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      11-29-2005, 03:57 PM   #23
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You guys drive the "Ultimate Driving Machine" so I thought that you would know about good taste, style and quality. Judging by these posts it doesn't appear that you do when it comes to watches. Anybody that does know about Timepieces knows that the only brand of choice is Breitling. Check them out and count yourselves educated.

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      11-29-2005, 04:07 PM   #24
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      11-29-2005, 05:17 PM   #25
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John, I've read your reviews/pages on Rolex's and Omegas...good stuff dude. I am not surprised to find you in this forum.

Side note: the F series Rolex Daytona has got my name written all over it...now all I need to do is come up with 7k.
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      11-29-2005, 05:20 PM   #26
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You guys drive the "Ultimate Driving Machine" so I thought that you would know about good taste, style and quality. Judging by these posts it doesn't appear that you do when it comes to watches. Anybody that does know about Timepieces knows that the only brand of choice is Breitling. Check them out and count yourselves educated.

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http://www.breitling.com/en/
Watches are like clothing ... all preference after the $50 dollar price mark. That being said, the Breitling is a very handsome watch. I just prefer the simpler designs offered by Rolex and Omega ... specifically the Seamaster and Submariners.
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      11-29-2005, 06:41 PM   #27
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You guys drive the "Ultimate Driving Machine" so I thought that you would know about good taste, style and quality. Judging by these posts it doesn't appear that you do when it comes to watches. Anybody that does know about Timepieces knows that the only brand of choice is Breitling. Check them out and count yourselves educated.

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http://www.breitling.com/en/
Breitlings are nice, but they're too heavy imo. Also, I think the face of the watches look too busy. It's all preference though, no need to question someone's taste...unless it's an exhaust from KAS.
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      11-30-2005, 05:29 AM   #28
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You guys drive the "Ultimate Driving Machine" so I thought that you would know about good taste, style and quality. Judging by these posts it doesn't appear that you do when it comes to watches. Anybody that does know about Timepieces knows that the only brand of choice is Breitling. Check them out and count yourselves educated.

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http://www.breitling.com/en/
Is this guy a troll?

Breitling has a very unique style and are reasonably well respected. But from an horological standpoint, the fact that they don't make any of their own movements hurts them. I could certainly pay a lot less than Breitling prices to find an oversized chronograph with an ETA movement.

Certainly nothing wrong with being loyal to a brand...just not to this point.
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      11-30-2005, 05:32 AM   #29
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John, I've read your reviews/pages on Rolex's and Omegas...good stuff dude. I am not surprised to find you in this forum.

Side note: the F series Rolex Daytona has got my name written all over it...now all I need to do is come up with 7k.
Thanks! Much appreciate.

If you can find an F series (I assume stainless) Daytona at retail, then beg, borrow, or steal to get the money. It's just so darn difficult to get from an authorized dealer....
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      11-30-2005, 11:17 AM   #30
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Quote:
Originally Posted by popsistop
You guys drive the "Ultimate Driving Machine" so I thought that you would know about good taste, style and quality. Judging by these posts it doesn't appear that you do when it comes to watches. Anybody that does know about Timepieces knows that the only brand of choice is Breitling. Check them out and count yourselves educated.

Standard issue to S.A.S

http://www.breitling.com/en/
for the amount of money that we are spending on watches its going to be all about preferance. ....nothing against them though.
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      11-30-2005, 12:15 PM   #31
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      11-30-2005, 12:17 PM   #32
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Breitlings are nice, but they're too heavy imo. Also, I think the face of the watches look too busy. It's all preference though, no need to question someone's taste...unless it's an exhaust from KAS.
Nice touch!
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      11-30-2005, 12:20 PM   #33
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Can't get sportier/expensive than the Rolex Daytona

But this watch here is pretty hot too, just had to show and tell
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      11-30-2005, 12:46 PM   #34
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Breitlings are nice, but they're too heavy imo. Also, I think the face of the watches look too busy. It's all preference though, no need to question someone's taste...unless it's an exhaust from KAS.
i couldn't agree more. Breitlings have always looked too busy for me.

I love how that hack is catching $hit for his exhaust in a thread about watches! :rocks:
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      11-30-2005, 03:20 PM   #35
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Tag Kiruim, Cartier Tank Francaise, Omega Constellation, and Mont Blanc when i dress somewhat nicely.


Breitlings give me headaches
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      11-30-2005, 04:55 PM   #36
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Is this guy a troll?

Breitling has a very unique style and are reasonably well respected. But from an horological standpoint, the fact that they don't make any of their own movements hurts them. I could certainly pay a lot less than Breitling prices to find an oversized chronograph with an ETA movement.

Certainly nothing wrong with being loyal to a brand...just not to this point.

Please don't take it personal, but I could say the same thing about Rolex, execept the fact that they DO make their own movements hurts them.

There is nothing wrong with most ETA / Valjoux movements, and nothing more overpriced than a Rolex.
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      05-04-2006, 08:25 PM   #37
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      05-04-2006, 08:38 PM   #38
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edit: i should mention i never cared for fancy watches before. I have blue face with glow in the dark dials and date. how do i check the series??

Omega Seamaster professional chrometer here.

Prada Sunglasses when i'm cruising.

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I am gonna go out on a limb and predict that many BMW owners (or any fine driving machine) enjoy the finer things in life. To that end, what type of watch(es) do you sport while driving your 3 series?

Rolex Daytona?
Rolex Submariner?
Omega Seamaster?
Breitling?
Tag?

I'll start: Omega Seamaster Professional Chronometer (ref.2531)

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      05-04-2006, 08:41 PM   #39
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I really love this watch. I've had it for about 4 or 5 years. It has lots of scratches on it, though. Still looks really sharp.
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I love my watch


on second thought, that's the ugly POS I've ever seen before..however this is the one I really want and will never be able to afford it



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wow, looks like omega is a favorite here. Anyone else buy it cuz its Bond's watch? lol.... thats one of the reasons i did, ill admit.
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