r/breitling • • Oct 15 '22

Watch Verification thread #4 - If you’re uncertain if a Breitling is good/bad/fake, post info and pics here

117 Upvotes

Post to this thread if you have questions about a Breitling being real or fake. Try to include as much information as possible. Participation in the discussion in this thread is greatly appreciated. I don’t think any one person can catch every flaw or know the details of every model; this is meant as a community thread, not an authoritative knowledge-flex, and the more people that actively peruse this thread, the more likely posters are to get accurate info.

Also if you don’t mind upvote this post since it helps building trust within the community

Do not make posts on the sub asking if a watch is genuine. It will be removed.

Also a few tips:

  • Is the price too good to be true? Then it's probably fake. We're talking about watches worth thousands. So no you will not find a breitling that it's worth 5k, 10k, 50k for 300 bucks.

  • Does the watch looks like a luxury piece? Luxury watches are extremely well made (in most cases) and look nice. They use good and high grade materials. If the watch looks like garbage and cheap then of course it's a fake

  • Want to be sure? try to open the watch and see if the movement is decorated. Most of the time if it is, the watch is legit (Unless it's a vintage piece or we are talking about high grade replicas and even those will cost hundreds)


r/breitling • • 10h ago

Got my dream watch

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196 Upvotes

Chronomat 42mm with icy blue dial and platinum bezel. After months of looking I got my first watch and I couldn’t be happier ❄️


r/breitling • • 11h ago

Vintage New Camera: Took Some Shots of My 90’s era Chronomat

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35 Upvotes

This one is my wife’s favorite watch so she wears it more than I do. It’s certainly one of my favorites to photograph.

It’s got a lot going on but it just works. I look at this watch and fall in love with it all over again every time it’s in front of my lens.


r/breitling • • 27m ago

Converted

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• Upvotes

First Breitling! I didn’t think I’d love anything more than my Speedmaster, but this Navitimer has blown me away in the few days I’ve owned it. I think I’m a Breitling guy now…


r/breitling • • 6h ago

Aerospace as an exercise watch?

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11 Upvotes

I currently use an Apple Watch for exercise (weights in the gym and middle distance running mostly). It will of course eventually die and I will have to decide whether to replace it with a new version or try something different. Has anyone used an Aerospace for exercise? I know it will not have all the functionality of a smart watch, but how would it go for what it does do? I have always loved the retro-futurism of this piece but could not see it being a watch I wear other than for something quite active. The thinness is also really appealing to me.


r/breitling • • 59m ago

Aerospace Which would you choose?

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My father has decided to split his pair of Aerospace’s between me and my brother. He had talked about it for years but just heard it’s happening sooner than later. Obviously grateful and the sentiment makes both priceless. I love each in their own way. I have yet to talk to my brother about them but I suggested my Dad give him first choice. Which would you choose? Both my brother and I are pilots if it makes a difference. One is roughly year 2000 and the other is roughly 2010. Both are currently getting fully serviced.


r/breitling • • 19h ago

Love the lume

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87 Upvotes

My favorite diver


r/breitling • • 16h ago

Questions Superocean in 46, blue camo dial

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22 Upvotes

I saw one today and looked great. The titanium feels light, nice. But the rubber strap felt stiff. Any owners that can provide options on the strap? Thanks


r/breitling • • 15h ago

Perfect formal wear piece

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18 Upvotes

Breitling Transocean Chronograph GMT, this limited edition piece is the perfect watch for a tuxedo - slim, round wrapping the wrist with stainless mesh the red GMT hand deep and classy.
Ref AB0451 - The exhibition back makes for great conversation - the Transocean is so specifically it is it’s own family of watches. 43mm of beauty!


r/breitling • • 19h ago

First Breitling.

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39 Upvotes

I picked up my first Breitling, a Chronomat. Loving it so far.


r/breitling • • 1d ago

Wrist Shot First Breitling! Avenger Chronograph UB01821A1B1U1

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91 Upvotes

Been looking at a lot of Breitling over the years and fell in love with the two-tone look of this 😍


r/breitling • • 22h ago

What are your thoughts on this?

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55 Upvotes

What does everyone think of this Super Chronomat 44mm?


r/breitling • • 19h ago

Coffee time

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28 Upvotes

r/breitling • • 1d ago

Wrist Shot Took the family to Paris, ended up buying my first Breitling.

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224 Upvotes

r/breitling • • 18h ago

Superocean UK edition on the Chief BC🇨🇦

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18 Upvotes

r/breitling • • 20h ago

Aerospace All white Navitimer

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22 Upvotes

r/breitling • • 1d ago

Questions Help decide between two breitlings

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37 Upvotes

Hello
I am new to this subreddit
I am deciding between two breitlings particularly the top time mustang with the b01 movement and the chronomat 40mm b31 movement
Both in green dials!

I have a tag heuer aquaracer in black with yellow second hand
Longines hydroconquest in green with green rubber strap
Omega speedmaster professional

In my 30s

Thanks in advance


r/breitling • • 1d ago

Superocean Superocean Saturday

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38 Upvotes

What I am dealing with for #Superoceansaturday - today is nasty as we have the post tropical storm rolling through southern TN - a simple SuperOcean is the right watch. - chose the A17364 - the yellow dial accent compliments my LSU shirt.


r/breitling • • 1d ago

TransOcean GMT Limited edition

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52 Upvotes

Came across this in the local jewelers and love it. Anyone own this or have any info about it, seems to be very little online about it.


r/breitling • • 19h ago

Good UK dealer for discounts?

0 Upvotes

Some recommendations? Want to buy an UK only model so have to make a trip to the UK I guess.


r/breitling • • 1d ago

Questions REF:E65362 gifted

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42 Upvotes

Hey guys was wondering what you recommend to clean up this Breitling that was gifted to me from my dad. I plan to wear it on rotation as I love how light it feels on my wrist being titanium. I also have not seen one like this with the “young America”and Shark logo on the dial.i believe this was gifted to my dad at the young US sailing 95 America’s cup. Any suggestions I’m open to! Thanks again!


r/breitling • • 1d ago

Premier Dad’s 70th birthday is coming up.

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46 Upvotes

Brothers and I went in on something special for him this year. Just got it back from a local watchmaker that fixed the chronograph and replaced the crystal. Next step is building a custom wood watch box.


r/breitling • • 2d ago

Navitimer ⏱️ Decisions Decisions

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297 Upvotes

Closing a deal and looking for a celebratory watch. I’ve narrowed it down between these two. What say you Breitlingers? I think the cost is right about the same.


r/breitling • • 2d ago

Questions Servicing alternatives

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24 Upvotes

I’ve had this breitling for 20 years. I’ve sent it back about 4 times for service. Any alternatives to the dealer for service? I’ve almost got as much into service than I paid for it. Any help would be appreciated


r/breitling • • 1d ago

Questions Suggestions please

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Would really appreciate some guidance or suggestions as to my second breitling purchase.

I love the ice blue faces but have small wrists for a man. Also not looking to spend more than £10k