 116520 white; 16613 black; 116710; 16570 polar; 16600. AP 15400; 15703. Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. Glashutte Sport Evo GMT. Omega Planet Ocean 2907.50.91; Planet Ocean Liquidmetal LE 222.30.42.20.01.001; Seamaster 2255.80.00. Breitling Crosswind, white. Panerai PAM 005. VC Overseas Chrono, black.

15 September 2014, 01:28 PM	#15
Ken B "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Phoenix, AZ USA Watch: To many to count Posts: 766	The blue PO liquid metal Titanium is a great piece. If you can get it at a good price, go for it. I have the Orange outer ring black dial amd love it. I just ordered a B04 Chronomat GMT with blue main dial and silver sub dials. It also is going to have a blue Croc band. Not a fan of the Navtimer.. to complicated.. damn slide rule. grabbed this pic off Chrono 24 but this is what I ordered. image.jpg __________________ Omega Planet Ocean 600m Chrono 45.5mm Tudor Heritage Chrono (blue) 42mm Breitling Chronomat GMT 44mm Tudor Black Bay Bronze 43mm KRB Imaging and Photography

29 September 2014, 01:07 PM	#18
Jayshan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Toronto Watch: 116610LN Posts: 397	Omega __________________ Best Regards, Jayshan ROLEX SUBMARINER 116610LN

1 September 2014, 12:39 AM	#2
powerfunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Rob Location: Boston, MA Watch: 1530 Posts: 3,799	Tough call, although I'd lean towards the Navitimer. Personally I think Omega and Breitling are in the same ballpark quality-wise. I'd expect the Omega to resale better, but if you get a good enough discount on the Breitling that will probably be moot IMHO. Since every "this or that" thread should have pics, here are a couple (from Luxury of Watches and Disciple of Chronos, respectively): And since you like bluish-gray on bluish-gray chronos, I'll just throw this out there too (pic from authenticwatches.com):

1 September 2014, 01:04 AM	#3
Maxtor 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Max Location: Toronto Watch: Exp 1, DJ Tuxedo Posts: 2,469	I prefer the Omega. Good luck with your decision.

1 September 2014, 04:58 AM	#5
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Omega for me, but without the mix of diver + chrono. Cheers

4 September 2014, 12:25 AM	#6
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	that Navi model you are looking for does not have the movement to compete with the movement of the Omega you are considering, in my opinion...a Navitimer with the B01 would be a better comparison, but even then, the beauty of the PO 9300 outweighs in my opinion, it just looks more modern and classy with many finishes and surfaces on the dial, while the Navi is closer to what it was decades ago but its a bit too busy for a non-user of those slide rules.

4 September 2014, 12:51 AM	#7
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	Thanks for all the info... The search goes on, as I now believe the Navi may be a lil busy, and till I see the Omega in person, I don't think I can commit to it.

4 September 2014, 12:57 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	I would choose the PO, but also like the B01 chronomat in blue.

4 September 2014, 09:58 AM	#9
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Omega for me but the SMP

5 September 2014, 11:41 AM	#10
DrTom "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Canada Watch: gmt master Posts: 428	hey.....coaxial twin cylinder 9300.....i think that handles it....imho

8 September 2014, 05:00 PM	#11
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	I'd go with the Omega PO chrono. Keep in mind that the blue one you're looking at is titanium and is very very light. Some people love this, some don't. Try it on first, if you haven't already.

11 September 2014, 03:56 PM	#13
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	Omega. The recent models are fantastic. For those who have not tried them on, I recommend you to do so. Some models give Rolex a run for their money, in my opinion.

15 September 2014, 09:07 AM	#14
le_baron "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 263	I owned a blue navi world and it was a great watch, but despite being a Breitling fanatic, I would recommend the PO for you because of the movement and water resistance. Something to keep in mind: I couldn't get the World wet and that was always on my mind if I was around water. Also, the gmt feature was cool at first but I found over time that it pushed the dial over the "too busy" threshold as the novelty of it wore off. Let us know what you pick!

26 September 2014, 04:22 AM	#16
MILGAUSS88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: mississippi river Posts: 3,175	I have been given the impression that Breitlings need to be serviced a lot more often most brands. And with the cost to repair chronographs that will really add up.

28 September 2014, 12:58 PM	#17
richard371 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: sf Watch: 116500LN White Posts: 1,853	No contest. The POC 9300 Ti/Lm is a great watch. I miss mine it was just a little big on me.

30 September 2014, 06:07 AM	#19
GermanyMatt "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Matt Location: Northern VA Watch: 126711, 126610 Posts: 1,803	A few years ago it would be a tie, but today Omega gets my vote. If you buy a Breitling, make sure you buy it right.

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