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Question folks- it wasn't till after Breitling stopped production of the Crosswind Special that I caught notice of them (in 2006), and aquired one at the time. Because the example I got wasn't in as good condition as I had wanted, I sold it and ended up regretting it big time. Well, last week I finally picked up a mint/just serviced by an AD CWS again, and love it. However, in reading more about this watch lately, I've learned that they seem to have come on the 354a faceted type bracelets. Interestingly enough, both versions of the ones I bought ended up coming on regular pilot bracelets. Does that mean that they are not period correct? Now mind you, this doesn't really bother me because I actually think the non-faceted bracelet matches the watch nicely because the lugs on the watch head are not faceted, but just curious if that means I have a Frankenwatch. Lol.

Pic of the one I bought in 2006:


And the one I own again now...

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18k Rolex Datejust / Breitling Crosswind Special / Patek SS Nautilus / Bvlgari Diagono Chrono / Bvlgari Scuba / Omega Speedmaster Professional / 60s Omega Constellation

The early ones came on non faceted bracelets, so it's likely fine.

Thanks for confirming. Now I don't have to be embarrassed to wear it in public.

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18k Rolex Datejust / Breitling Crosswind Special / Patek SS Nautilus / Bvlgari Diagono Chrono / Bvlgari Scuba / Omega Speedmaster Professional / 60s Omega Constellation

Wear it proudly...as I do!

Thanks, I am!

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18k Rolex Datejust / Breitling Crosswind Special / Patek SS Nautilus / Bvlgari Diagono Chrono / Bvlgari Scuba / Omega Speedmaster Professional / 60s Omega Constellation

Ok, another question- why is it that I see some CWS dials with engine turned subdials and some without (mine seems like they are just satin finish)? Did Breitling produce them in some years with or without the engine turned subdials, or am I sporting a fugazi?

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18k Rolex Datejust / Breitling Crosswind Special / Patek SS Nautilus / Bvlgari Diagono Chrono / Bvlgari Scuba / Omega Speedmaster Professional / 60s Omega Constellation

Yes you are right, it is a fake. I'll take it off your hands for $1000 just because I am such a nice guy.


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SHARKMAN

Lol. What a guy! Thanks man, I'll send it right over! I charge $2000 shipping though. Doh, and btw, I just looked closer, and the subdials are engine turned on my watch after all. Lol.

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18k Rolex Datejust / Breitling Crosswind Special / Patek SS Nautilus / Bvlgari Diagono Chrono / Bvlgari Scuba / Omega Speedmaster Professional / 60s Omega Constellation

both 350A and 354A are correct.

Thanks for confirming. Now my next question...why aren't they making these anymore?...I like the older Breitling designs. The new ones with the blank rider tab wannabes don't look very, well...Breitling!

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18k Rolex Datejust / Breitling Crosswind Special / Patek SS Nautilus / Bvlgari Diagono Chrono / Bvlgari Scuba / Omega Speedmaster Professional / 60s Omega Constellation

A question that many of us would like to know the answer to.

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Amazing watch you have there. Prob my favorite Breitlings of all time and never managed to pick one up. I almost pulled the trigger on one a month or so ago on Ebay... just back from service in mint cond and I think it may have been the same one you picked up. Great watch enjoy it, im jealous

Lucky I had just found one of my other grail watches a few days before that one appeared up. Bell & Ross BR01-94 Phantom. I may have went for it.

Cally

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Bell & Ross BR01-94 Phantom Ltd
Bell & Ross WW2 Bomber Regulateur
Breitling Superocean Steelfish

Lol! Thanks,...Yes, I think it's the same one you are talking about. I talked to the seller, and he was really cool. The watch just came back from a full service at an AD, and he sent me the receipt as well. It looked perfect and runs perfect! Haven't taken it off since....

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18k Rolex Datejust / Breitling Crosswind Special / Patek SS Nautilus / Bvlgari Diagono Chrono / Bvlgari Scuba / Omega Speedmaster Professional / 60s Omega Constellation