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Ah, OK. That makes sense. That's why I said we need more info. If Breitling is just offering to upgrade to SQ as a matter of course, that's a totally different scenario than the one suggested by the OP.

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Never thought of that. Would it cause a synched digital/analog to "un-sync?" Do you see it often?

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SHARKMAN

First, thank you all for your comments. Most of you see he problems correctly.
Service was always done by an Authorized B dealer in Budapest. The Grey watch which is with two digital displays, had most of the problems, Slipping twice over time. The last Full Service was done in September. Now it's slipped again, not by my hand in error. This Budapest Sevice Center was disqualified in August, without my knowledge. Therefore, no warranty on repairs and forget about recovering funds.
Yes, SHarkman, you seem to be very correct and professional. Breitling Viena, which is a major center and very helpfull, is suggesting a full service on both watches and a full replacement with Superquartz as an option, discounted price.

Now, after 30yrs in business, from microwave transmission to radiation detection, worlwide, I have seen defective machinery before. This whole thing does not sound, look or smell right. If anyone can point me into the right direction I will try to have them forwarded to the B management for them to see. By the way I have even bought and gave away a B as a gift to one of my business friends... Mechanical. After 15 yrs, no problems...

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Tempus fugit, for sure!

He's a lawyer. It's his job to make you think that.

I'm not sure what smells fishy about this. The watches are having problems, and Breitling has given you options to repair them, or to upgrade the movements at a discounted price. Sounds OK to me.

No, my friend, it's not ok. Two watches, same problems. I have seen similar instances with electronics and mechanical units before. But thank you for the input.
Theo

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Tempus fugit, for sure!

My first comment was not directed at you, but another member's post and my last comment wasnt directed anywhere near you. Have a pleasant day.

I hope your watch problem is adequately addressed by Breitling.

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SHARKMAN

Hi SHarkman, none at all, I appreciate you comments. You may need to see that I am new to this forum and I was not versed in replying. Sorry, really.
Theo

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Tempus fugit, for sure!

My mistake. I was just inquiring of a Breitling AD about a possible reason these wathes can get out of sync. Good luck.

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SHARKMAN

So this is one of the watches... Viena is offering to replace BOTH watches mechanism, to SUPERQUARTZ for a special price. I am waiting to see WHATS THE DEFFECT part in each one.. we shall see, to be continued!

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Tempus fugit, for sure!

Offering to upgrade to SQ version of the movement is now standard - the older movements are getting to the point where they can not be maintained vs. the SQ movements which Breitling is committing to support for a minimum of 20 years past the point where they stop using them. An upgrade to SQ is not necessarily an indication that the old one is faulty, it's just a regular option, but not one that you should be forced into unless the existing movement is faulty / non serviceable.

THANK you, thats exactly my position. Fixing these two units may not be an option as I lost faith. I am waiting for someone to point out to me a Breitling management contact, hopefully. Have a nice day, I know cold is coming your way, used to live in Montreal.. Brrrrrr...

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Tempus fugit, for sure!

Didn't they already quote you a price to fix the existing movements? If so, didn't they explain what was wrong with them?

That's what I am waiting for now... I really don't want to fix the old mechanisms, I lost faith.

That's the part that's confusing me. You said they already gave you quotes on repair and replacement. At the very least, I would think that implies they can be fixed. Also, I would have thought they would also have told you what was wrong with the watches, and what they will do to fix them, so that you would know what they're doing for the price you're paying. But maybe I'm wrong.


And now I'm doubly confused. If you don't want to fix the old mechanisms, then what's the problem? They're offering you a discount on changing the movements. Problem solved, no? Unless you're expecting they do it for free.