A shiny Breitling for my cockpit me thinks
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I personally favour the Rolex SeaDweller. Very smart, not too flashy, and an outstanding timekeeper.
Also the most waterproof watch in the world.
Which may come in handy one day, you never know
Also the most waterproof watch in the world.
Which may come in handy one day, you never know
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Beags, is that your own photo? Strange if it's a promo shot cos (1) the bezel is rotated and (2) the hands aren't at nine minutes to two (or nine past ten)
Most unmilitary.
Most unmilitary.
Have a look at www.wernersflyingwatches.com
No, Onan-t-C, it is very similar to mine (except that mine also has small numerals on the bezel, a triangular rather than straight luminous mark at the '12', plus a different style of bracelet) - the closest image I could find. The numerals on mine are also in titanium nitride 'gold' colour rather than what I think is luminous green. This one is, I think, a slightly earlier model?
It came from e-bay. The picture, that is....
It came from e-bay. The picture, that is....
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The Chronomat is good. Not too big, not too expensive and relatively discreet. Had mine now for 6 years and v pleased (they do keep Bruteling time but gives you an excuse to play with it every Met Brief!!). Thought about the Aerospace but everyone's got one and I wanted an automatic movement.
Also looked at IWC. Beautiful watches but chose the Bruteling as it's sturdy enough to wear every day and for every occasion. I just don't believe in spending massive wonga on a watch and have it sitting in the bedside cabinet except at weekends. You must be able to wear it all the time without worrying about it getting scuffed and scratched. Only time I haven't worn it is during survival exercises (too much weight to carry...!).
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"I just don't believe in spending massive wonga on a watch."
Also looked at IWC. Beautiful watches but chose the Bruteling as it's sturdy enough to wear every day and for every occasion. I just don't believe in spending massive wonga on a watch and have it sitting in the bedside cabinet except at weekends. You must be able to wear it all the time without worrying about it getting scuffed and scratched. Only time I haven't worn it is during survival exercises (too much weight to carry...!).
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"I just don't believe in spending massive wonga on a watch."
I, too, favour the Citizen Skyhawk Titanium with Eco-drive. Prior to that I had the Citizen Navihawk. Both very similar - dual analog and digital time, 2 alarms, 30 time zones. Very accurate and easy to use. Street price about £300 and £220 respectively. The Skyhawk is also available in a cheaper but heavier stanless steel version. See http://www.citizenwatch.com/CUK/Engl...ber=JR3060-59F
Breitling - overrated and WAY overpriced. No wristwatch is worth that amount.
Breitling - overrated and WAY overpriced. No wristwatch is worth that amount.
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I have had a few, inc the Aerospace which is nice and light in titanium, but have settled with a Blackbird as my fave (Basically from the Chronomat Range)
Avoid the secondary compass/watch on the strap - looks a bit an@1 to me!
Avoid the secondary compass/watch on the strap - looks a bit an@1 to me!
