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Looking for a new watch.
Quite like the look of the B&R 03-92 (smaller version).
I've managed to arrange discount on a new one but it's still going to be almost £2k.
Other option is the Omega Seamaster but the only problem with this watch, looks too similar to my Sub. I guess the untrained eye would think they looked the same.
Thoughts?
Quite like the look of the B&R 03-92 (smaller version).
I've managed to arrange discount on a new one but it's still going to be almost £2k.
Other option is the Omega Seamaster but the only problem with this watch, looks too similar to my Sub. I guess the untrained eye would think they looked the same.
Thoughts?
Of those, I'd pick the B&R. I'm sure I'm in a minority, but the PO's dont really do anything for me, fascinating as the co-axial escapement is. That said, I wouldnt worry about the untrained eye thinking you have the same/a variation of the same watch. The vibe I've always picked up is totally different, even at ten paces.
Ha Ha - or lined up in a circle like the AP ROO.
I recently went through a Panerai vs B&R BR01-92 decision. Many viewings and much discussion with friends/colleagues/this board and I came to the conclusion that beyond the visual impact and the utilitarian looks (which I love BTW), they are simply not worth the money. As my brother put it 'it just does not look like £2000 worth'.
Although they are very trendy right now, the B&R uses a very basic ETA movement, does not have much in the way of heritage like the great manufactures, the BR03 has a plastic strap (though the BR01 comes with leather) and will be (I think) in the long run a bit underwhelming.
I'm sure they are very well made, though if they were really well made the screw heads would align/match etc.
This is of course my personal view (no offence B&R fans) and the conclusion I came to over a drawn out period of considering a purchase. Given the choice, mine would be the Omega. I still love the design of my (now 11 year old) SMP Auto.
I recently went through a Panerai vs B&R BR01-92 decision. Many viewings and much discussion with friends/colleagues/this board and I came to the conclusion that beyond the visual impact and the utilitarian looks (which I love BTW), they are simply not worth the money. As my brother put it 'it just does not look like £2000 worth'.
Although they are very trendy right now, the B&R uses a very basic ETA movement, does not have much in the way of heritage like the great manufactures, the BR03 has a plastic strap (though the BR01 comes with leather) and will be (I think) in the long run a bit underwhelming.
I'm sure they are very well made, though if they were really well made the screw heads would align/match etc.
This is of course my personal view (no offence B&R fans) and the conclusion I came to over a drawn out period of considering a purchase. Given the choice, mine would be the Omega. I still love the design of my (now 11 year old) SMP Auto.
Following on from Spice Weasel's comment above a friend bought a B&R and was to start with very pleased with it. That lasted a month and I haven't seen him wear it for ages now; he's back to his sub and I haven't dared broach the subject yet. | do find them somewhat in your face and agree that they are perhaps a passing fashion like the U boat range. Anyway, does it really matter? It's your choice but I sense from your first post you are more swayed by tradition and heritage than style. Have you looked at an IWC Spitfire by the way? Just a thought.
Edited by lowdrag on Sunday 8th June 07:27
Spice_Weasel said:
I recently went through a Panerai vs B&R BR01-92 decision. Many viewings and much discussion with friends/colleagues/this board and I came to the conclusion that beyond the visual impact and the utilitarian looks (which I love BTW), they are simply not worth the money. As my brother put it 'it just does not look like £2000 worth'.
Although they are very trendy right now, the B&R uses a very basic ETA movement, does not have much in the way of heritage like the great manufactures,
Neither do 99% of Panerai watches. Both are in the same category for me. Both are ETA movement fashion watches from companies that despite trying to make out otherwise have only been making watches for the last few years. Although they are very trendy right now, the B&R uses a very basic ETA movement, does not have much in the way of heritage like the great manufactures,
El stovey said:
Spice_Weasel said:
I recently went through a Panerai vs B&R BR01-92 decision. Many viewings and much discussion with friends/colleagues/this board and I came to the conclusion that beyond the visual impact and the utilitarian looks (which I love BTW), they are simply not worth the money. As my brother put it 'it just does not look like £2000 worth'.
Although they are very trendy right now, the B&R uses a very basic ETA movement, does not have much in the way of heritage like the great manufactures,
Neither do 99% of Panerai watches. Both are in the same category for me. Both are ETA movement fashion watches from companies that despite trying to make out otherwise have only been making watches for the last few years. Although they are very trendy right now, the B&R uses a very basic ETA movement, does not have much in the way of heritage like the great manufactures,
Edited by sparkyhx on Sunday 8th June 17:25
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