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Post by toddb on Oct 23, 2007 16:24:22 GMT -5
OK people; heres a good one; on the cockpit big date; there are 2 numbers that appear in the date window.. are there 2 dials underneath with the numbers, or one? reason I ask is that; there is a divider between the numbers on the face...
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Post by Scott D on Oct 23, 2007 22:09:43 GMT -5
I don't believe it's 2 dials. The dual-wheel aprature is more complex than a standard dial aperture, and Breitling always calls that function out in the Chronolog. The Cockpit does not have a dual-dial function called out, as does the other large date, which does have the dual-wheel, the Blackbird. I'd have to see one in person to tell (on a dual wheel, the 10's digit won't change except from 9 to 0, so example when 23 becomes 24, only the 4 would change) but I don't think it does.. I think it's just a larger print dial with a seperator on the face...
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Post by toddb on Oct 24, 2007 22:38:48 GMT -5
likely true...fantastic looking watch hope to purchase it in 2 - 3 weeks if my place doesnt burn to the ground..sure do like that aqua terra, though see thru back co ax escapement
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Post by Scott D on Oct 25, 2007 7:50:28 GMT -5
Well do be sure to post pics once you get it!  Which Cockpit are you looking to get? Stainless steel, two toned, etc.? Good luck, can't wait to see the pics of it! |
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Post by toddb on Oct 26, 2007 16:41:26 GMT -5
am looking at two tone .. cant believe a watch at that cost has rolled gold on the band.. what do you know about tag heuer link series watchs  |
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Post by Scott D on Oct 26, 2007 18:59:54 GMT -5
Sorry, don't know much about the TH Links.. I never cared for the look of them, so haven't paid too much attention...
Also, on the rolled gold, many feel it's actually a better design than the 'solid' gold links on other brands. Also, don't let the phrases used confuse you. A Breitling rolled gold watch is far different from a typical rolled gold. Many brands that are rolled have a fine layer of gold, not a large amount more than plating actually.
But the Breitling is actually more like 2 links in one, one outer & one inner. I for one didn't like it until it was properly explained to me. When you look at the cross section, it's actually a fairly sizable piece of gold on top of a steel core (think of it as an outer & inner link). The purpose is to help the bracelet maintain it's shape longer. Gold, being a softer metal than steel, will stretch faster & easier than stainless steel. By putting a SS core inside the gold link, the link stays stronger, preventing the band from stretching as easily as an all gold link. You still have a comparable amount of gold in a Breilting gold bracelet link as a comprable sized all gold link of another mfr.
Also, this process is only used on the bracelets. The cases, pushers & bezels of gold are solid. None of those are rolled.
I hope that helps some...
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Post by toddb on Oct 29, 2007 11:48:30 GMT -5
excellent scott! helps alot..AS u well know most of the salespeople are ill informed at most of the AD 's around. they all say its solid..have to make a decision next 2 weeks...!!!!
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Post by Scott D on Oct 29, 2007 12:05:11 GMT -5
Glad to help!  Hope to see pictures of your new watch soon! |
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