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| Author: | andrewcregan [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 2:03 am ] |
| Post subject: | Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
I am going to buy a Blackbird over the next few days, and find myself in the lucky position of having the choice of polished or brushed. As I like the look of both, I was wondering whether there is any benefits to either? Is one rarer than the other, or one less likely to get marked? Any opinions gratefully received. |
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| Author: | rebel_1 [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 12:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
Brushed for me. I prefer the matte finish over the polished on this model. I'm not sure if either is more or less rare. I chose the brushed with black dial. If I were looking at the BEB perhaps I would prefer the polished. Either way, you cannot go wrong with this watch. R/ |
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| Author: | jaw [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 12:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
Please pardon my ignorance, but is there an OEM brushed version of the Blackbird? Curious if this is an option for other models, as I too prefer a matte finish. |
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| Author: | Roffensian [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 12:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
Brushed Blackbird has been around longer than the polished one which was a relatively late introduction for the model. I guess that technically there are more brushed ones because it has been available for a longer period, it will also show marks less than a polished finish. Brushed for me, it's one of the things that sets the BB apart. |
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| Author: | F14D_Tomcat [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 12:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
The BB is best served with the brushed finish IMO. As exceptional as it is, I would, personally, less use it with a black tie. Not that it is not suited for the job but other candidates correspond better. |
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| Author: | andrewcregan [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 2:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
jaw wrote: Please pardon my ignorance, but is there an OEM brushed version of the Blackbird? Yes, as both versions for sale from the Breitling dealer. |
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| Author: | nik_nunez [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 2:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
Brushed |
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| Author: | JacksonStone [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 2:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
BB stands both for Blackbird and Black/Brushed. Nuff said. |
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| Author: | jaw [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 4:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
andrewcregan wrote: jaw wrote: Please pardon my ignorance, but is there an OEM brushed version of the Blackbird? Yes, as both versions for sale from the Breitling dealer. Thank you. Is the Super Avenger also available in a brushed finish? |
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| Author: | Roffensian [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 5:07 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
jaw wrote: andrewcregan wrote: jaw wrote: Please pardon my ignorance, but is there an OEM brushed version of the Blackbird? Yes, as both versions for sale from the Breitling dealer. Thank you. Is the Super Avenger also available in a brushed finish? No - well, not unless you brush it 
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| Author: | jaw [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 6:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
Roffensian wrote: jaw wrote: andrewcregan wrote: Yes, as both versions for sale from the Breitling dealer. Thank you. Is the Super Avenger also available in a brushed finish? No - well, not unless you brush it Hah - thanks. Awesome monster of a watch, but too much shine as a result IMO. |
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| Author: | roman4405 [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 6:16 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
They're both outstanding, I own the polished version and I got rid of the bracelet because it was waaaayyyyyyy too shiny, but it looks killer on a black croco or a brown calf. You can't go wrong with either one, I personally prefer straps and I think the polished version looks better on straps than the brushed, but that's just my opinion.  
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| Author: | thomasenlow1 [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 6:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
That is a tough one....I will say the brushed finish for a black dial and a polished for the BEB model. However, like Roam said the polished can work a bit easier with a strap for those who dont want the whole flash thing. Good options to have |
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| Author: | msa6712 [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 6:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
I went with brushed on the BEB version... while some are stuck on the name and dial color, I purchased the blue dial as an association of the aircraft to the branch of service and AFSC's (mine included). Now that its been discontinued, I'm certainly glad I did!  
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| Author: | 46crew [ Sun Nov 27, 2011 6:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Buying a Blackbird - polished or brushed? |
Brushed for me.  
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