Broker1981 Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Dear everyone! I have spent the past few months browsing the internet looking for that one watch that stands out to me. I am a big man with big wrists. They are 24 cm or 9.5" around. This means that although i love the design of the Rolex Day Date II, wearing one would prompt people to ask why i was using my wife's watch. Not really the desired reply. I have limited the search somewhat. I have made a few links to the perspective models below. I was contemplating putting in pictures, but i did not want to commit copyright infringement towards the dealers. Which, given the circumstances, is rather funny. The models are: Breitling for Bentley Flying B - Stainless steel, Black Dial Joshua Andrew I have found this watch at a higher price with Eurotimez, but their prizing eliminates them. Now both Joshua and Andrew are trusted vendors here at RWG, and I haven't found any review of this particular model that could tell me the differences if there are any. I was puzzeled by the reply i got from Joshua saying that i would not need extending links to make the watch fit. I have never experienced not needing extra links on genuine watch purchases before (Police, Omega, Gant, Seiko). Does anybody here have such a watch? And if so, would the original fit a 9.5" wrist? Do you have any recommendations? I work as a Chef Restaurateur in a popular restaurant. I work in the kitchen, but i am also out amongst the guest, and i'd like a watch that will be noticed when i greet people. Watches are wonderful conversation starters, and i'd like to draw on their potential. I would like a watch that's as close to the original as possible as i'll meet people who are wearing the genuine article. I might go for a TT, but a FG would be overreaching. Nobody's going to believe that i spend USD 40K+ on a watch, or they will believe it and i'll have the IRS crawling all over me. As a part of this i have decided to write a few postings about this experience. Many comming members have not made a purchase yet, and i think they will benefit from a description of the experience. I know i would have. With regards from the cold north of Norway where the temperature currently is below -28 degrees Celcius. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deniz21 Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 man i would think a breitling sosf or blackstell or super avenger will fit you perfekt, put a nice leather strap on it( big and classy watch like the flyng , and youl be fine, btw these are super reps, or you take the iwc big pilot, also very cool, i think you would be happy with one of them or all of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upland Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 "I would like a watch that's as close to the original as possible as i'll meet people who are wearing the genuine article." Mmmm, there is something about your motivation,brother " Hi Chef. What a nice Breitling you have here, what about salmon ,it's rep or gen?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogerwine Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 "I would like a watch that's as close to the original as possible as i'll meet people who are wearing the genuine article." Mmmm, there is something about your motivation,brother " Hi Chef. What a nice Breitling you have here, what about salmon ,it's rep or gen?" Calling out perceived motives on a rep-watch site is the best example ever "of the pot calling the kettle black". Also a good example of "projection". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broker1981 Posted January 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 "I would like a watch that's as close to the original as possible as i'll meet people who are wearing the genuine article." Mmmm, there is something about your motivation,brother " Hi Chef. What a nice Breitling you have here, what about salmon ,it's rep or gen?" I seriously doubt that they'd be asking me wether it's a rep or gen, but i dont think i am alone in wanting the rep to pass as a gen? Isnt that why people like Josh put so much time and energy into the replication process? In the case of the Breitling Flying B they have both purchased an original to replicate from to ensure the exact copy. There may be something about my motivation, but it is shared with a great majority of the rep-buying public. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 I seriously doubt that they'd be asking me wether it's a rep or gen, but i dont think i am alone in wanting the rep to pass as a gen? Isnt that why people like Josh put so much time and energy into the replication process? In the case of the Breitling Flying B they have both purchased an original to replicate from to ensure the exact copy. There may be something about my motivation, but it is shared with a great majority of the rep-buying public. It depends by how you define 'pass as gen'. If you mean people here might want people to appreciate that they are wearing a nice watch, yes, it's always nice to receive compliments, but mostly, folks just don't notice, or if they do, rarely pass comment If you mean people would actually say "Yeah, it's real..." if asked if it's real or fake, and it's really a rep, then you won't find many like that on this forum PS For your size wrist, I would suggest a Panerai 127 or 217 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broker1981 Posted January 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 man i would think a breitling sosf or blackstell or super avenger will fit you perfekt, put a nice leather strap on it( big and classy watch like the flyng , and youl be fine, btw these are super reps, or you take the iwc big pilot, also very cool, i think you would be happy with one of them or all of them I have been by the Breitling dealership in Bergen, Norway and none of the leather or rubber straps fit. I need a steel chain that can be added links onto. The Breitling SOSF is a nice watch, but it was the square casing that attracted me to the Flying B as it is the only Breitling with a square casing. I will look into the IWC one Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broker1981 Posted January 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 It depends by how you define 'pass as gen'. If you mean people here might want people to appreciate that they are wearing a nice watch, yes, it's always nice to receive compliments, but mostly, folks just don't notice, or if they do, rarely pass comment If you mean people would actually say "Yeah, it's real..." if asked if it's real or fake, and it's really a rep, then you won't find many like that on this forum PS For your size wrist, I would suggest a Panerai 127 or 217 You do speak the truth! I am not looking to go to an AD and have the watch pass as a gen, but i don't want a watch that is obviously fake, such as a Folex with a battery.... I will seriously look into the Panerai. It appeals to me because of it's apparent simplicity. I recognize that different vendors have different specialties. Who is the Panerai specialist? Please PM me if this is inappropriate to put in the thread. Thank You! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Remembering the watch needs to match you income if you are looking to display your rep to people streaming into the restaurant .. I have one that you may find a conversation starter.. pics in a bit.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upland Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 I seriously doubt that they'd be asking me wether it's a rep or gen, but i dont think i am alone in wanting the rep to pass as a gen? Isnt that why people like Josh put so much time and energy into the replication process? In the case of the Breitling Flying B they have both purchased an original to replicate from to ensure the exact copy. There may be something about my motivation, but it is shared with a great majority of the rep-buying public. Just kidding,Sir,you're definitely not alone,however, Josh should put more time and energy "into replication process" (IMHO) Back to the topic, IWC Big Pilot 5004 with Chief AR and Zig Lume would be my choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 You do speak the truth! I am not looking to go to an AD and have the watch pass as a gen, but i don't want a watch that is obviously fake, such as a Folex with a battery.... I will seriously look into the Panerai. It appeals to me because of it's apparent simplicity. I recognize that different vendors have different specialties. Who is the Panerai specialist? Please PM me if this is inappropriate to put in the thread. Thank You! I think any dealer is as good as another when it comes to Panerai. As you say, their appeal is their simplicity. Another appeal, is that most people don't even know of the brand, so they don't even question if it is real or not. As long as it doesn't say "Rolex" on the dial, it can't be a fake (as the general public think) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 You want something that will start a conversation?? not your ordinary "watch" AC/Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broker1981 Posted January 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Any thoughts on the Panerai 341 Radomir? It's got a 60mm casing which is BIG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broker1981 Posted January 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 You want something that will start a conversation?? not your ordinary "watch" AC/Lani I LOVE it! How big is it? where can i get it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Any thoughts on the Panerai 341 Radomir? It's got a 60mm casing which is BIG. Probably too big for many, but, you might get on okay with it... Try putting something of similar size on the top of your wrist... As long as it remains 'on your wrist', rather than projecting over the sides of your wrist, it's not too big Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 the 341 is huge.. not just oversized.. it makes a good coffee table "clock" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 the 341 is huge.. not just oversized.. it makes a good coffee table "clock" :shock: That watch is just crazy big Of course, it was designed to be worn over a wetsuit, not daily wear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 I LOVE it! How big is it? where can i get it? All the complications work like the genuine.. A.S. makes very Noveau art designs.. and as I worked a lot of clubs and restaurants.. I know this would be a hit.. amazingly accurate.. you will never ever be called out..imo.. and jazzy Go here for the full A.S line>Here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broker1981 Posted January 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 the 341 is huge.. not just oversized.. it makes a good coffee table "clock" Hmmmm... I do like that one. I cut out a piece of cardboard according to the measurements, and it fits just great. Think i'll have one of these if the strap is long enough. Is the strap longer than usual on this one? Thank you for your expedient reply Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broker1981 Posted January 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 All the complications work like the genuine.. A.S. makes very Noveau art designs.. and as I worked a lot of clubs and restaurants.. I know this would be a hit.. amazingly accurate.. you will never ever be called out..imo.. and jazzy Go here for the full A.S line>Here I looked at it, and it really appeals to me. It's not all that big, but it's 14.5mm tall. Can the chain be extended to fit, i have sent an e-mail to Josh too, but you seem to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Hmmmm... I do like that one. I cut out a piece of cardboard according to the measurements, and it fits just great. Think i'll have one of these if the strap is long enough. Is the strap longer than usual on this one? Thank you for your expedient reply If it fits, I'd say go for it You can always get straps of different lengths Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jchurch Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 I have smaller wrists probably like an 8 inch or something around there. But the Chronofighter Oversize is good Here is the SFSO and how I wear it I imagine there is enough room for an inch or two with the strap. Or the pathfinder, non replica lol Just want to stay away from something too small... The milgauss looks about like this the momo design chrono. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 I looked at it, and it really appeals to me. It's not all that big, but it's 14.5mm tall. Can the chain be extended to fit, i have sent an e-mail to Josh too, but you seem to know. Josh will answer once he wakes.. but I had to downsize the bracelet.. my wrist is between 7 and 7.5" .. I forgot to mention the AR is superb.. the height matches the design.. it's a very cool watch .. it comes with a little tool to turn the crown.. I never use it but it will make turning the triangle easy.. the GMT hand adjust the date.. the happy.. unhappy face is supposed to dictate the weekday and the weekend me thinks..under the second at the 9 are sun and moon markings and the red needle rotates for a 24 hour cycle kinda cool.. and definitely not seen by the generic Rolex and Pam crowd.. the balance on the wrist is very good.. let me get a wristi up.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 the height does not wear as such.. it is a attention getter if your in a restaurant ..it will be one of a kind for sure imo.. it will look even better with cuffs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Lani, I never knew you had a Silberstein! I've always meant to get one, but just never get around to it. The fun whimsy of the watch was something that always appealed to me, and I thought the kids might like it as well. Might have to add one to my list for '10... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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