I knew I liked it when I bought it, but I didn't realize I'd like it this much. I really appreciate how versatile these watches are. Mine'll never be mistaken for something dressy, but strap/bracelet changes really turn this into a diffe…
Continue readingTook the stickers off my first Breitling, Premier B09
I’ve been eyeballing the Premier B09 for a couple of months now since I wanted to get a no date manual wind watch with applied markers/numerals in the 3k-10k range. The only watches I could find from a non microbrand was either the Premier B09, Omega Speedy, or Omega Deville.
Continue readingThen the choice came down to dial color, between the silver or champagne. I was town between the 2, but the price was much better on Joma for the silver dial, so problem solved!
I’ve had the watch for about a week…
WRUW – What Are You Wearing Today? A continuing saga…
It seems our ongoing post of WRUW is gone. So not wanting to miss out on the wristies, post 'em up here!
I will start it off with my SuperOcean II and its radiant blue face.
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Continue readingDesktop “wallpaper” screenshot for today…
Starting what might be a fun thread for members if the interest is shared…
Best,
Ron
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Continue readingChronomat “Crosswind” appreciation thread…
Might as well get this one started…
Continue readingBreitling B-1 Appreciation/history thread
As some of you may have seen I bought recently a used Breitling B-1, a watch I was aware of and looking for some time. I guess by now 20+ years since its release, every detail about the various iterations, special editions etcetera, are known to most o…
Continue readingI miss the old days…
"Instruments For Professionals" and the "Winged B" logo. So much more klass and kewl than any "squad" nonsense…
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Continue readingNew Breitling better than Schneider Era?
Hello to all Breitling fans.
As a long time Breitling collector, starting with a Chronomat in 1994, i have seen most of its changes in design and appearance. From Ernest handing over to Teddy Schneider to CVC and Kern take over in 2017. My question is…
Continue readingBreitling still the pilot’s watch?
So Georges Kern was appointed as the new CEO of Breitling in 2017. A change was necessary and I've seen a lot of positive reactions to his changes. Personally I can't seem to join in to the enthusiasm. I started buying Breitling for the link …
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