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Just wanted to introduce myself and my new SOSF, and post a question for you guys...

I've had many watches through the years, from Certina to Omega, and several Rolex - but this is my first Breitling. And I must say - I'm VERY impressed

First of all I REALLY like how it visually appears less "heavy" than it is. I like the balance between 'toolness', and elegance. Both the lines in the design, and the combination of brushed vs. polished; and of course the light dial helps too - as does the fact that the bezel has a smaller diameter than the case.

What I also like are the attention to practical features, such as the bracelet screws, and how the bezel protects the sapphire - and I LOVE the large polished numbers and frame around the date

As much as I love the bracelet, I'd maybe like to sometimes wear it on rubber. I've searched the forum, and it appears that there are two alternatives(?) - the 'Ocean Racer' and the one with "BREITLING' written on it with large letters.
Between the two I prefer the look of the 'BREITLING' - but the clasp on the 'Ocean Racer' looks fantastic! Is it possible to combine the two - or is there a third option?

Anyway - here's a few pics (of a watch I'm sure you have seen before, but still ):















And a more Photoshop'ed one

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/Claus (Denmark )

Congratulations. Beautiful watch, beautiful pictures.

Remember2,

First off Congrats on a beautiful watch!!! In my opinion the Super Ocean is perhaps one of the toughest out there.

I've had my Super Avenger on both the Pro strap and the Ocean racer and I must say for me the Ocean racer is by far the better of the two, I just love the fact that the clasp allows me to achieve the perfect fit. Unfortunately there is no way to retro fit a Pro strap onto the clasp of the Ocean Racer.

Congrats again and wear it in good health

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Jerome

Thanks

...kind of expected that answer about the rubber straps I'll probably end up with the 'Ocean Racer'...that clasp is just too nice

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/Claus (Denmark )

My word, you certainly know how to take some damn good pictures

I think the Steelfish is my favourite from my modest collection

Welcome aboard.
Great photos.

Super photographs. Great to have you here!

+1 for the Ocean Racer.

I've got both straps and i much prefer the Ocean Racer to the Diver Pro, you won't regret buying it.

Cracking shots btw, and nice watch

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TITANIUM AVENGER SEAWOLF- [YELLOW DIAL] -TITANIUM PRO II

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Breitling Blackbird, Breitling Superocean Heritage 38

Welcome to our (not so little) group, my brother. I've got the exact same watch as you, and I never get tired of wearing it and admiring it. I have an Ocean Racer strap on another watch and it's really fantastic. I think it would look great on your 'Fish. Great pix, by the way. Wear it in good health.

Steve

Second that! OR for sure.

fantastic pics!

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SA-Baton White Dial/ProII
Tissot Le Locle

Thanks everyone
...I've spend quite some time surfing this site/forum - it is without question a fantastic resource with lots of info - shared by some really nice guys. I'm happy I dropped in ...You'll be seeing more of me and my Breitling(s) for sure

For now - I can share my two other divers from my collection.

Longines Legend Diver
...very different from my Steelfish, so they will support each other perfectly.














Benarus Sea Devil:
...tactical and clean, but not so 'every day'ish.





On bracelet:


Lume:

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/Claus (Denmark )

Wow, love the Sea Devil. Just looked at their site. Most options sold out so true limited edition. PVD with lume dial looks

Bracelet looks a bit naff, but the head is pure tool