Breitling Avenger 43 Chronometer - First Impressions

[@watchfalcon122]

For some reason I feel I’m always attracted to Breitling like a good church girl to bad boys.

[@BruceWilliams]

Best comment here lol

[@vinnybrozzza4196]

LOVE the comment you made! ALL of it!

[@Zyklop223]

Best comment!😅

[@simondouglas3519]

@@BruceWilliams Hi Bruce whats the lug to lug on this?

[@devilzdandruff9199]

Love Breitling.. always have. The Navitimer, Chronomat, Superocean... what’s not to like?? Amazing watches.

[@frankbick6953]

Have to say that when I see this Breitling right next to the Omega, I think the Breitling looks way better.

[@Feemy]

I have to agree! And to me, even better looking than the Roly also

[@fanaticjan]

of course..

[@nero8484]

Agree too👍🏻

[@AyBi_Studio]

I always compare Breitling watches to sculptures. They are so unique and artistics. You can see it's a Breitling from a distance. They are the best in creating fairly busy dials and still maintaining a clean classy looks. That's art, by full meaning.

[@100arunkrishnan]

True...wish they hadn't got rid of the wings in most of their collection

[@tasheemhayes1826]

Man breitling glass is fantastic

[@fpoynton1604]

I love Brietling Avenger and Colt. They truly do give Omega and Rolex a run for the money. Its just as beautiful and masculine, very finely executed , mechanically equally tough and truly functional pieces. Marketing just isn't on par with the big two - but its a masterpiece and a true high end tool in its own right- just as are Omega and Rolex. Great watch. 👍

[@sevrdaf]

Breitling is a most have watch brand, within any collection. I often wear my avenger2 seawolf, its 240grams of pure Steel with a beater ETA inside, whats not to like. Solid and easy to service, and its like the toiletpaper in School from the Old Days...IT takes No shit😎. Find your model, you cant go wrong with a Breitling on your wrist. Great review Bruce💪

[@jamess8175]

Breitling's AR coating and crystal design are the best in the business; they make the dial ultra clear and rich in details.

[@aqz2000]

Excellent video which captures the essence of the Breitling. I love the direct comparison with the SPM as well!

[@frzmtl3849]

This is a perfect example why you're my favorite watch personality on KZbin. I was waiting impatiently for a complete video of this watch and you're the first to come out with one. It's a beautiful watch, the only thing I would have changed is maybe make it 1 mm smaller, it really depends on how it will fit on wrists. Looking forward to the comparison with the Seamaster.

[@BruceWilliams]

Thank you!

[@Zyklop223]

I tried the blue version on today but on a strap and I also love it that bruce has made this video!😁 Btw my wrist is not the biggest but this breitling fits very good on smaller wrists as well. Maybe because of the strap. The steal bracelet could come a little bit more bulky...

[@chelious1973]

Now, I like that Breitling. Wow. Pure class. Give me a black dial all day. Nice review Bruce. 👍

[@matthewbessey681]

Definitely one of the nicest looking Breitling’s I’ve seen.

[@Bemjji]

That’s beautiful, and breitling helped themselves by the brushing on that bracelet opposed to all polished. Sitting there like a boss between the Rolex and the Omega.

[@harper07harper]

What's wrong with all polished?

[@Bemjji]

Scratches too easy.

[@eljayr4669]

That is definitely the old style Breitling and I like it. My old Breitling is completely brushed and I like how Breitling have given this watch a modern look. The price isn’t too bad either.

[@Slingsshootingandcamping]

Got mine last week and I absolutely love it

[@eddie7167]

Had mine nearly a year now, very pleased with it. I love the slanted links in the bracelet and I agree that it looks better with it part brushed. The video shows the old style box, mine came with the new 'eco friendly' one which isn't as nice.

[@stephenjames4806]

Picked up the blue dial with the blue calf leather strap.. combination is beautiful.. well happy.

[@elarson312]

Amazing looking watch. I think Breitling has really improved their lineup with this watch and the Colt.

[@TitoCanuso]

I have both, Avenger in Blue and Colt. The Colt was supposed to be sent with a silver dial and it arrived on a cream dial. It looked so good I kept it. I just can’t wear them with a bracelet, I am not careful enough. I change the Avenger to a blue rubber original strap (the one with the holes) and the Colt to a brown leather bracelet from a vendor in Kiev on ETSY. I wanted the Colt for casual elegant and the Avenger for more casual attire. They both are great quality. They look fabulous!!!

[@vinnierk9171]

I just got this watch today after watching your video... I love it. It feels soo good wearing this. Thank you..

[@claymurphy4280]

Looks fantastic! I own an Avenger II Seawolf. Great watch.

[@1000lightyrs]

And notice how the case back is almost aligned. I think Breitling have always made a concerted effort to do this, as I've seen so many like this, including all 3 B's I've owned. Most aren't gonna care, but for us WIS, it's a nice feature.

[@ripperx444]

they have done a really great job with this brand now. Even got a hater like myself to get the new superocean on rubber with deployant. I think their clasps are the best

[@pcling5643]

Very handsome and clean look for this Breitling. Very nice piece. Would be in my next purchase. Thank you !

[@mb-watches]

Great review, the avenger Line is the one I still do cherish. I still prefer my full polished avenger 2 chrono but this new version is awesome. The quality is grüne and they kept the winged logo which is an relief. Thanks for introducing this one🙏🏻👍🏻

[@daniellekkerbelangrijk3958]

the omega looks like shit next to the Breitling

[@terryb8310]

Much nicer than the old one ... good clean look.

[@lovykhanna8570]

Breitling hast been relevant since their Transocean Chronograph release.I love the direction they're headed in. Im a proud owner of 2!

[@lougran598]

It’s a really nice watch with 100% Breitling DNA. Love it.

[@Sumofallfears]

Received mine yesterdag and I really had to get used to it. But now I love it. Its a bit different than 'regular' Breitling. And also affordable.

[@j.vanguard4654]

Hey Bruce, the Breitling actually looks better than the Omega, even though the Omega is very well done and constructed.

[@dralzgamer2354]

The silver dial on this Omega SMP makes it look unfinished, as if the designers have stopped working on it at 80%

[@carlhaluss]

Great review, as usual. Funny thing, when you do the comparison shot with the Omega and Rolex. The Omega and Rolex almost look dated in comparison, even though the Breitling has the stainless steel bezel and rider tabs. I love that. And even though Avenger doesn't appear to bill itself as a diver watch, it still has that 300m water resistance. Even on the Avenger chronographs! Love the very large crown as well. That is one area where the Omega falls short IMO, is on crown size. I have rather large fingers, and just don't find the Seamaster crown easy to grasp. Of course, bang for buck and, IMO coolness factor, Breitling has it over the other two! And neither the Rolex nor Omega offer the secured bezel which, even though I don't dive, I find a big deal. My Breitling AD, who also has a huge service center for locally servicing Omega and Rolex, tells me about the large number of dive watches that they service because the bezel has come loose.

[@MarcR34]

Very good watch, especially how they’re made by hand and for a low price. I’ve have the Nav 01 Breitling on a leather strap, great watch.

[@thomasmoll8822]

MarcR34 - Made by hand? 🤔

[@bhavapriyasubramaniam6950]

Bruce super review. Your english is very easy and crystal clear to follow.

[@mickeylickey123]

I've always been interested in breitling but they are just too big for my wrist.

[@BruceWilliams]

The colt 41 wears very small for a watch of this style

[@micahpbt9638]

Breitling dimensions sound huge, but they wear smaller on the wrist. I don't wear anything above 42 mm in general, but I tried the Avenger automatic 43 and it wears smaller than 42 to be honest.

[@mickeylickey123]

@@micahpbt9638 Well it looks big even on his wrist so it isnt for me. 48mm lug to lug is a big as I can do. Case size dont matter as long as lug to lug is 48 or less

[@tikibob3339]

I have a 8900 PO and my steel bezel avenger is a perfect brother for it. It’s in a tough price bracket as it’s priced the same as a BB58 but fortunately for us, no one pays MSRP for a non LE breitling lol. My only wish was that they put the Tudor movement in it like the SOHII!

[@pondokotomotif8940]

The logo on the dial made from white gold?

[@jefferyneu3915]

That is AMAZING! I am definitely interested in the movement information. I assume it is an Etta Movement (hopefully decorated or other modification). I really look forward to the full review of this one!

[@BruceWilliams]

Yes it is a ETA 2824 chronometer grade with tasteful decoration throughout. So far it hasn't gained or lost a second (its been a day and a half so far)

[@thomasmoll8822]

IIRC, Breitling has gone full Sellita since one or two years by now. But maybe Bruce can get it opened?

[@BruceWilliams]

@@thomasmoll8822 hogwash its an ETA

[@michaelriera6277]

Sellita? Breitling are either ETA highly modified or in-house BO1 Chrono movements.

[@MM-bg7in]

Nice intro. Like the upbeat music and quick unboxing. Not sure this watch isn’t talked about more for a first time luxury watch. Looks great and good price point with discounts.

[@Jcauto-t4r]

That’s a very beautiful watch, down side is the power reserve ( I think is 38hrs ) the rest is great, I’m contemplating it. Thanks

[@joecook792]

You read my mind on what I’d like to see reviewed. Looks great, and a step up from the already excellent Colt. Nice work, looking forward to the full review, but I think this will be top of my wish list. Keep up the good work!

[@BruceWilliams]

Thank you

[@superkracer2903]

I bought this watch today. Thank you for your review.

[@jamespalsson746]

Love the indicies and the steel bezel

[@nelsonprendergast9871]

I'm not a Breitling fan, but that is one beautiful watch!

[@jasonworthington3063]

Personally I’m a Breitling man but I’m not vibing with the new bracelet 2 finish look. I like the all satin of my seawolf and sealfish tbh. I do like the updated clasp but they need to update to a micro adjustment for sure. That being said the the pro 2 bracelet is the nicest bracelet I’ve ever had the pleasure to wear.

[@FM-ef3rb]

Starting at 1:59 in the close up all the lumen looks really badly made, or am I seeing that wrongly?

[@ricardosegura4948]

You are wrong

[@FM-ef3rb]

Ricardo Segura am I? It’s completely unclean, doesn’t follow the lines of the metal applications and the angles are uneven.

[@ricardosegura4948]

@@FM-ef3rb es que eres bien pinche exagerado , esta recto no mames

[@rage8kage]

With the b1 in-house movement. Im looking forward to their first in-house chronograph

[@rc8639]

Beautiful watch, might buy one tomorrow. why are there so many spots on the dial when zoomed in?

[@excelerater]

they updated this model...I am curious what you think

[@AyBi_Studio]

The only down side is the centered polished links. I always find this look cheap in a way. All polished/all brushed is the way to go.

[@kd1218]

Thank you for a review. Nobody has done one on this yet. I have had this piece for a couple of months and it’s amazing. Just wish it had a push button clasp.

[@BruceWilliams]

That would be ideal. Similar to the one they use on the rubber straps with the slide adjust

[@kd1218]

Bruce Williams my thoughts exactly. Hope they come out with one soon so we can upgrade the clasp just like the 2012 Omega Seamaster Professional 300.

[@MillerVanDotTV]

Are you sure those indices are applied? They looked stamped to me.

[@micahpbt9638]

Hi Bruce, thanks for the review! I was wondering how you found out about the Breitling winged logo being white gold? I couldn't find that anywhere on their website.

[@ricardosegura4948]

I wanted to buy the super ocean model but I liked this model more

[@TravellingFreak991]

i was the same. Ended up getting the Avenger.

[@shawnsingh5050]

I bought the same seamaster back in February. I feel like waves look better on the gray dial then any other. As far as Breitling I'm probably going for a navitimer next haha

[@baselhs]

I like the intro music. Could you please share the name of the track?

[@ludekrichter6049]

What Is the lug to lug size?

[@jdogkurupt6911]

With a 7.25 inch wrist. Do you order 185mm strap when purchasing watches ? Thanks

[@ccoffin1333]

I wish they filled in the bezel numbers and minute markets like the 17360 superocean. Would make it easier to see.

[@Zyklop223]

Hi Bruce, Where do you know that the logo is out of white gold? I have asked Breitling directly for the material of the logo of the new superocean 2 42 a while ago and they answered it's out of rhodium-plated brass. Best regards & stay healthy!

[@simondouglas3519]

Hi Bruce what is the lug to lug on this and how does the bracelet drop from the lugs.. straight down?

[@WatchDisplay]

Wow! Love the new clasp.

[@olegstarik8387]

Dear Bruce,I’m really need ur honest advice,I’m looking for my first ever watch for everyday,my budget is 2,5k usd. Currently I can’t decide between Ball and Breitlng, what will be better for perspective?

[@mikechan5274]

Thanks for this video! Do you have a comparison video between this Avenger 43 versus the Colt 41?

[@BruceWilliams]

Sadly I do not

[@mikechan5274]

@@BruceWilliams Aww, that's too bad. No worries though!

[@ihopetowin]

A very appealing trio of watches.

[@jamesmahon8292]

Im looking to purchase my first luxury watch and im torn between this avenger and a seamaster.

[@cubex68]

My first serious luxury watch purchase was SuperOcean and I still enjoy it. It has aged surprisingly very well

[@hersheysquirt6526]

Seamaster is a level above tbh, and your first should be special

[@jamesmahon8292]

i have recently become the proud owner of a seamaster, black dial, im in love haha.

[@jamesmahon8292]

@@soultaker840 brand had nothing to with my decision, if I was concerned about brand then id of gone all out and got a submariner which I do like. I was simply drawn to the seamaster, it was the watch I kept going back to when I was making my mind up. the wave dial and open caseback swung it for me, plus I am an electrician and the symbol for ohms is the same as omega, not ultimately a deciding factor but just a little something that helped make my mind up.

[@jamesmahon8292]

@@soultaker840 no worries, I may still get the avenger as it is a attractive watch, I also have a zenith el primero 3600, snowflake, blancpain fiftyfathoms to name but a few on my wish list. ive broken the seal by purchasing my first luxury watch and I want more haha

[@bruceduncan9615]

Super minor detail, but I’ve been loving the font that you’re using on your video captions lately.

[@BruceWilliams]

Thanks Bruce (great name btw) I noticed some other watch channels copying me so I had to change it up lol

[@MrPlayboybc]

swap the band on the omega with the breitling and it’s a go for me. Design on omega bracelet is outdated.

[@Illinination53]

Can you please review the new chronomat

[@ref6122]

It’s like the colt but with more water resistance.

[@achimkohlhage1328]

Congrats, also how much money (3 watches) y carry on yr 1 wrist. Amazing, cheers fm Sgapore+

[@YIZHAKBAICONUR]

Hi Bruce can you make a review with the new avenger GMT 45 there is non in KZbin so far Thank you ir will be hugely appreciated!

[@nero8484]

Nice Video like allways! The Avenger looked really sharp with the steel bezel. The dial color is really nice! Regards from Germany 🇩🇪

[@SERBIASRT8]

What's the difference between this and my colt chronometer? Looks the same?

[@CocoKoi321]

Please don't hurt me but from the thumbnail thought it was an invicta 😅 But so is breitling coming back in trend?

[@BruceWilliams]

No worries Drew. Poor invicta needs somewhere to 'get inspiration' from lol

[@CocoKoi321]

@@BruceWilliams i mean like idk but their vintage old school invicta is different maybe do a vid on top favourites of vintage invicta you think might be worth something? cauae I know urban gentry said vintage invicta is way diff tho right? also good joke XD, idk if I personally like the style of it but that's just me

[@stevefox8605]

I like it style wise, not a fan of the date at 3... ETA movement? Look forward to your full review. Cheers 👍🏻

[@BruceWilliams]

Yes 2824 :)

[@thomasmoll8822]

I think Bruce should really have it opened so that we are sure...

[@stevefox8605]

@@BruceWilliams That's what I suspected. Thanks mate 👍🏻

[@pierremartin9048]

Appreciate the DE-blinging, seems Breitling is listening to the marketplace, less super polishing. They should be able to make a strong comeback if they keep on listening......in the end who does not want a Breitling they would actually like, versus ticking a box.

[@saseonglee1309]

Huge step up at the clasp!

[@Jpjc474]

Bruce what knife if that you used to open the box?

[@BruceWilliams]

Microtech OTF with copper handle and black coated blade

[@Gundal66]

For some reasons the Avenger and the Colt line made me think of Cow boys 🤔

[@ihopetowin]

Ha!

[@THeinsidethefire16]

Great watch, nice video, even on par with rolex submariner, like curve lugs on breitling their blue color and white gold logi, what i would like to see on this model is ceramic either blue or anything else instead of metal bezel. cheers

[@nauvalm]

How can breitlings dial looks much cleaner than the submariner that cost 3 times. Everytime i look at the sub it often shows reflection, not with the breitling

[@masterg7895]

The Breitling has a double domed crystal with antri reflective treatment on both sides that makes it look almost as if there is no crystal in most angles and so you can see the beauty of the dial. The Rolex has a flat crystal with no anti reflective treatment that makes it extremely reflective and unclear. The downside of having a Breitling crystal is that the exterior AR coating can sctrach up if you don't take care of it and can look bad. But overall- Nothing compares to the clarity of a Breitling dial.

[@michaelbishop9157]

@@masterg7895 IWC dials have better clarity than a Breitling IMO

[@MillerVanDotTV]

@@michaelbishop9157 IWC dials all show the blue hue of the cheap AR coating that they continue to use.

[@BoricuaTraveler]

I wonder how this compares to the Marinemaster 300

[@BruceWilliams]

Hard to compare they are so different

[@thomasschoene9866]

I owe the big brother 45 mm with GMT for 2 months now and I absolutely love that piece. Breitling is the best watch brand imho, the watches have the spirit of adventure with their air and ocean characteristics. I like long lasting and robust things and that is what this watch really is like no other. The poor Omega looks totally pale next to the Breitling, poor piece ;-)

[@jeffd3802]

I know this is 3 yrs old but for the life of me I cannot get the bracelet too be comfortable. Tge clasp is curved so much it digs in bottom of my wrist.

[@Tonysoprano497]

I’ve always liked this piece ..

[@deviladvocate7569]

Beautiful collection

[@theoverlord1925]

My first “luxury” watch was a Breitling SuperOcean in 1992. I loved the looks, but I was too bloody heavy and I sold it off. In 2007 or 2008 I bought another one , and again I loved the new design , but it was too heavy and blingy /shiny. When I went to sell it I got a third of what I paid for it. Breitling loses a lot of value on the second hand market. The only one I would consider now is the Breitling SuperOcean Heritage in 42 mm in black. On Jomashop it’s $3150 so that’s not bad. I like the dial on this one but 43 mm is too big, and due to the size it will be too heavy. I also don’t like the polished , shiny centre links they will end up getting scratched up much faster and it a bit misplaced on a tool watch I think. This should be 41 mm not 43 mm. On a Milanese bracelet , maybe 42 mm is OK but I still think 41 mm is the better size . The weight should not exceed 140 g in my opinion otherwise too heavy and not comfortable for everyday wear. Unfortunately, I will never be buying Breitling again I think , that’s just me if you like the style and it s weight does not bother you then they have decent specs and the price is OK.You had better end up keeping it though, otherwise you will take a haircut and a half....

[@craigdlazarus]

Nice watch thanks Bruce

[@MM-bg7in]

Nice watches all three. Really like the Omega.

[@jimg518]

If this was made in 41mm like my Colt I had a few years ago I would buy this today.

[@Feemy]

I actually prefer the look of the Breitling to the Rolex and Omega.

[@snapfitness1]

Accuracy?

[@rogertoledo478]

Movement Bruce??

[@BruceWilliams]

2824 chronometer grade :)

[@thomasmoll8822]

Should be Sellita (see my comment above).

[@TheShotenZenjin]

Nice homage to the Invicta 27305.

[@BruceWilliams]

lol had to google that one.

[@TheShotenZenjin]

Bruce Williams I think the Breitling might just have the better movement...but the Invicta does have a luminous bezel! BTW, this Invicta model is on amazon for $98 (blue dial) or $78 (black dial)!!

[@Mahhsio]

I just wish it had a transparent caseback

[@Dougiee1853]

This would be nice on a black rubber strap.

[@mrp9498]

Beautiful watch

[@giangvu7902]

Sweet looking watch

[@shipmate3577]

I like this watch, but the bezel movement stopped me from buying it... was horrible. The clasp also sucked. Breitling needs a clasp like a glide lock or the one used on new Omegas.

[@RideHarder]

3750 dollars or euros?

[@thomasmoll8822]

Just no. This has nothing on the old GMT, IMHO (Admitting that I would not wear a watch with a metal bezel on a bracelet anyway. So the “not shiny” argument falls flat). And if they “updated” the clasp, why not finally add trigger release? Just a detail, but packaging seems cheaper, too.

[@natfingerboard]

I can't with the crooked links lmao I just can't, the watch is already quirky and they go ahead and mess with the links. I also would like the lugs to be a little bit more tapered.

[@hambone988ubet]

Nathan Carrille Music I thought I was seeing things or a reflection. What that heck is going on? Does it add comfort? I don’t think Bruce brought this feature up?

[@natfingerboard]

@@hambone988ubet it's a breitling thing, I don't know if all their bracelets are like that or just most of them.