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j0sieste11a

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Where do we go? I have heard maybe BLSF, but really can’t find a lot of info on them. Seems like it was GF by a mile on Breitling. Was about to pull the trigger on a SOH2 but maybe I waited too long.

Anyways, can anyone share experience with any other factory besides GF?
 

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Yes there is a thread on a numv of raids and GF one on them but they have come back before.

As for alternatives there is not much choice original factory is great but releases are minimal, the endurance pro is fantastic, and there are some Superocean but all are 44mm whereas some should be 42mm.

BLS I’m not sure of, the top time looked ok.

I fear for the future of decent Breitling reps:cry:
 
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Yes there is a thread on a numv of raids and GF one on them but they have come back before.

As for alternatives there is not much choice original factory is great but releases are minimal, the endurance pro is fantastic, and there are some Superocean but all are 44mm whereas some should be 42mm.

BLS I’m not sure of, the top time looked ok.

I fear for the future of decent Breitling reps:cry:
Same here. BP made the best Navi world black dial , sold out so quick it became hard to find unless someone had one for sale.
 

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I wish Noob would come back and start making Breitlings again, I'm still holding on to my two Super Avengers from years ago. Still going strong.
 

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I didn't realize that there are so many factories that are out there. Ew ,Ag , and Gr who have heard of those ?
 

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I didn't realize that there are so many factories that are out there. Ew ,Ag , and Gr who have heard of those ?
I have avoided the lower tier factories on the advice of my TD. She knew I would be disappointed,, she was correct when I didn't listen. I have visited Watch City in China a few years ago where are watches are assembled with parts bought from other factories. Many factories of all sizes behind unnamed lock doors. A lot make the very cheap watches.
 

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I have avoided the lower tier factories on the advice of my TD. She knew I would be disappointed,, she was correct when I didn't listen. I have visited Watch City in China a few years ago where are watches are assembled with parts bought from other factories. Many factories of all sizes behind unnamed lock doors. A lot make the very cheap watches.
Oh ok. I kinda was wondering that. Interesting?? Noob was the go to and the biggest Rep maker in the market. Why is it that they can’t revive themselves back on top ? BP as well has kinda fell off it seems like.
 

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:( Bad news. I was about to go for a SOH BiColor. I really hope, they come back.
ORF (Omega 300M's) apparently also go raided...
 

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Replica oblivion…
Bad news.
GF made the best Breitling gear. My GF Breitling is one of the best quality reps I have ever had. Solid case, crown and amazing bezel action. The stainless bracelet is faultless as well.

Now on a gen rubber strap with gen clasp.
Amazing…

 
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geestyleed

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JTime just wrote me, that (some) GF Breitlings are still available. Unclear if these are old stocks...
 

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Is there a list of what is available?

Oopsi sorry for the wrong information. I just did not read the e-mail "correctly" on my phone. I guessed, I was only reading what I wanted to read...

Correction: All models are NOT available.

Sorry for the inconvenience...