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I finally had the chance to see the B01 in person today. It had the bronze face on SS bracelet. I was expecting / hoping to have a strong dislike. I am delighted to say, it looked very, very good. The numbers on the bezel did not stand out as much as I would have thought. Also, it seemed the hands and batons had tritium instead of the standard lume. I was offered the chance to see it in the dark, but did not to ensure I did not leave the store with it. The size and weight made for a comfortable fit. It also did not seem too flashy. I guess seeing it in person is the only way to make a decision.

I also saw the new Air Wolf Raven. This too looks much better in person.

As for the new Diver Pro II, I bought one.

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Rebel

It amazes me how different everyone is!

You and I are complete opposites Rebel! You liked the B01 in person ; I didn't. You thought the Airwolf Raven looks better in person ; I don't. You bought a Diver Pro II ; I won't be.

But then it'd be a boring wolrd if we all liked the same things woudn't it!

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I'm looking forward to seeing a B01 in person. I wouldn't say I really like the pictures I've seen, but I have been surprised at some of the negative reaction – particularly concerning the bezel font, which I quite like.

I wouldn’t be at all surprised if the B01 is seen as a bit of a trend setter in a few years time…

Apparently the sales of the Breitling 1806 (the big case Chrono-matic Navitimers) weren’t overly flash back in the 70’s. Now Breitling offers several modern interpretations of this model (which I understand are disliked by some on this forum) – but just look at the success of the Bentley Motors, 6.75 & GT over the last few years! There’s a strong lineage back to the 1806 with these models.

and im somewhere in between, like the B01 altthough there are things id need chaging before id buy one

hate the diver pro 2 as its too vanilla and looks like its a blank waiting for a brand on the raise bit

the raven is OK but dont like rubber bezels, looks nice in the case but wouldnt buy one

Gotta say I agree with Rebel on this one. I've seen the B01's and they are sweet. It's hard when a brand stray's from their traditional look, but in this case I personally think it's a sharp timepiece. As far as the Raven goes, it's awesome and very masculine... The rubber over stainless and polished numbers really stand out!

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Coasterkid
Breitling Super Avenger
Breitling Steelfish
Breitling B01
Omega Seamaster
Rolex T/T Yachtmaster
TW Steel TW22

I also really like the B01. Rebel what was the MSRP?

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Mat

Breitling Navitimer 01
Omega Seamaster 300mc
Omega Speedmaster Pro "Mitsukoshi Mod"
Seiko Prospek Orange Samurai

I did not ask. I think the sticker had $7,600 USD or so.

I personally loved the photos of the watch but was a bit disappointed in person. Don't get me wrong, I loved seeing it in person, it's just the huge numbers on the bezel really drew my attention and I personally didn't find it very appealing.

I saw a few B01s in person a few weeks ago. I agree it is much better in person than in the pictures, because both the "square" in the middle of the dial and the bezel numbers are much less pronounced. I like the new dial a lot, actually. It really ups the ante in quality look and fine detail that make the Chronomat so appealing. The bezel still didn't do it for me, though. I would not call it hideous (definitely not as bad as in pictures), but it's just not quite right. I think a more modest evolution of the current Chronomat's bezel would have been perfect.

--M

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this watch is aimed at the young flash type of person (its very pretty) but then again i'm a middle aged dad who thinks watches were made to do a job...and look good of course, but this one is just too pretty for me and that shiny bezel?

I'm nearing 33 years old. And i am waiting for my Burgandy-dial-roman-nemeral B01(all ss) to arrival anxiously.

Well I better grab one in the next two years before I turn 40!

Actually... owning a blackbird If I'm going to go higher in price I'll probably get a Bentley.

PS... I still plan to be a young flash type for many years to come!

Exactly

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Chronomat BF w/ Pilot
Sky Land Avenger w/ Pro II
Tag Heuer SLR

Rebel - any chance of some photos of the Diver Pro II? Haven't seen one in person and would really like to see how it compares to the Diver Pro.

Cheers,