A new Breitling in the family

Shogun58 · **Posted:** Mon Jul 07, 2008 7:44 pm

Followup to my intro - http://www.breitlingsource.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2596

Well, the commitment was made this past weekend. Based on the wealth of information within this Web site and the generous tips and pointers from forum members (too many to name but a special thanks to Rick S for his recommendations on an AD), I’ll soon be the very proud owner of a 2008 Chrono Evo, Two-Tone with Blue dial and Gold sub dials. It first caught my eye in the 2008 catalog, but many others from the Super Avengers, Blackbirds and a B2 from 2006 also received my attentive review. In the end I grabbed my wife and son, drove to the AD’s establishment to help make my birthday gift choice and the Chrono won out. Of course my son now has the itch but also noted he recognizes a quality instrument such as this is really a reward for hard work. An undocumented side benefit of Breitling is also the life lessons it can also foster between a father and son. As the commercial might say, “gas to drive to your local AD - $3.25, a gift of a new Breitling for yourself - ~$6,000, having your son learn the meaning of work and reward in life – Priceless…..”

I mentioned above that I’ll soon be the proud owner due to one detail I neglected to note in my research. That detail being apparently we just began on July 1st the two week Breitling ‘Vacation” or ‘Holiday’ period. I’m told the actual order (since the AD did not have it in stock) would not be transmitted/received till July 14th and either shipped within days from the Breitling Connecticut USA location or direct from the factory. Alas like an impatient soon to be wed groom, I’m now waiting as patiently as I can but the excitement is almost too hard to handle.

Again thanks to all the contributors to this forum and its moderator whom without their entries, this search would not have been as fruitful or as much fun, and I mean I had fun researching this purchase.

CSH · **Posted:** Mon Jul 07, 2008 7:50 pm

Congrats on the watch! It will be a long wait I'm sure; post pics when you get it!

And welcome!

In2Deep · **Posted:** Mon Jul 07, 2008 7:54 pm

Very cool, congratulations!

RJRJRJ · **Posted:** Mon Jul 07, 2008 7:58 pm

Wow, almost 3 months of research before buying. That is some serious self control. From the time I first contemplated buying a B, to the actual purchase, was probably about a week. It was too hard to wait.

Jerome · **Posted:** Mon Jul 07, 2008 8:16 pm

Congrats on the new watch and the shared experience you had with your family in the whole purchasing process.

The anticipation and excitement must be driving you nuts.

veilsidegs3 · **Posted:** Mon Jul 07, 2008 8:31 pm

NICE keep the family growing!

aleister · **Posted:** Mon Jul 07, 2008 11:58 pm

Welcome!

Great story and great watch - I hope you'll receive it as soon as possible!

El Rey · **Posted:** Tue Jul 08, 2008 2:04 am

Congrats!

Rey

Damian · **Posted:** Fri Jul 11, 2008 10:17 am

Congrats!

Breitling Bloke · **Posted:** Fri Jul 11, 2008 11:01 am

Excellent Tom

Yes the forum is the place for huge combined knowledge

My first Breitling was delayed by the summer break so I know what you're going through - hang in there!

I'm glad the whole experience has been rewarding for you - and you don't even have the piece yet :thumbsup:

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