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Author:  W44NNE [ Thu Dec 08, 2011 2:33 pm ]
Post subject:  Breitling Colt II Chronograph authentication?
Hi Guys,

I'm hopefully buying a Breitling Colt II Chronograph from a private seller next week. The only issue is that the battery has stopped working. I bought my last Colt Chrono this way but it was from a known source whereas this is not.

So I was hoping to remove the case back (using a watch ball to avoid damage) and try a new battery myself, before getting a proper replacement with seals and pressure test etc. I can't find the exact battery I will need for an a73380 though. Does anyone know which battery I'll need? SCRUB THAT... I think I've found it's a 394 battery AKA SR45 type.

So more importantly, what's the best way of spotting a fake with these as it's been a good while since I sold my last one and the fakes are very good these days!

Thanks :)
Author:  breanach78 [ Thu Dec 08, 2011 3:31 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Breitling Colt II Chronograph authentication?
W44NNE wrote:
Hi Guys,

I'm hopefully buying a Breitling Colt II Chronograph from a private seller next week. The only issue is that the battery has stopped working. I bought my last Colt Chrono this way but it was from a known source whereas this is not.

So I was hoping to remove the case back (using a watch ball to avoid damage) and try a new battery myself, before getting a proper replacement with seals and pressure test etc. I can't find the exact battery I will need for an a73380 though. Does anyone know which battery I'll need? SCRUB THAT... I think I've found it's a 394 battery AKA SR45 type.

So more importantly, what's the best way of spotting a fake with these as it's been a good while since I sold my last one and the fakes are very good these days!

Thanks :)
hi. I think i got your sm monster off you from tz! First post a pic if you have one of the watch in question. That said i think you are safe enough as fakes
or should i say good fakes of the cc are not that common. As always buy the seller first and if its to good to be true it Probably is! Either way hope it works out as its a super watch and i love mine and the New model cc is smoking btw. Regards
Author:  W44NNE [ Thu Dec 08, 2011 3:35 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Breitling Colt II Chronograph authentication?
breanach78 wrote:
W44NNE wrote:
Hi Guys,

I'm hopefully buying a Breitling Colt II Chronograph from a private seller next week. The only issue is that the battery has stopped working. I bought my last Colt Chrono this way but it was from a known source whereas this is not.

So I was hoping to remove the case back (using a watch ball to avoid damage) and try a new battery myself, before getting a proper replacement with seals and pressure test etc. I can't find the exact battery I will need for an a73380 though. Does anyone know which battery I'll need? SCRUB THAT... I think I've found it's a 394 battery AKA SR45 type.

So more importantly, what's the best way of spotting a fake with these as it's been a good while since I sold my last one and the fakes are very good these days!

Thanks :)
hi. I think i got your sm monster off you from tz! First post a pic if you have one of the watch in question. That said i think you are safe enough as fakes
or should i say good fakes of the cc are not that common. As always buy the seller first and if its to good to be true it Probably is! Either way hope it works out as its a super watch and i love mine and the New model cc is smoking btw. Regards


I hate the new one lol... that's why I want a slightly older model as they're a lot more stylish in my opinion :nana:

I've got a Breitling Emergency Mission but it's big and heavy so I'd like a Colt II as its smaller sibling :mrgreen:
Author:  breanach78 [ Thu Dec 08, 2011 3:42 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Breitling Colt II Chronograph authentication?
W44NNE wrote:
breanach78 wrote:
W44NNE wrote:
Hi Guys,

I'm hopefully buying a Breitling Colt II Chronograph from a private seller next week. The only issue is that the battery has stopped working. I bought my last Colt Chrono this way but it was from a known source whereas this is not.

So I was hoping to remove the case back (using a watch ball to avoid damage) and try a new battery myself, before getting a proper replacement with seals and pressure test etc. I can't find the exact battery I will need for an a73380 though. Does anyone know which battery I'll need? SCRUB THAT... I think I've found it's a 394 battery AKA SR45 type.

So more importantly, what's the best way of spotting a fake with these as it's been a good while since I sold my last one and the fakes are very good these days!

Thanks :)
hi. I think i got your sm monster off you from tz! First post a pic if you have one of the watch in question. That said i think you are safe enough as fakes
or should i say good fakes of the cc are not that common. As always buy the seller first and if its to good to be true it Probably is! Either way hope it works out as its a super watch and i love mine and the New model cc is smoking btw. Regards


I hate the new one lol... that's why I want a slightly older model as they're a lot more stylish in my opinion :nana:

I've got a Breitling Emergency Mission but it's big and heavy so I'd like a Colt II as its smaller sibling :mrgreen:

check out our gallery here for first pics of the New CC. Breitling pics on their ws do nothing for it. The New one is on my list for next year! Also regards the battery imo bite the bullet and get a ad to do it. It wilt set your mind at ease and it Will be sealed up as ad specs.
Author:  W44NNE [ Thu Dec 08, 2011 3:46 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Breitling Colt II Chronograph authentication?
breanach78 wrote:
check out our gallery here for first pics me the New CC. Breitling pics on their ws do nothing for it. The New one is on my list for next year! Also regards the battery imo bite the bullet and get a ad to do it. It wilt set your mind at ease and it Will be sealed up as ad specs.


I've seen a new Colt in my local AD... at least I'm 99% sure it was and honestly, it looks to me like an old TAG Aquaracer.

I will definitely get the watch properly sealed but I'm going to be rushing and as I've changed so many batteries beforehand, I think I'd like to just try and test it briefly with my own tools etc.
Author:  breanach78 [ Thu Dec 08, 2011 3:51 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Breitling Colt II Chronograph authentication?
W44NNE wrote:
breanach78 wrote:
check out our gallery here for first pics me the New CC. Breitling pics on their ws do nothing for it. The New one is on my list for next year! Also regards the battery imo bite the bullet and get a ad to do it. It wilt set your mind at ease and it Will be sealed up as ad specs.


I've seen a new Colt in my local AD... at least I'm 99% sure it was and honestly, it looks to me like an old TAG Aquaracer.

I will definitely get the watch properly sealed but I'm going to be rushing and as I've changed so many batteries beforehand, I think I'd like to just try and test it briefly with my own tools etc.

braver than me! Either way if it goes through enjoy it and if its a black dial do not forget the black leather for it. It Will look super?
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