Next Watch - Chronograph
Hey guys,
as my next watch i want to buy a chronograph. I already looked at a lot of different brands and the watch that i liked the most (by a lot) is this Breitling Top Time Deus. My Question to you guys is: Are there any other Chronographs that have a similar design? Or do you have other suggestions for a nice chronograph ( similar price range or cheaper) apart from the obvious ones (Speedmaster etc)?
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Felix
I'm 23 years old from Germany.
Timmendorfer Strand, Germany
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The Sugess maybe a good option to see if you like the Breitling, under $275 mechanical movement. The one positive for Chinese homage watches is that you can purchase at a fraction of the genuine to see if you’d want to spend the money on genuine.
The Breitling is 5.800€, and i already looked at the Tudor and it is beautiful but it just doesn´t give me the same feeling as the Breitling. The thing i like the most about it is the colorful dial.
The Sugess maybe a good option to see if you like the Breitling, under $275 mechanical movement. The one positive for Chinese homage watches is that you can purchase at a fraction of the genuine to see if you’d want to spend the money on genuine.
That may be the way to go. Thank you.
The Studio Underdog “Desert Sky” colourway is in this wheelhouse.
https://underd0g.com/products/01dst
There's nothing else like the Breitling, with several colour options. (Though they're somewhat milking it with options that are supposedly based on cars). I couldn't justify the price and couldn't live with "Top Time" being written on the dial. But ignoring those prejudices, it's one of the best/ most interesting looking chronos out there.
The Breitling (& Sugess) are really nice. The colors are great. Another possibility?
Islander DPA?
The Studio Underdog “Desert Sky” colourway is in this wheelhouse.
https://underd0g.com/products/01dst
This looks like a legit alternative, the colours are very nice and the price is definitly much more reasonable.
I just tried on the Premier moon phase. That would be my pick I think
This looks like a legit alternative, the colours are very nice and the price is definitly much more reasonable.
Getting one at all will be the problem, but they come back on sale pretty regularly.
Tried this one on for size today..
This one is way below your budget and i love the breitling, but i think it looks amazing and could be a nice choice.
This one is way below your budget and i love the breitling, but i think it looks amazing and could be a nice choice.
Already looked at this one, haven't tried this on my wrist yet though. But from the videos and pictures watched I think it's a great watch.
Another viable option to determine if a 2 subdial chronograph works for you is the Hoglund and Sons chronograph, another mechanical ST movement, American micro brand, I have no horse in this race but the two I own have been tremendous value and no issues.
I’m a bit biased since it is my most recent watch but if you want color I say the Skipper. A bit more expensive but in the same ball park. 39mm instead of 41.
Just get it, it’s a stunner. Nothing else will scratch the itch now you’ve seen It. You don’t need food or to pay the rent, get the watch!
The Studio Underdog “Desert Sky” colourway is in this wheelhouse.
https://underd0g.com/products/01dst
Not sure why I like this look but damn it just works.
Not sure why I like this look but damn it just works.
A bit small for me, personally. I tried some on at Windup in SF… definitely thought long and hard about it, though.
Well this is very tempting to respond to...
The Top Time Deus is a fantastic choice as it looks awesome and has a solid chronograph movement (runs a COSC certified ETA/Valjoux 7753).
Of course, there are some more Top Times...the new Top Times have upgraded to the in-house calibre B01 which will jump the price from $5,500 to $8,000, so you can find some really good deals on the old ETA/Valjoux 7753 movement references - both are COSC certified.
Here is the Top Time Cobra with the new movement...
There are numerous other choices in the $4-6,000 range or less.
I'm assuming you are looking for a racing-style chronograph.
Here are some of my favorites in the collection...
Autodromo x HODINKEE Group B Rallysport T16 - $1,500 (Manual Sellita SW510 M B)
Depancel Tangerine - $1,900 (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Frederique Constant Healey - $2,800 List - $1,000 Street (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Certina DS 2 Chronograph - $2,200 (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Baltic Tricompax - $2,000 (Manual Sellita SW510 M)
Massena Lab Uni-Racer - $3,500 (Manual Sellita SW510 M elabore)
Tissot Heritage 1973 - $2,100 List - $1,600 Street (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Bulova Chronograph A "Surfboard" - List $2,950 - Street $1,500 (Automatic Sellita SW510 Bh b)
Farer Bernina Gran Turismo - $1,950 (Manual Sellita SW510 BH Elabore)
Tudor Heritage Chronograph - $4,500 (ETA 2892)
echo/neutra Cortina 1956 - $1,700 (Manual Sellita SW510M BH b Elabore)
Heuer Autavia Jack Heuer 85th Birthday - $5,900 List - $5,000 Street (Heurer 02 Chronograph)
I could keep going...but I'll stop.
Let me know if you want some more ideas...
I’m not certain but I think the newer calibre in the top time means the watch is a little bit thinner……is that correct? If so i think that makes it a more attractive proposition although more expensive
I’m not certain but I think the newer calibre in the top time means the watch is a little bit thinner……is that correct? If so i think that makes it a more attractive proposition although more expensive
You are correct if you are comparing the Cobra to the Deus.
The Deus is 41mm x 14.3mm versus the Cobra at 41mm x 13.3mm.
The Kenissi movement in the Cobra also has a 70 hour power reserve compared to the Deus's 48 hours.
Is that worth $2,500 or 45% more? That all depends.
Here is an interesting article that discussed the difference between the old and new classic car references...
https://www.ablogtowatch.com/breitling-unveils-the-new-generation-of-top-time-b01-classic-cars-watches/#:~:text=However%2C%20while%20the%20first%20generation,lug%20distance%20of%2050.36mm.
Looks like Jomashop is running a pretty aggressive sale on the updated Top Time Classic Car references...nice discount from the $8k list price puts them pretty close to the old list price at a little over $6k...
https://www.jomashop.com/breitling-top-time-b01-chevrolet-corvette-chronograph-automatic-chronometer-red-dial-mens-watch-ab01761a1k1x1.html
https://www.jomashop.com/breitling-top-time-b01-ford-mustang-chronograph-automatic-green-dial-mens-watch-ab01762a1l1x1.html
https://www.jomashop.com/breitling-top-time-b01-triumph-chronograph-automatic-ice-blue-dial-mens-watch-ab01764a1c1x1.html
Tried this one on for size today..
He wants to buy a watch not here to sell his house 😂
He wants to buy a watch not here to sell his house 😂
😅 wouldn’t have to sell.. maybe a little remortgage.
Well this is very tempting to respond to...
The Top Time Deus is a fantastic choice as it looks awesome and has a solid chronograph movement (runs a COSC certified ETA/Valjoux 7753).
Of course, there are some more Top Times...the new Top Times have upgraded to the in-house calibre B01 which will jump the price from $5,500 to $8,000, so you can find some really good deals on the old ETA/Valjoux 7753 movement references - both are COSC certified.
Here is the Top Time Cobra with the new movement...
There are numerous other choices in the $4-6,000 range or less.
I'm assuming you are looking for a racing-style chronograph.
Here are some of my favorites in the collection...
Autodromo x HODINKEE Group B Rallysport T16 - $1,500 (Manual Sellita SW510 M B)
Depancel Tangerine - $1,900 (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Frederique Constant Healey - $2,800 List - $1,000 Street (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Certina DS 2 Chronograph - $2,200 (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Baltic Tricompax - $2,000 (Manual Sellita SW510 M)
Massena Lab Uni-Racer - $3,500 (Manual Sellita SW510 M elabore)
Tissot Heritage 1973 - $2,100 List - $1,600 Street (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Bulova Chronograph A "Surfboard" - List $2,950 - Street $1,500 (Automatic Sellita SW510 Bh b)
Farer Bernina Gran Turismo - $1,950 (Manual Sellita SW510 BH Elabore)
Tudor Heritage Chronograph - $4,500 (ETA 2892)
echo/neutra Cortina 1956 - $1,700 (Manual Sellita SW510M BH b Elabore)
Heuer Autavia Jack Heuer 85th Birthday - $5,900 List - $5,000 Street (Heurer 02 Chronograph)
I could keep going...but I'll stop.
Let me know if you want some more ideas...
It's tragic that Frederique Constant is so undervalued. Still, that makes for great deals on the grey market!
I believe there is a reissue of this classic. Great heritage house and history:
https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-story-of-the-hanhart-417-chronograph-steve-mcqueens-othe
I'd throw some Tag Heuers into the Mix, their new 39mm Carrera Chronographs are pretty nice, and will probably be a few € cheaper than a Breitling...
https://www.tagheuer.com/de/de/zeitmesser/kollektionen/tag-heuer-carrera/39-mm-th20-06/CBS2213.FN6002.html
https://www.tagheuer.com/de/en/timepieces/collections/tag-heuer-carrera/39-mm-th20-00/CBS2210.FC6534.html
Well this is very tempting to respond to...
The Top Time Deus is a fantastic choice as it looks awesome and has a solid chronograph movement (runs a COSC certified ETA/Valjoux 7753).
Of course, there are some more Top Times...the new Top Times have upgraded to the in-house calibre B01 which will jump the price from $5,500 to $8,000, so you can find some really good deals on the old ETA/Valjoux 7753 movement references - both are COSC certified.
Here is the Top Time Cobra with the new movement...
There are numerous other choices in the $4-6,000 range or less.
I'm assuming you are looking for a racing-style chronograph.
Here are some of my favorites in the collection...
Autodromo x HODINKEE Group B Rallysport T16 - $1,500 (Manual Sellita SW510 M B)
Depancel Tangerine - $1,900 (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Frederique Constant Healey - $2,800 List - $1,000 Street (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Certina DS 2 Chronograph - $2,200 (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Baltic Tricompax - $2,000 (Manual Sellita SW510 M)
Massena Lab Uni-Racer - $3,500 (Manual Sellita SW510 M elabore)
Tissot Heritage 1973 - $2,100 List - $1,600 Street (ETA/Valjoux 7753)
Bulova Chronograph A "Surfboard" - List $2,950 - Street $1,500 (Automatic Sellita SW510 Bh b)
Farer Bernina Gran Turismo - $1,950 (Manual Sellita SW510 BH Elabore)
Tudor Heritage Chronograph - $4,500 (ETA 2892)
echo/neutra Cortina 1956 - $1,700 (Manual Sellita SW510M BH b Elabore)
Heuer Autavia Jack Heuer 85th Birthday - $5,900 List - $5,000 Street (Heurer 02 Chronograph)
I could keep going...but I'll stop.
Let me know if you want some more ideas...
That's a fire collection you got there... I already took a look at the Frederique Constant, the green and red contrast is fabulous. How are you liking it so far?
Why don’t you get it then?
Is the next watch I want to save for, I don't have the money yet, and I want to look at all the options I have. Mayber there's a watch I haven't looked at yet, that appeals more to me.
That's a fire collection you got there... I already took a look at the Frederique Constant, the green and red contrast is fabulous. How are you liking it so far?
Thanks for the kind words.
FC's are great. I have a number of them in the collection and they are so well made. The price to value for FCs are really great. Classic designs, modern production and great value.
Try looking at the Hamilton American Classic! It’s a beautiful design