Watch for Pilots - what function U ever use?

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5th October 2006 | 17:31

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Jetboxer

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From: Aberdeen, UK

I find this timepiece far superior to the Breitling Aerospace.
http://www.totallythomas.net/Details.cfm?ProdID=196

5th October 2006 | 21:02

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212man

Joined: Oct 1999

Aviation Qualifications: ATPL

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From: Den Haag

" lose time and are made for wankers who believe 007 exists "

Well, how else do you expect me to keep my GMT II wound??

6th October 2006 | 08:12

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g-mady

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From: leicester

Often use the outer biezel to mark a time, but the flight computer is one of those things that you need to use every day to know how to use it, its backwards to a normal crp-5 so its even more akward.
Anyway most helo pilots tend to only have one hand free in the air (occasionally) so they dont get much use!
MADY

6th October 2006 | 14:42

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Aesir

Joined: Mar 2002

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From: Iceland

This Fastime RW2 watch is really neat "gerogedonal".

Looks like I´m getting an early christmas present from myself. I just have to get that.

Is this web link the where you got the best price (99 UKp) on the watch "gerogedonal"?

7th October 2006 | 11:45

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aquila105

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From: Las Vegas

Bell Ross

Bell Ross Space 3. Good visibility. I use the Chronometer quite often. Used a Breitling Aerospace for a while, but I am done with Quartz powered watches.
Altought fairly precise, quartz movement are very simple and inexpensive ($ 30.00) which doesn't giustify the high price tag on Breitlings.
Happy with my Lemania movement. A little hystory on the wrist plus it does a great job keeping time.

7th October 2006 | 13:39

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GLSNightPilot

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From: Texas

Aquila, the accuracy of quartz watches and their economy have made me decide the opposite. I won't buy an expensive watch. I can get a better watch for less money, and if I lose it or break it it's not a traumatic event. I once lost a watch off my wrist loading baggage at night on a hurricane evac, and didn't even realize it was gone until we were back at the base. Gone forever, but I bought a new Timex and didn't even think twice about it. Breitling? I would have cried, but in actuality I would never buy one, or even wear it regularly if someone gave me one. Its only use is for snob appeal, and I care more about utility than style.

8th October 2006 | 01:19

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aquila105

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From: Las Vegas

The Bold Truth

Hell, I once use to date this hugly woman. I could kick her, treat her badly, sleep around, but she was always there. She was operating for very little money and never ask for more. One night, during a hurricane she left and I didn't even notice. Next day I went to the same bar and got me another one just as hugly. It was beautiful. I didn't have to worry about a thing!
I always thank god 'cause the first one that left was so hugly and I really didn't care. If she would've been beautiful, I would've been miserable and I hate that. I'd rather sleep with the hugly one, so that I don't have to worry about a thing!
Anyway, one could apply your philosophy to cars and drive a Pinto, but I'd rather live with style, and enjoy beauty if I can afford it!

No offense Mate , I do respect your point of view, just having a little fun I guess.

By the way, I do drive a Pinto and love it.

Well, it's really a lie, but it feels good to say it. I did drive a FIAT 500 for a while only 'cause it was all I could afford. I don't miss it tough.

Last edited by aquila105; 8th October 2006 at 01:35.