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Montbrilliant Legende or B01 Chronomat SS....Help me choose!


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Hey guys this will be my first rep. purchase and I can choose between these two. I really like the Legende but I am concerned with the sunken datewheel. Don't know how noticeable it will be once I get the watch. I like the Chronomat but just feel its a little to formal for me. I have read all the reviews in this forum (great reviews and tips by the way) and came to the conclusion that the B01 ultimate has less flaws then the Legende (correct me if I'm wrong). I'm in my mid-20's and want something that's fashionable and realistically something that I can wear on most occasions. I'd love to hear what people in the forum think.

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The B01 is a great piece, you just need to look at By Tor's review, I'm told the pics are amazing (as ever from the big man!)

Being in your mid 20's, it would probably suit you far more than the Legend, the new bezel with 'space invader' numerals, the big pearl. I would suggest the same model as BT has, the onyx seems to be the best of the lot!!

Sixx :bones:

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Thanks guys. I think I'm going to stick with the Chronomat now. Now I'm wavering over the Ultimate B01 and the Chronomat Evolution. What do you guys think? Is there still a sunken date wheel problem on the B01 (the evolution seems like the date wheel is fine). I'm planning on getting it today from Joshua so your feedback is much appreciated.

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I have quite a few Breitlings. The Super Avenger, the Chronomat with UTC, 6.75, Bentley GT and the Montbrilliant Legende

and I would suggest the Legende. The Chronomat B01 is a nice watch but nothing special. The Legende at 46mm is a large watch that wears well and is very noticeable. I have both the black face and the white face and prefer the white face with the dark blue bezel ring.

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The most accurate BCE rep made is this one..

http://www.1-pc8838.com/bl10090-chronomat-evolution-graphite-asia-7750-28800-updat-p-4689.html

The V3's are ok,some have the 'tick' up against the 10 on the 12 o'clock subdial,some dont,some of the large grooves in the bezel dont line up with the grooves in the ring around the crystal (like newer SA reps),that graphite v2 is still the best. :good:

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Everyone thanks for the feedback, this forum is fu*K*n honest and I love it!! I'm going with Dave's Advice and getting the V2 Graphite with the updated wheel. I can already say that this is the first of my many new future breitling purchases. Hopefully I can put as much feedback and honesty into this forum as you guys do.

**I will keep you updated with Pics from my purchase with Joshua**

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I researched the BCE a little when I bought mine.

The original v2 is long gone... "v2 with updated dw" is actually v3. Confused? Well, read this:

Original v2 supposedly had better bracelet and better dial. v3 dials (the tabs mainly) are inferior. Dave can probably verify it (or not). v3 has great dw but the tabs are more "chewing gum"-like and greenish.

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Quick update for you guys, I ended up changing my mind again and decided to buy the Super Avenger SS/SS from Joshua. Hopefully all that wavering I did works in the end. Its my first breitling so I really couldn't decide which one would be best. After doing countless hours of research I decided I big flashy watch is what I wanted, and with the Super Avenger thats what I will get.

Since its my first Breitling, any suggestions on if I should get it serviced or anything else I would need to know about owning a Breitling?

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Well, you're wearing an Asian 7750 powered Breitling, so best to find someone rep-friendly who can clean and service the movement for you. Other than that, there is nothing other than keeping it wound and cleaning it regularly that need doing. Just wear and enjoy ;)

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Thanks for the feedback. I was thinking about getting it serviced right away to make sure that it runs good right away. How much does servicing for a rep usually cost and where would you recommend I go? (watch repairs, watchmakers)

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The most accurate BCE rep made is this one..

http://www.1-pc8838.com/bl10090-chronomat-evolution-graphite-asia-7750-28800-updat-p-4689.html

The V3's are ok,some have the 'tick' up against the 10 on the 12 o'clock subdial,some dont,some of the large grooves in the bezel dont line up with the grooves in the ring around the crystal (like newer SA reps),that graphite v2 is still the best. :good:

i wish josh had this available with a white dial!

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The elusive white dial...all the rage of 2007 and still not around?...i didnt know that,but recall back then there was a decent white dial rep,then it vanished and was like a wm9 sub today,if you could get your hands on one,it was gone,even the version with the CZ bezel,to which was my thing.... 8)

:lol:

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The elusive white dial...all the rage of 2007 and still not around?...i didnt know that,but recall back then there was a decent white dial rep,then it vanished and was like a wm9 sub today,if you could get your hands on one,it was gone,even the version with the CZ bezel,to which was my thing.... 8)

:lol:

Gone to the best of my knowledge but if anyone knows where to find one please do share or maybe if you have one laying around that doesn't get much wrist time keep me in mind! I would very much like to get my hand on another!

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Its amazing how most of the best versions of Breitling reps are no longer made yet the inferior version seem to continue for eternity. If the original Chrono Avenger maker did another run with AR and the proper date wheel he'd make a fortune!

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