Del_RFC Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 I am in the market for a Breitling Chrono Avenger, S/S with a black dial. I am currently looking at 2 options:- Sashwatch at $253 delivered to the UK http://www.rwg.cc/members/Sash-Brietling-C...ger-t15331.html and Joshua at $298 (delivered I think) http://watchwindersworld.com/bl10062-chron...800-p-1972.html Any advice on the best option between both above or is there an option with another dealer option I should be looking at. Thanks in advance. Del.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyster Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 I've never used Sashwatch but I've used Joshua, hes spot on. As for the watch, Its the same watch they both sell, with the newer 28800 bph Asian movement, just bear in mind its a fantasy model. Nothing wrong with that, Its a beautiful watch but genuine article was only made in titanium. Its been replicated twice to my knowledge in titanium, the first of the two reps being the better, old Asian movement though and no longer available, now if they did a rerun of that in titanium with the newer Asian movement I would buy one in a heartbeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 Yeh they're both the same watch, and both are good dealers! Its a shame it's not Titanium as said, Breitling never made a S/S chrono avenger. Its still an awesome watch that I will probably end up buying very soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 IMHO, go for the chronomat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del_RFC Posted January 28, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 IMHO, go for the chronomat. Chronomat also looks the biz..... started looking at Josh's Super Avenger in S/S... Anyone confirm if this is a fantasy model? Choices, choices ... I'm like a kid in a sweet shop here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deltatahoe Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 IMHO, go for the chronomat. i was thinking the same thing...if it's a ss breitling you're after, go for the new chronomat evolution... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 Chronomat also looks the biz..... started looking at Josh's Super Avenger in S/S... Anyone confirm if this is a fantasy model? It is indeed, only ever made in Titanium. Chronomat is the SS Breitling to go for at the moment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del_RFC Posted January 28, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 It is indeed, only ever made in Titanium. Chronomat is the SS Breitling to go for at the moment! Thanks lads, info is much appreciated. Chronomat looks like it may well win the day. I like the version with the hour numbers as opposed to sticks. One last question .... who's the main man to buy this beast from? I'm off to start searching the dealers but any pointers in the right direction would once again be much appreciated. A cyber beer to each and every one of you. Cheers Del Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 One last question .... who's the main man to buy this beast from? I'm off to start searching the dealers but any pointers in the right direction would once again be much appreciated. Wouldn't want to give you too easier a time This may be of some help though..........(BCE - Breitling Chronomat Evolution when you read the topic by the way) http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showto...7357&st=180 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 I think I would go with Angus'. He seems to have the latest generation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deltatahoe Posted January 29, 2007 Report Share Posted January 29, 2007 Chronomat looks like it may well win the day. I like the version with the hour numbers as opposed to sticks. there have already been two generations of the chronomat evolution (josh and trusty are both currently selling the 2nd generation), and angus is making a 3rd edition (see the link b16a2 provided). fyi, angus isn't going to be making the hour numbers (numeral) version of the chronomat evolution (i asked).... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del_RFC Posted January 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2007 there have already been two generations of the chronomat evolution (josh and trusty are both currently selling the 2nd generation), and angus is making a 3rd edition (see the link b16a2 provided). fyi, angus isn't going to be making the hour numbers (numeral) version of the chronomat evolution (i asked).... Thanks Delta for the info (and to all other who contributed). With all this assistance I am unsure if I solved one issue and opened up another half dozen Still it is very much appreciated and will come in very handy when decision time comes (very shortly) I am fast swinging towards the Chronomat from Angus. Whilst I can live with the stick markers as opposed to numerals the one single thing that puts me off is the domed glass. I fully assume as every last detail (including the domed glass) is covered on this rep therefore this will be exactly as per the genuine article. Gonna sleep on it tonight then if I still feel the same then I will begin to bend the wifes ear in the morning. Hopefully shouldn't take too long Thanks again lads and hope to add something to what is an excellent community over the coming weeks, months and years. Del.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deltatahoe Posted January 29, 2007 Report Share Posted January 29, 2007 Thanks Delta for the info (and to all other who contributed)....[....]....Thanks again lads and hope to add something to what is an excellent community over the coming weeks, months and years. Del.... you're welcome -- i'm glad i was able to be helpful. the amount of information on these boards is staggering; i've been at it for about nine months and still feel like a noobie. but i'm starting to find my find myself being able to contribute here and there to answer a question or two, which is fun. i'm sure you'll find yourself in a similar position soon enough. have fun, and hold onto your wallet -- it will be a wild ride. deltatahoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docblackrock Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 I've never used Sashwatch but I've used Joshua, hes spot on. As for the watch, Its the same watch they both sell, with the newer 28800 bph Asian movement, just bear in mind its a fantasy model. Nothing wrong with that, Its a beautiful watch but genuine article was only made in titanium. Its been replicated twice to my knowledge in titanium, the first of the two reps being the better, old Asian movement though and no longer available, now if they did a rerun of that in titanium with the newer Asian movement I would buy one in a heartbeat. Hmmm, just curious but what's THIS then??? The newer inferior model??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 I'm not an expert at all but I got mine from Andrew and I love it. Of course, it is a fantasy model (check Breitling.com, no SS in Avenger). Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 Doc- I believe that ti Chrono Avenger is a newer model. It looks to have a bad bezel pearl compared to the gen (and the original rep version). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyster Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 Hmmm, just curious but what's THIS then??? The newer inferior model??? kruzer00s right, the pearl is poor on that later model, the 4 of the 45 on the bezel is also closed (if you know what I mean) It should be an open 4 like the gen. Its a minefield isn't it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 But when you get it right it is fabulous. Since I bought mine I have swapped movements, put in a gen dial and relumed. $600 into it but I am hoping it will last a lifetime. I am about to give into the Chronomat. I assume Angus' version is the best. Any disagreement before I plunk down the money? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del_RFC Posted January 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 Gonna sleep on it tonight then if I still feel the same then I will begin to bend the wifes ear in the morning. Hopefully shouldn't take too long Mind made up, it's the Chronomat Evolution from Angus, and permission granted by the better half. (surprisingly easy ) Awaiting response from Angus on availability and the only thing left to decide is graphite or white dial. Thanks again lads. Del.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 This is definitely the Chronomat to purchase! Check out the other post 'so who's waiting.......' for pictures of the latest dials Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del_RFC Posted January 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 This is definitely the Chronomat to purchase! Check out the other post 'so who's waiting.......' for pictures of the latest dials B16a2, In the end that post made the whole decision a "no brainer". 1. There were 82 guys in "the know" showing intention to add this to their collection. 2. Angus's attention to detail struck me as outstanding and of a man who takes fantastic pride in what he supplies. 3. I took a look at some of the collections galleries of the people waiting for release of this masterpiece. These guys have a serious passion for perfection (or as close to) and I figured when they are getting excited about this beast then this was something very very special, so much so that I wanted a piece of the action. Still waiting for a reply to my mail from Angus. I just want to get the order placed and the wheels in motion to get this on my wrist. Always had a passion for a nice watch and own a couple of genuine Tag Heuer models however I have caught the bug. For the price I would have paid for my next Tag there are now 5 or 6 serious reps pencilled in now to be added to the collection. Next stop is a Carrera in S/S..... the a ....... Cheers Del Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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