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20 August 2007, 10:21 AM | #1 |
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help me decide....
Looking for a new everyday watch. I work in an office and wear button shirts and slacks each day (no suits) so i guess anything goes. I am in the 2-3k budget and most probably will go with a lightly used model to save some cash. I was checking out a couple of breitlings the colt gmt and the chrono avenger. Until I saw the chopard gran turismo xl in person and I am in love with all three!
can anyone offer their opinion? I think I am leaning towards the chopard since I have 2 breitings but I am still in huge confusion since the chopard looks HUGE on my tiny wrist but it just looks amazing |
21 August 2007, 10:30 AM | #2 |
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21 August 2007, 11:28 AM | #3 |
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Between the Breitling and the Chopard, I would opt for the Breitling. I'm not crazy about the color scheme on the Chopard. I've got a Breitling Navitimer Olympus and I love it. But that one might be a bit big on you - it's 43 mm.
Are you looking for sport or more dressy? A DJ would do well as a dressier watch. An EXP would be a good sport watch. Neither is too large and would probably suit you.
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Chopard all the way, fairly unique and very cool. White face with all of the business of the Breitling does nothing for me.
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21 August 2007, 12:45 PM | #5 |
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Buy another Rolex.
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21 August 2007, 02:00 PM | #6 |
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cant do another rolex i have a max of 3k budget the breitling new from alanfurman is 2050 and a preowned gt xl will run about 2500
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I would seriously check out Omegas SeaMaster and Railmaster lines with the Co-Axial movement. They are all availiable brand new within your budget, water resistant to 150 meters, proven, look good and will take a beating.
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I agree with Chad.
Omegas are really value for money. If the Chopard looks hugh so would the breitlings. I would recommend getting the mid-size seamaster series or the 36mm Aqua Terra. I actually wanna get one myself but I in the end I decided to keep my cash and buy a Ti Seiko diver instead. |
22 August 2007, 11:25 AM | #10 |
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My vote is with Chad.... I would look at a nice Omega.....
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22 August 2007, 11:35 AM | #11 |
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That particular Chopard is pretty large, if I recall, but if it fits your wrist (I assume you have already tried it on) I would go for the Chopard, as they are a couple of steps above Breitling. Now I am thinking of buying a Breitling soon, and I like their brand, but Chopard is a classier watch. This being said, I have to admit I am highly sympathetic to those who are advising you look at Omega--excellent value for the money.
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22 August 2007, 11:39 AM | #12 |
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22 August 2007, 12:23 PM | #13 |
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I like this idea, But it hurts to see all the scratches and stuff from wearing it daily, Honestly I think whatever damage I might do can be reversed, But I still rather have a SS watch to wear more often.... I am still unsure and I dont mind taking my time since I do have this EXCELLENT watch to wear every day.
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27 August 2007, 09:56 AM | #15 |
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Thats not the issue... i would like to have a ss watch to have for those informal times. i am just torn between a few watches and now im reconsidering a planet ocean
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28 August 2007, 01:07 AM | #17 |
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Sol,
How about the Super Ocean Professional? Its around 40mm, and has a brushed polished, however also comes with the polished bling version. The Omega PO is also a good choice, can't go wrong with the orange arab with black bezel :-) Best, Vernon
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The only 40mm breitling i would go for would be the colt gmt.... BUT i have an older colt chrono so i dont want it to look alike... I will check out the colt gmt as well... the po is great also but im still gonna try to find a preowned GT XL its just keeps smiling back at me!
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30 August 2007, 01:43 PM | #19 |
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I might take a different approach and do some shopping around at vintage stores. Something like an older Hamilton, maybe the Ventura, would make quite a statement. Something not too flashy that nobody else has... Cheers, Larry.
BTW, I love Chopard, and lust for one... |
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Omega Aqua Terra!!
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