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I haven't done it before, but I see a lot of posts asking for an opinion. So here I go.

Given the choice between a big date blackbird with black dial and subs, brush case and steel bracelet and a super avenger with a black dial, polished case and steel bracelet... What would you choose?

Thanks

Blackbird just cause its an iconic breitling and apparently is now discontinued.

As a previous owner of the SA and current owner of blackbird, i would go whit the obvious bird, the SA is a bit big for me and hevier, i prefer brushed watches over blingy polished surfaces, but that is just me.

I believe the blackbird is a bit more exquisit and refined than the SA whit the big date complication
That doesnt mean i dont like the SA but

Just my .2 cents

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Breitling Chrono Avenger Black Dial whit Pro II Ti, Diver Pro I
Breitling BlackBird Big Date brushed whit SS Bracelet, brown croco
Breitling BlackBird Blacksteel 528/2000 Whit Dp2 Deployment
Omega Planet Ocean Chrono 9300 Co-axial Ceramic on SS bracelet

Id go for the big date blackbird, looks sweet, much better looking than the chronographs with a crooked date at 4. The super avenger is nice too,real tough looking, for me its just so BIG.

Blackbird for me,lovely size wise and a cracking lume.

Col.

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Blackbird witout question!

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"I don't own any watches, I just lease them"

I like the Super Avenger more than the blackbird.

Blackbird! You can't beat the pilot bracelet.. SA is a bit too gaudy for me, and the blackbird is a good size watch too.

the big date and pilot bracelet great combination good luck

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Blackbird.
Frank.

Really an apples an oranges thing, especially considering the size. I had both, liked both, but you haven't really said enough for me to suggest one over the other. My wrist is 7.5" and I found the BB wore just a little small for my taste, and the SA probably a little big as an everyday watch. Over all I would have to say I like the the BB better, and if my wrist was an inch smaller I never would have sold it.

Blackbird. Iconic watch.

This will make it easier on your decision

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Breitling Chrono Avenger Black Dial whit Pro II Ti, Diver Pro I
Breitling BlackBird Big Date brushed whit SS Bracelet, brown croco
Breitling BlackBird Blacksteel 528/2000 Whit Dp2 Deployment
Omega Planet Ocean Chrono 9300 Co-axial Ceramic on SS bracelet

What size is your wrist? As Time Bandit pointed out, that will be a factor. Having owned both, the BB has a better bracelet, more unique movement, and cool look. But I like the SA as well when I feel the need for a gorgeous chunk of steel. There is an obvious price difference as well. Best of luck in your decision.

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An ever changing collection.....

As an owner of both... BB as it is more versatile

However I love my SA

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Past: BlackBird, Navi World, SA, Rolex DJII, IWC Yacht Club
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