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Are sky racers a good breitling to buy?

I think so. Depending on where you buy determines the price you pay, obviously. They are a great watch and because they are a similar size to a typical navi they will suit more wrist sizes.

I avoided the rubber bezel version and headed straight for an earlier s/s. I am very happy with my buy. My wife thinks it's the best Breitling I could own. All a matter if taste though.

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Jim

"You have Control".

I really like the Skyracer design, would even consider the rubber bezel Raven model for a sportier look. The black-eye-blue dial is very nice looking. Dials are a bit busy so have like that about them.

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Montbrilliant 1903
Aerospace E79362

Anything is good granted you like it.

Valid points for sure, it's either a sky racer or Rolex sub Sky racer is £2000

The Skyracer was never the most popular Breitling (probably because it was quite expensive, relatively speaking), but that doesn't mean it's a bad model. Far from it in fact.

Plus the relative rarity means you won't see too many about, so if you like the style (which I personally do), then yes it's a good buy IMO. As P51 said, I too would avoid the rubber bezel version as it "cheapens" the look IMO, but that aside it's a good watch.

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Driver8

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I have a choice out of the sky racer and a Rolex sub, hard decision

Hmmmmm, very different pieces those two. Like comparing apples and err..... tables.

Aviation vs diver ; chrono vs 3 hander ; non-in-house vs in-house.... lots to think about.

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Driver8

Site Moderator

really?

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As big of a Breitling enthusiast I am, I'd go for the Sub in this case. I mean, Skyracer vs Sub.... Would have been different if you could choose between a Sub and a Navi or TOC or Chronomat.

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Well, there is a lot to think about if you're torn between the two!

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Driver8

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One word, SUBMARINER, especially if you are looking at a newer ceramic model!

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Breitling Chrono Superocean
Omega Aqua Terra 8500
Rolex Submariner Date Ceramic

Hi,

I had the white/silver dial version on the bracelet. I bought it after seeing on in the Runway catalog. I'd not actually held one. BAD MOVE.

Whilst it was a very nice watch, it was extremely shiny. I ended up selling mine as if I wore it when driving on a sunny day, I literally got dazzled when the sun hit it.

And no, I'm not joking. it really is the reason it had to go.

Davey

So unsure, sky racer is lovely , love how shiny and looks expensive , how ever will this last if I'm on holiday wearing it in the sea and swimming pools and wearing it every day?? As the sub is more robust ... It's a non ceramic 2001 version! Help !

I've never had a problem with my breitling in the ocean, as long as the crown is screwed down.

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