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Old 1 March 2023, 05:05 AM   #1
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Breitling Avenger Bandit Opinions?

I bought my Breitling Avenger Bandit about 4-5 years ago, brand new - full set, smokin' price. Over the years I noticed the resale value on this particular watch hasn't increased or decreased at all. I wanted some perspective on this - is it because it's titanium, it's a Breitling, no demand, matte finish, etc?

I absolutely love the watch and consider it my weekend warrior, especially if I'm doing an activity where I'm concerned about another watch getting scratched or nicked.

If you have a deep dislike for this watch, what's your favorite "sh*t kicker" watch?
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Old 2 March 2023, 02:44 AM   #2
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What exactly are you asking here? 99.9% of Breitlings won't increase and almost all will decrease, significantly. I bet your watch indeed unfortunately has decreased in resale value over the years.
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Old 2 March 2023, 03:15 AM   #3
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What exactly are you asking here? 99.9% of Breitlings won't increase and almost all will decrease, significantly. I bet your watch indeed unfortunately has decreased in resale value over the years.
Exactly this; even if you see them listed for a good price, chances are they're selling for less. It's a great watch but like most Breitlings, it's going to lose value.

My favorite beater watch is my Breitling Colt Skyracer. The breitlight case is perfect for a daily beater.
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Old 3 March 2023, 04:25 AM   #4
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Exactly this; even if you see them listed for a good price, chances are they're selling for less. It's a great watch but like most Breitlings, it's going to lose value.

My favorite beater watch is my Breitling Colt Skyracer. The breitlight case is perfect for a daily beater.
I'd agree with that. My light blue Endurance Pro is my beater.
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Old 8 March 2023, 06:08 AM   #5
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What exactly are you asking here? 99.9% of Breitlings won't increase and almost all will decrease, significantly. I bet your watch indeed unfortunately has decreased in resale value over the years.
I figured I paid a low enough price to ($2,700 BNIB & full set) that I would see a tiny increase, but you're right as far as I can tell. Either way, still love the watch.
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Old 8 March 2023, 06:11 AM   #6
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I'd agree with that. My light blue Endurance Pro is my beater.
Ahh that's a nice watch :)
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Old 8 March 2023, 07:11 AM   #7
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I used to own the Avenger Bandit, it’s essentially an updated chrono avenger, ‘Blood diamond’ watch, they are very underated.
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Old 9 March 2023, 02:24 AM   #8
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Avenger Bandit crono titanium. My favorite watch. Got it new a couple of years ago with a steal price.
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Old 9 March 2023, 07:39 AM   #9
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Avenger Bandit crono titanium. My favorite watch. Got it new a couple of years ago with a steal price.
Agreed, I love it and doesn't turn my stomach when I knock my wrist against something lol
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Old 9 March 2023, 07:41 AM   #10
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I used to own the Avenger Bandit, it’s essentially an updated chrono avenger, ‘Blood diamond’ watch, they are very underated.
lmao! I never noticed, until this post. Just googled it and indeed it's there.
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lmao! I never noticed, until this post. Just googled it and indeed it's there.
You should watch it, great movie.
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