Reply With QuoteI prefer the Breitling over the Omega
What to do... I want - no, I need - the new Skywalker X-33. But I waited for about two years to nab a decent one of these, and now I don't know what to do (as I can't/won't/shouldn't have both).
Of course, this is really just an excuse to post the last of the "Denim Jacket Series"
I prefer the Breitling over the Omega
1 vote for holding out for the Omega
Never thought I'd ever say I prefer the Breitling, but I prefer the Breitling
Both. Seriously, why not? It isn't going to break the bank and you want both watches.
I admire your discipline but sometimes discipline can go hang! :)
Omega, dare to be different.
Daddel.
Got a new watch, divers watch it is, had to drown the bastard to get it!
We need a moody shot of the X-33 for a proper comparison. Go get it!
Tough call, sorry cant help as they are both very appealing.Originally Posted by learningtofly
2nd thoughts its the Breitling that gets my vote.
Last edited by number2; 13th May 2015 at 11:59.
you've been wearing enjoying and posting that breitling frequently. you clearly like it a LOT.
don't be silly!
if you have the funds to try the x33 without giving up what you already like then do, but theres little mileage in getting rid of a good example only to see a new thread 6 months later that starts with "I regretted selling my aerospace..."
heh.. sorry doll.. cardinal sin there.
Never thought I'd say Breitling over Omega either but it's the B1 for me.
Actually I'll take your SBGR061 off your hands and you can have both.... ��
Last edited by Strnglwhank; 13th May 2015 at 12:13.
I just hope I have funds available if the Breitling hits SC.
I do like the look of that new Skywalker, but you really can't lose the BI as you'll never get another like it.
Presumably the B1 would only part fund the X-33 anyway.
Yup, I'm afraid you do need both.
My vote is for both, I know, not helpful but I have a soft spot for Analogue/Digital combination and love both the B-1 and X-33.
Looked at the B-1 SQ recently, a lot of watch for the money, the new in house B50 is larger and serious money!
Get the X-33 and THEN if you like it more than the B-1 chop the B-1 in, but really, why would you?
Actually the X-33 looks pretty darned good, but I think I still prefer the B-1, especially as someone commented on the X-33 being fiddly to use.
The B-1 is clever and simple to use, I've had a number of watches I needed to refer to the manual to work out how to set a second timezone or an alarm. I've never had to with the B-1.
And, of course, the X-33 is titanium and the B-1 a big lump of stainless - really, you DO need both!
M.
Definitely need to have both....no regrets then,live with them, compare, and then decide which one you can not live without, my guess is you will keep both.
That.
I wouldn't ditch the B-1 in favour of an X-33 - they are complementary. Seriously - you will regret it.
Here is a moody shot of my X-33 to keep you going though - it is a phenomenal piece of kit - and is is truly a 'next generation' piece compared to the Gen1/2 X-33. It is like comparing the B-1 with the B50 - different watches - the B50 is just too big for me and a rechargeable battery just doesn't feel right
Twaddy!
Daddel.
Got a new watch, divers watch it is, had to drown the bastard to get it!
I was thinking Breitling until Martyn posted his X33, which is definitely my favourite in terms of aesthetics. However having seen some on-line clips of the X33, please set aside a long evening to read the manual, oodles of functions!
The B-1 doesn't do much for me, but I don't think the two alongside each other would make much sense. I've also been contemplating the Skywalker but haven't gone for it as I have the Aerospace Evo, which has better water resistance, an incredibly well finished case and enough features for an earthling.
As as others have said, but an x33 and then make your decision after some time.
I'm digging the skywalker. Looks ace and better looks over the B-1.
Lovely position to be in, Terry!
My guess is:
10 You realise there's room for both in your collection
20 Having bought the X-33, on reflection, having both is OTT
30 You sell the B-1
40 Then, you regret the decision - and so let go the X-33 to fund another B-1
50 Having bought the B-1, you realise the X-33 is great
60 GOTO 10
Last edited by AlphaOmega; 13th May 2015 at 15:08. Reason: Logic
Or download the app, it is interactive and appears to be fully functional.
Hard not to like a watch called the Skywalker. Actually, Breitling are probably quite envious of that. ;)
Really?
It's the only thing I dislike about the X-33; the name "Skywalker"... ugh!
As for which I'd want - a B1, any day (though I LOVE both, but if I had to choose).
Tough choice and no 'wrong' decision so a lovely situation to be in.
Personally, its Omega for me.
Not a Star Wars fan then :-)
Last edited by MartynJC (UK); 13th May 2015 at 17:49.
I was all ready to say B-1 all day long, but then realised in my head I d been comparing it to the wrong Omega until I saw the pic above, then I changed my mind!
I'd be happy with either in all honesty, but the X-33 is a cracking looking watch.
x-33 all the way. The Breightling, looks well, like a Brieightling!! The X-33 really looks the part though.
I appreciate this may just be me
but (deep breath)
stick with the breitling. The x33 is to my eyes an over engineered but less practical g shock. It doesn't have a place in a collection as it doesn't serve a unique purpose well enough to justify itself. Remove the history and it doesn't compete to other watches, premium or not, that do the same thing better.
Sorry.
Steve
Oops got that wrong - I meant your SBGW001.
Either will do please. Having 2 is just greedy
I've become a bit of a GS fan although I find I'm quite specific in the look/design I like. Both of these have it and I would love to get my hands on one.
Had a grey faced version of the Breitling..no idea why I sold it..just turn the Breitling over to see one of the best case backs ever and know it's better than the Omega.
I really like your Breitling. The only things I don't like about the Omega is the second hand and cut outs.
I bought my Aerospace based on your previous pic and could not be happier.
In order to bring some balance here is my Evo
Going purely on looks I'd stick with the Breitling, which is not something I'd usually say when comparing these 2 brands.
hi Steve. I disagree, in that the X-33 is designed for a *very* uniquie purpose - namely space exploration and is actively in use by astronauts now and with the new edition also in the future.
they are made 'fit for purpose', interesting the new versions have been tested and certified by ESA rather than NASA this time round.
anyway - I do understand your comparison with a g-shock but have you heard the X-33 alarm signals - only the B-1 comes close
Martyn.
Nb - I do have a soft spot for ani-digi watches but can't keep three though :-(
Last edited by MartynJC (UK); 13th May 2015 at 21:21.
Both are really cool!
Great pic but would pick Skywalker any day.
+1 B1
Definitely the X-33. It's just my preference anyway, but if you're already considering flipping the B-1, you can't be that attached to it. In my experience once you've considered selling something (unless against your will out of pure necessity), a bond is broken and it changes from something you have because you really want it to an asset just waiting for a flip and it then it just becomes a matter of time. May as well shift something that's defintely not a keeper on the off chance the X-33 will be.
And I think that's why I wouldn't have one. It is too specifically geared towards something I don't need, just sat in an office. In my old job, maybe it would have been great to have used mission elapsed time to check how long I'd been away from home, but I can't think of any uses for any of the functions these days. The B1 is just a very useful ani-digi chrono so will always be useable without feeling a bit... silly?
I know, I have diver's watches and don't dive, I have pilots watches and don't fly. But they are practical watches that suit my lifestyle, the diver gets knocked about and wet/dirty, the pilot gets used to time things.
But this watch is just so very specific in what it was designed for!!
Fair enough. I definetly see you point of view I think I'm maybe being solely practical on an everyday level.
Steve
The X-33 can also be used by pilots!
No seriously - now I've had it a few days I've been finding some very useful terrestrial functionality - I have programmed it to display two time zones simultaneously and with a one button push show a third and flip between the two - which I find very useful having offices in three different timezones - it is easy to check the local times in any of our primary offices. The Gen2 X-33 and B-1 can't do that. The count-down / count-up with the timers are very useful as it shows not just when the event happened but how much time has elapsed since the event happened - like when you were meant to finish boiling that egg or go re-charge the parking meter.
I do see it as a great progression from the Gen2 - rather like the B50 is from the B-1.
OK - I have to admit it's a luxury item with more functions than I *need* - but aren't all our watches luxury? As I keep seeing quoted elsewhere - we should all be wearing £20 Casio's if logic applied.
Oh - I love the B-1 too!
talk about clash of the titans two beauties i think i'd have to have both can't chose rationally but if just one heart is saying breitling i prefer the clinical tooly looks at a nudge.
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