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PostPosted: Fri Sep 07, 2012 11:20 pm 
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Novacastrian wrote:
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I used to own and run an automotive detailing business, so working and refinishing polished, satin, brushed, and even plated metals are something I got good in. If anyone is interested, I can type up how to refinish the brushed Breitlings as it's quite easy if you have a little patience and a keen eye.


I reckon that'd be worth a write up.

I second that reckon.


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Thanks for all the kind words :) I am enjoying this purchase!

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congrats great iconic breitling and one of the best modern breitling to date

my pair say hi
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I can see why you have two. I don't like the blacksteel on some models but on the Blackbird, it looks really good as it isn't throwing the color off and the presence of the darker red accents and the darker steel looks good. I wish they would make a bracelet for it though...I imagine a lot of people avoid the blacksteel given you can't get the pilot bracelet, which is the finest one I have ever worn.

And it was your post in this thread (viewtopic.php?f=5&t=41903) that after I saw those pics I was like, "yeah, this is so me it is worth cutting back on other things I buy", so thank you for those!


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Congrats Nic!

Was this the one posted FS on TZ and/or Watchnet? If it is I saw this one and was contemplating this one for a very very long time. But I got a surprise of my own too this week so we're even now. :mrgreen: :wink:


It was on TZ. I am always hesitant about buying second hand but the guy selling had a TON of great feedback, and had the auth dealer info and service records...when I saw the listing I immediately wished I hadn't. Then I turned to my girlfriend and told her I was about to spend a few dollars.


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nickzac wrote:
I used to own and run an automotive detailing business, so working and refinishing polished, satin, brushed, and even plated metals are something I got good in. If anyone is interested, I can type up how to refinish the brushed Breitlings as it's quite easy if you have a little patience and a keen eye.


I reckon that'd be worth a write up.

Yessir!


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Congratulations on a great purchase, I lost count long ago of the different Breitlings I've owned over the years but I always come back to the Blackbird, IMHO it's the best Breitling model they have ever produced. The dial is stunning, the faceted bracelet a work of art and the lume is superb, (I can't think of another Breitling watch that can match the lume?).
I know my one won't be going anywhere.... 8)

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