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texashawk · 2 May 2010, 08:08 AM

Hi Guys,

Just joined the forum. I recently say the Chronomat B01 for the first time and am very tempted to get one. I was not a real fan of Breitling but this watch has me rethinking things. I have done some research and the reviews have been good.

If I do go ahead and purchase it, how much off retail would be reasonable from a AD. From past post about Breitling, it seems 30-40% off but with the new model does that still apply? Just talking to the AD, they already offered 25% off. Any thoughts would be helpful.

Thanks
TexasHawk

Christiaan · 2 May 2010, 10:15 AM

I would expect no more than 30% from a dealer. You might be able to find one on ebay...

blackmsport · 2 May 2010, 05:50 PM

beautiful watch buy way over price IMHO

2th Dr · 4 May 2010, 11:47 AM

If you get 30-35% off, you're doing good. It's an AWESOME watch! I LOVE mine!
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2th Dr · 4 May 2010, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by blackmsport

beautiful watch buy way over price IMHO

I disagree with you... You get more bang for your buck with this watch than you do with many other brands! This watch is SO well finished, and it has Breitling's first in-house movement, which is very accurate.

texashawk · 5 May 2010, 06:23 AM

2thDR

Beautiful watch. I am thinking of something similar, two tone case, Sierra silver dial with sticks and black croco strap. Thanks for the info.

2th Dr · 5 May 2010, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by texashawk

2thDR

Beautiful watch. I am thinking of something similar, two tone case, Sierra silver dial with sticks and black croco strap. Thanks for the info.

Nice choice! Zadok's on Post Oak has a very nice selection right now, AND I think I saw the very one you're interested in.

spuds · 5 May 2010, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

If you get 30-35% off, you're doing good. It's an AWESOME watch! I LOVE mine!
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I LOVE his too!!

2th Dr · 5 May 2010, 08:29 AM

Thanks Dan!

Paperbill · 7 May 2010, 10:03 AM

I bought my BO1 in March, great watch!

blackmsport · 7 May 2010, 01:24 PM

any pics

dalip · 7 May 2010, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by spuds

I LOVE his too!!

and me

a beauty for sure..

2th Dr · 8 May 2010, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

and me

a beauty for sure..

Thanks mate! Got it on as I type this...

Paperbill · 12 May 2010, 04:51 AM

I think I paid like $6000 for the watch that retails for $7500

Christiaan · 12 May 2010, 05:23 AM

Pre Owned on ebay is as low as $4500 on strap...not bad. Im holding out for a used on on bracelet with a grey dial...love this watch and a GREAT value IMHO

PeteNYC13 · 27 May 2010, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Nice choice! Zadok's on Post Oak has a very nice selection right now, AND I think I saw the very one you're interested in.

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Mark,
Is that a brown dial on yours?! It looks Amazing!

I may have to give Zadok's a visit - I was there last year for Chopard for the Mrs. and very sad (only kidding) that they were not a Rolex AD, maybe it's time I talk Breitling with them.

You do have great taste in watches.

-Pete

2th Dr · 27 May 2010, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

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Mark,
Is that a brown dial on yours?! It looks Amazing!

I may have to give Zadok's a visit - I was there last year for Chopard for the Mrs. and very sad (only kidding) that they were not a Rolex AD, maybe it's time I talk Breitling with them.

You do have great taste in watches.

-Pete

Pete,
It's called an amber dial I believe, and thanks! It IS kinda big for my wrist though, and as much as I absolutely LOVE it, I'm thinking I might sell it. In the flesh it's stunning! Pictures don't do it justice.

PeteNYC13 · 27 May 2010, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Pete,
It's called an amber dial I believe, and thanks! It IS kinda big for my wrist though, and as much as I absolutely LOVE it, I'm thinking I might sell it. In the flesh it's stunning! Pictures don't do it justice.

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That stinks, I am going to try one on as soon as I can get to Zadok's or another Breitling AD. I am pretty big so I don't think 44mm will be too big for me... but, I am comfortable with the Rolexes so it may feel funny to have a "big" watch.
If that one looks better in person than in pictures, it must be AMAZING!

I am sure if you get rid of it, there will be a Rolex quickly in it's place

-Pete

2th Dr · 27 May 2010, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

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That stinks, I am going to try one on as soon as I can get to Zadok's or another Breitling AD. I am pretty big so I don't think 44mm will be too big for me... but, I am comfortable with the Rolexes so it may feel funny to have a "big" watch.
If that one looks better in person than in pictures, it must be AMAZING!

I am sure if you get rid of it, there will be a Rolex quickly in it's place

-Pete

THAT's what I'm worried about!

2th Dr · 27 May 2010, 01:22 PM

I strapped it on a while ago... No frikkin way am I selling it!

texashawk · 27 May 2010, 01:27 PM

2th DR - a friend had recommended Zadok's as well and I ended up getting my B01 from them. Just got it. I like it a lot, still getting used to the size. The leather strap is squeaky right now, is there anything I should be doing to soften up the strap besides just wearing it?

2th Dr · 27 May 2010, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by texashawk

2th DR - a friend had recommended Zadok's as well and I ended up getting my B01 from them. Just got it. I like it a lot, still getting used to the size. The leather strap is squeaky right now, is there anything I should be doing to soften up the strap besides just wearing it?

Nope! Just wear it, my friend!

PeteNYC13 · 27 May 2010, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

I strapped it on a while ago... No frikkin way am I selling it!

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Too bad, I was gonna make you a low ball offer!

Glad you decided it's not too big, enjoy it.

I am pretty sure it jumped past the Milgaus as my next watch...but, that may change by lunch time. I fall in love with a new watch every day.

-Pete

2th Dr · 27 May 2010, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

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Too bad, I was gonna make you a low ball offer!

Glad you decided it's not too big, enjoy it.

I am pretty sure it jumped past the Milgaus as my next watch...but, that may change by lunch time. I fall in love with a new watch every day.

-Pete

I don't know, after wearing it for a while, it really is too big for me. You just might see it in the classifieds at some point...

Foneguy · 28 May 2010, 03:43 AM

Great watch...Live my Ling !!!

2 May 2010, 08:08 AM	#1
texashawk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston Posts: 3	B01 Hi Guys, Just joined the forum. I recently say the Chronomat B01 for the first time and am very tempted to get one. I was not a real fan of Breitling but this watch has me rethinking things. I have done some research and the reviews have been good. If I do go ahead and purchase it, how much off retail would be reasonable from a AD. From past post about Breitling, it seems 30-40% off but with the new model does that still apply? Just talking to the AD, they already offered 25% off. Any thoughts would be helpful. Thanks TexasHawk

2 May 2010, 10:15 AM	#2
Christiaan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Christiaan Location: Fort Mill, SC Watch: 67' Breitling Navi Posts: 1,617	I would expect no more than 30% from a dealer. You might be able to find one on ebay... __________________ "Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities" Frank Lloyd Wright. "For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been and there you will long to return." DaVinci

12 May 2010, 05:23 AM	#15
Christiaan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Christiaan Location: Fort Mill, SC Watch: 67' Breitling Navi Posts: 1,617	Pre Owned on ebay is as low as $4500 on strap...not bad. Im holding out for a used on on bracelet with a grey dial...love this watch and a GREAT value IMHO __________________ "Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities" Frank Lloyd Wright. "For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been and there you will long to return." DaVinci

2 May 2010, 05:50 PM	#3
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	beautiful watch buy way over price IMHO

4 May 2010, 11:47 AM	#4
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	If you get 30-35% off, you're doing good. It's an AWESOME watch! I LOVE mine!

5 May 2010, 06:23 AM	#6
texashawk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston Posts: 3	2thDR Beautiful watch. I am thinking of something similar, two tone case, Sierra silver dial with sticks and black croco strap. Thanks for the info.

5 May 2010, 08:29 AM	#9
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Thanks Dan!

7 May 2010, 10:03 AM	#10
Paperbill Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: Florida Watch: Daytona SS Posts: 134	I bought my BO1 in March, great watch!

7 May 2010, 01:24 PM	#11
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	any pics

12 May 2010, 04:51 AM	#14
Paperbill Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: Florida Watch: Daytona SS Posts: 134	I think I paid like $6000 for the watch that retails for $7500

27 May 2010, 01:22 PM	#20
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	I strapped it on a while ago... No frikkin way am I selling it!

27 May 2010, 01:27 PM	#21
texashawk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston Posts: 3	2th DR - a friend had recommended Zadok's as well and I ended up getting my B01 from them. Just got it. I like it a lot, still getting used to the size. The leather strap is squeaky right now, is there anything I should be doing to soften up the strap besides just wearing it?

28 May 2010, 03:43 AM	#25
Foneguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Buddy Location: Florida Watch: 116234 Posts: 828	Great watch...Live my Ling !!!

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