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Author:  sander_dutch [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 11:05 am ]
Post subject:  Registering your Breitling for gifts
Last week I finally bought my first Breitling
I went for the Navitimer World; black dial, black leather strap with deployment buckle.
It's a real beauty and I had a hard time deciding between this one and the Super Avenger with white dial and proII bracelet. Finally I decided to go with a more classic look and something that fits a suit slightly better in my opinion. (I'm sure a Super Avenger will be in my collection in the future)

Anyway, I've read some posts about people receiving gifts like caps and jackets from Breitling after their first and consequent purchases.
Now I wonder how does Breitling know who you are, as I didn't provide my AD with any personal information. My box didn't have any registration papers or anything to send to Breitling.
I bought my watch in Hong Kong, but live in Shanghai, China.

Can anyone enlighten me on how this process works? Perhaps its different in different countries, so please feel free to share your experiences.
Currently I'm unable to add an image, or else I would've included a pic of my "ling", as I've noticed everyone is always keen on seeing what other members have purchased (plus I don't mind showing it off :D )

Happy Chinese New Year,
Alex
Author:  taffytoon [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 11:36 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Registering your Breitling for gifts
Oh I love it when new members open this can of worms :lol:

BUSA 8)
BUK :evil:
Author:  In2Deep [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 11:40 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Registering your Breitling for gifts
:welcome:

here in the US when you buy a Breitling watch there is a registration card and envelope that comes with the box and papers, you just fill it out and send it in, or the AD does this for you when buying the watch. (I've had both happen).
Author:  BrightLyng [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 2:27 pm ]
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taffytoon wrote:
Oh I love it when new members open this can of worms :lol:

BUSA 8)
BUK :evil:
.............Hurrumph!!
Author:  BoneDoc [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 3:47 pm ]
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BrightLyng wrote:
taffytoon wrote:
Oh I love it when new members open this can of worms :lol:

BUSA 8)
BUK :evil:
.............Hurrumph!!

He He, Here we go again!!!! :poke: :mrgreen:
Author:  carlhaluss [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 5:53 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Registering your Breitling for gifts
To my knowledge, no registration card is available here in Canada. I think the distribution is controlled by a La Suisse company, but I'm not sure. I really have not seen any evidence of Breitling gifts around here. I would like to get my hands on one of the spring bar tools, though.
Cheers,
Carl
Author:  Roffensian [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 5:57 pm ]
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carlhaluss wrote:
To my knowledge, no registration card is available here in Canada. I think the distribution is controlled by a La Suisse company, but I'm not sure. I really have not seen any evidence of Breitling gifts around here. I would like to get my hands on one of the spring bar tools, though.
Cheers,
Carl



The AD is supposed to send it for you - they just usually don't bother. Ask your AD and you can at least get a cap - the rest is hit or miss.
Author:  Spartan [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 6:14 pm ]
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My interpretation: The AD registers for you and receives all the gifts for himself!
He then sells them on EBAY for an 100% profit :evil:
Author:  In2Deep [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 7:55 pm ]
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Well they aren't supposed to do that but I've bought items here and there from AD's in the past ;)
Author:  sander_dutch [ Wed Feb 11, 2009 1:08 am ]
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Thanks Taffytoon for your support :shock:
I'll contact Breitling here in China and see if I can register with them directly, since I guess my AD is hogging all my merch :guns:
In the end, I already got a good deal with a 30% discount, so I guess it all balances out
Author:  Withnail21 [ Wed Feb 11, 2009 7:34 pm ]
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Quote:
Spartan wrote:
My interpretation: The AD registers for you and receives all the gifts for himself!
He then sells them on EBAY for an 100% profit :evil:


:yeahthat That sounds about right. Bought my first one at La Swiss in the Toronto Eaton Centre and received a cap. Bought the second (more expensive one) at LA Swiss in Mississauga (Square One) and received nothing. First experience buying in Toronto was far more professional; the way they handled their watches and treated me as a customer was a night and day difference. Even though the drive is a nightmare, I will definitely return to Toronto for my third.
Author:  Roffensian [ Thu Feb 12, 2009 6:54 am ]
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Withnail21 wrote:
Even though the drive is a nightmare, I will definitely return to Toronto for my third.


If you PM me before you do I might be able to help make the drive a little easier and the experience a little better :lol:
Author:  Withnail21 [ Thu Feb 12, 2009 6:54 pm ]
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Cheers Roffensian. Although in light of the current financial climate, it probably won't be for a bit.
Author:  HeadOffice [ Fri Feb 13, 2009 12:28 pm ]
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Mmmmm.. Breitling Collectibles....
Author:  medicmike9 [ Fri Feb 13, 2009 12:34 pm ]
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I got a hat from Breitling a week after I got my new watch.
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