Post by JJ on Jan 1, 2006 12:37:03 GMT -6
Hi guys,
Almost four days wearing this new Chronograph and here's what I think about it...I'll get straight down to the bare facts: ;D ;D
Movement: Breitling 13 (Valjoux 7750 Chronograph/Chronometer)
Power Reserve: minimum 42 hours
Chronograph: 1/5th second, 30 minutes, 12 hours
Vibrations/hr. & Jewels: 28,800 v.p.h., 25 jewels
Calendar: Dial aperture
Water resistance: 100 m/330 ft.
Bezel: Unidirectional, ratcheted
Crown: Screw-locked, two gaskets
Caseback: Screwed in
Crystal: Cambered sapphire, glareproofed both sides
Diameter: 43 mm
Thickness: 15.5 mm
Weight (only watch): 107.70 grams
Interhorn width: 22 mm
Bracelet: Pilot - SS all polished
- Accuracy of the watch has been virtually spot on from day one.
- Unlike the Rolex watches I have, time readability is sometimes a bit difficult in certain light. The STOPPED second hand can get confusing at times, but I've been strongly advised by a true expert NOT to keep the Chrono function running - just to use it when necessary.
- the white dial and Roman numerals are very attractive and the date window very clear and readable instantaneously.
- bracelet looks good, but is shiny as all hell and would have to be careful about scratches. Beautifully spaced 5-abreast links, angled and aesthetically very beautiful. ALL links are solid!!
- clasp is very strong and the flip-over secure lock has also been angled in keeping with the aesthetics and symmetery of the links on the bracelet. Breitling have been considerate enough to provide four more holes within the clasp for those fine adjustments. The fold-over lock has the Breitling logo and on the clasp are the words: BREITLING 1884. Very nice touch.
Some pics...
and the superbly crafted clasp!!
Cheers - JJ
Almost four days wearing this new Chronograph and here's what I think about it...I'll get straight down to the bare facts: ;D ;D
Movement: Breitling 13 (Valjoux 7750 Chronograph/Chronometer)
Power Reserve: minimum 42 hours
Chronograph: 1/5th second, 30 minutes, 12 hours
Vibrations/hr. & Jewels: 28,800 v.p.h., 25 jewels
Calendar: Dial aperture
Water resistance: 100 m/330 ft.
Bezel: Unidirectional, ratcheted
Crown: Screw-locked, two gaskets
Caseback: Screwed in
Crystal: Cambered sapphire, glareproofed both sides
Diameter: 43 mm
Thickness: 15.5 mm
Weight (only watch): 107.70 grams
Interhorn width: 22 mm
Bracelet: Pilot - SS all polished
- Accuracy of the watch has been virtually spot on from day one.
- Unlike the Rolex watches I have, time readability is sometimes a bit difficult in certain light. The STOPPED second hand can get confusing at times, but I've been strongly advised by a true expert NOT to keep the Chrono function running - just to use it when necessary.
- the white dial and Roman numerals are very attractive and the date window very clear and readable instantaneously.
- bracelet looks good, but is shiny as all hell and would have to be careful about scratches. Beautifully spaced 5-abreast links, angled and aesthetically very beautiful. ALL links are solid!!
- clasp is very strong and the flip-over secure lock has also been angled in keeping with the aesthetics and symmetery of the links on the bracelet. Breitling have been considerate enough to provide four more holes within the clasp for those fine adjustments. The fold-over lock has the Breitling logo and on the clasp are the words: BREITLING 1884. Very nice touch.
Some pics...
and the superbly crafted clasp!!
Cheers - JJ
