Aviation Watches

[RealReplica]

Well I was looking in the forums and didn't find these anywhere but if it has been posted before please forgive me or close the thread.

While surfing today looking for a strap I came across something quite interesting, although quite expensive these apparently use NOS breitling movements and parts and are rebranded as Aviation watches. They look pretty much exactly like the breitling models but without the brand. Quite interesting offer in my opinion.

Has anyone bought one of these before? Any thoughts on the overall quality of the watch?

Have a look: http://gnomonwatches.com/Aviation.htm

Thanks and Happy Holidays!

[Ronin]

For roughly $1000 more you can get the real thing. Hmmm.

[RealReplica]

Aparently these are the real thing.. just without the breitling insignia. Can you get a Cosmonaute for $3k? Can you please tell me where?

Anyways I didn't say they were cheap in fact I considered them quite expensive but I just found interesting the fact that they are using old stock breitling movements and parts to launch another "brand".

Edited December 24, 2009 by RealReplica

[krpster]

Aparently these are the real thing.. just without the breitling insignia. Can you get a Cosmonaute for $3k? Can you please tell me where?

Actually there was a cosmo on WUS / TZ last week for about $3k. Almost pulled the trigger myself. Gen parts or not price is a bit high for what is probably factory seconds. Unbranded to boot makes it a tough pill to swallow... for me anyway. Cool find none the less.

[RealReplica]

Actually there was a cosmo on WUS / TZ last week for about $3k. Almost pulled the trigger myself. Gen parts or not price is a bit high for what is probably factory seconds. Unbranded to boot makes it a tough pill to swallow... for me anyway. Cool find none the less.

Good thing I didn't see that one or the divorce papers had been served just in time for christmas hehe

Have you guys noticed the rest of the watches they sell some really nice watches around there actually. Have a look.

Edited December 24, 2009 by RealReplica

[mastrmindalliance]

Been chasing a rubber oyster style strap for a seiko project, and theirs look about the best i've seen.

Good price too!

Thanks for the heads up!

[PeteM]

No expert but arent there a few look a likes on there I think I see some IWC and B&R's

[Bike Mike]

Can't stand the so called" watch companies that copy designs! Right up there with Invicta copying the Rolex Sub.! Rather own a rep then a wannabe!