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roadcarver · 3 August 2007, 05:46 AM

Vince Bellissima of Timepiece Perfection hunted for a Chrono Avenger blue dial Pro II for me and Breitling in switzerland no longer has any. They are phasing this out as it is being replaced by the Avenger Skyland. Nice watch, but a tad bit and its all SS, I prefer Titanium.

He found a new one for me, new with the trimmings. He'll be shipping it out on Monday... I should get it on Wed, and I'm off all of next week!

My local AD doesn't have one anymore...

Woohoo!

Solo118 · 3 August 2007, 06:07 AM

Awesome good luck!
I have a question about the Avenger if you dont mind... I was looking into it for an everyday watch to have in the office and such since my Daytona has tons of scratches on the gold area. How does the Titanium hold up? I tried it on and it looks awesome im just afraid the Titanium might be killing the look of the watch (as apposed to shiny SS) which leads to my next question.... This all SS model any pics or info when its coming out??

In addition im seeing prices as low as US $2100 for these Chrono Avengers, If I see a blue dial would you want me to email you a link? (I myself might go for the white dial with brown leather strap or the blue dial and titanium bracelet)

roadcarver · 3 August 2007, 06:15 AM

Titanium does scratch easier but not that easy, but it can easily be buffed out. There were discussion about it regarding Titanium that it "self heals", due to its top layer. Titanium is softer than SS, but lighter.

Here's the discussion about it: http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=23106

Also, Ti does not have that "cold" shock feel compared to SS. As for the SS Skyland Avenger, folks are already ordering it, and there's a lead time of 6-8 weeks. Some are even waiting for Dec delivery. The Skyland photo can be found here... http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...hlight=skyland

In daylight, Titanium does ont look too blingy, and it does look somewhat brushed which I like.

This was my CA which was stolen on Pro I:

The Pro II bracelet looks like this: (Borrowed from Fagan over at TZ)

Here's a better photo from our good friend Comatox...
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...=titanium+chip

Solo118 · 3 August 2007, 11:42 AM

Thanks for the info, This watch looks awesome, Do you think I should hold out for the Skyland in SS? If not heres the one I was pondering 2080 US from alanfurman

timebroker · 3 August 2007, 12:16 PM

Always thought titanium was one of the hardest metals in existence but that is different from 'scratchable'?

roadcarver · 3 August 2007, 01:21 PM

NP. Skyland will be a 50mm size... it will be big!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solo118

Thanks for the info, This watch looks awesome, Do you think I should hold out for the Skyland in SS? If not heres the one I was pondering 2080 US from alanfurman

Solo118 · 6 August 2007, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadcarver

NP. Skyland will be a 50mm size... it will be big!

YIKES! 50mm!!! Lets see what I can do about this current model because even 44mm is pushing it. I really want a shiny SS model but Breitlings are really out of my price range for the daily beater but for 2k I cant say no to this stunning Avenger

roadcarver · 7 August 2007, 12:35 AM

If you need a beater get the SuperOcean Professional. Lumed Arabic numerals, and 40mm size.

Solo118 · 7 August 2007, 06:33 AM

Or the Colt GMT? Not much more money and gets you a 2nd time zone feature... Who knows Im just waiting for a bonus check from work to hit my account and then I will be price checking and trying on watches in the nyc area

mickiratt · 7 August 2007, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadcarver

Vince Bellissima of Timepiece Perfection hunted for a Chrono Avenger blue dial Pro II for me and Breitling in switzerland no longer has any. They are phasing this out as it is being replaced by the Avenger Skyland. Nice watch, but a tad bit and its all SS, I prefer Titanium.

He found a new one for me, new with the trimmings. He'll be shipping it out on Monday... I should get it on Wed, and I'm off all of next week!

My local AD doesn't have one anymore...

Woohoo!

That's a piece of well deserved good news. Good for you!

I bet you have missed having that baby on your wrist.

roadcarver · 8 August 2007, 12:56 AM

CA is with Vince, he will ship today. Took longer than he thought to get the CA as they are disappearing from ADs and Breitling directly.

There are no Pro IIs available from his sources so it will be identical to what I had which is a Pro I.

roadcarver · 9 August 2007, 02:16 PM

Sigh... my quest to replace my CA has come to a dead end.

Vince mistakenly received the Chrono Avenger M1 which has the superquartz movement hence I told him that I don't want it. The supplier that has the CA (automatic) is selling it higher than Vince quoted me so the deal is off.

I'm getting the refund first thing tomorrow.

Looks like faith is stopping me from getting my Chrono Avenger!

I'll check another AD here and if not, I'll go with Alan Furman!

mickiratt · 9 August 2007, 11:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadcarver

Sigh... my quest to replace my CA has come to a dead end.

Vince mistakenly received the Chrono Avenger M1 which has the superquartz movement hence I told him that I don't want it. The supplier that has the CA (automatic) is selling it higher than Vince quoted me so the deal is off.

I'm getting the refund first thing tomorrow.

Looks like faith is stopping me from getting my Chrono Avenger!

I'll check another AD here and if not, I'll go with Alan Furman!

Unbelievable!

roadcarver · 15 August 2007, 12:31 AM

Sol,

Correction, the skyland is 45mm not 50mm as I previously thought.

Best,

Vernon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solo118

YIKES! 50mm!!! Lets see what I can do about this current model because even 44mm is pushing it. I really want a shiny SS model but Breitlings are really out of my price range for the daily beater but for 2k I cant say no to this stunning Avenger

Solo118 · 16 August 2007, 01:30 PM

Hey just got your pm thanks for the info... It seems to me AlanFurman has the best price on the Breitlings Im interested in (either colt gmt or chrono avenger) So I just want to see what his price is on the skyland as soon as its released in the states

roadcarver · 16 August 2007, 04:41 PM

Here in Canada is over 4K... not worth it. I'm looking at the Seawolf right now (preowned). Deciding whether whether to get the blue or yellow dial.

Solo118 · 16 August 2007, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadcarver

Here in Canada is over 4K... not worth it. I'm looking at the Seawolf right now (preowned). Deciding whether whether to get the blue or yellow dial.

Yellow is really sharp on a Breitling but its really up to you, This one is to drool for though!

3 August 2007, 05:46 AM	#1
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Timepiece Perfection Vince Bellissima of Timepiece Perfection hunted for a Chrono Avenger blue dial Pro II for me and Breitling in switzerland no longer has any. They are phasing this out as it is being replaced by the Avenger Skyland. Nice watch, but a tad bit and its all SS, I prefer Titanium. He found a new one for me, new with the trimmings. He'll be shipping it out on Monday... I should get it on Wed, and I'm off all of next week! My local AD doesn't have one anymore... Woohoo! __________________ I'm just a cook... Last edited by roadcarver; 4 August 2007 at 02:09 AM..

3 August 2007, 06:15 AM	#3
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Titanium does scratch easier but not that easy, but it can easily be buffed out. There were discussion about it regarding Titanium that it "self heals", due to its top layer. Titanium is softer than SS, but lighter. Here's the discussion about it: http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=23106 Also, Ti does not have that "cold" shock feel compared to SS. As for the SS Skyland Avenger, folks are already ordering it, and there's a lead time of 6-8 weeks. Some are even waiting for Dec delivery. The Skyland photo can be found here... http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...hlight=skyland In daylight, Titanium does ont look too blingy, and it does look somewhat brushed which I like. This was my CA which was stolen on Pro I: The Pro II bracelet looks like this: (Borrowed from Fagan over at TZ) Here's a better photo from our good friend Comatox... http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...=titanium+chip __________________ I'm just a cook...

7 August 2007, 12:35 AM	#8
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	If you need a beater get the SuperOcean Professional. Lumed Arabic numerals, and 40mm size. __________________ I'm just a cook...

8 August 2007, 12:56 AM	#11
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	CA is with Vince, he will ship today. Took longer than he thought to get the CA as they are disappearing from ADs and Breitling directly. There are no Pro IIs available from his sources so it will be identical to what I had which is a Pro I. __________________ I'm just a cook...

9 August 2007, 02:16 PM	#12
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Sigh... my quest to replace my CA has come to a dead end. Vince mistakenly received the Chrono Avenger M1 which has the superquartz movement hence I told him that I don't want it. The supplier that has the CA (automatic) is selling it higher than Vince quoted me so the deal is off. I'm getting the refund first thing tomorrow. Looks like faith is stopping me from getting my Chrono Avenger! I'll check another AD here and if not, I'll go with Alan Furman! __________________ I'm just a cook...

3 August 2007, 06:07 AM	#2
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,092	Awesome good luck! I have a question about the Avenger if you dont mind... I was looking into it for an everyday watch to have in the office and such since my Daytona has tons of scratches on the gold area. How does the Titanium hold up? I tried it on and it looks awesome im just afraid the Titanium might be killing the look of the watch (as apposed to shiny SS) which leads to my next question.... This all SS model any pics or info when its coming out?? In addition im seeing prices as low as US $2100 for these Chrono Avengers, If I see a blue dial would you want me to email you a link? (I myself might go for the white dial with brown leather strap or the blue dial and titanium bracelet)

3 August 2007, 11:42 AM	#4
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,092	Thanks for the info, This watch looks awesome, Do you think I should hold out for the Skyland in SS? If not heres the one I was pondering 2080 US from alanfurman

3 August 2007, 12:16 PM	#5
timebroker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Filip Location: Belgium Posts: 1,619	Always thought titanium was one of the hardest metals in existence but that is different from 'scratchable'?

7 August 2007, 06:33 AM	#9
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,092	Or the Colt GMT? Not much more money and gets you a 2nd time zone feature... Who knows Im just waiting for a bonus check from work to hit my account and then I will be price checking and trying on watches in the nyc area

16 August 2007, 01:30 PM	#15
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,092	Hey just got your pm thanks for the info... It seems to me AlanFurman has the best price on the Breitlings Im interested in (either colt gmt or chrono avenger) So I just want to see what his price is on the skyland as soon as its released in the states

16 August 2007, 04:41 PM	#16
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Here in Canada is over 4K... not worth it. I'm looking at the Seawolf right now (preowned). Deciding whether whether to get the blue or yellow dial. __________________ I'm just a cook...

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