Distinct 0 Posted August 28, 2012 I just received my Blacksteel Avenger, ultimate version with an Asian 7750 movement. I have wanted this watch for a very long time and debated over it until I finally decided to get it. There are a few different versions over time that I have seen in terms of genuine and replica with different straps and dial faces, etc. I think mine is the version base on the watch released in 2008 or 2009 but mine has a different strap than the ones I have seen in genuine pictures and some earlier replicas offered (which had the BREI ITLING spelled on the strap). Let's start with the pictures (I apologize for these not being as good as my usual pictures, these are with an iPhone): Comparison of Snake Eyes to Storm Shadow: This is a huge watch and thick like the Ploprof. Both watch designs know they are big watches and have their straps designed to extend at an angle away from the back of the casing. The only flaw I can see is the printing slightly is too close to the rise in the date window frame. The sub dial detail is gorgeous and there are vertical lines in half the dial faces that only appear in certain lighting. The genuine seems to have this very pronounced and I didn't see this in the QC pictures I originally received but I see them now. The strap on this watch is glorious. Even more comfortable and breathing than the equivalent Ploprof strap which is already extremely comfortable. It is not just the circular holes that provide the breathing against the skin. Both Omega and Breitling have a ribbed detail on the inside of the strap. The Breitling is deeper cut and allows air to move against your skin more easily. The deployant clasp is great. Not as featured as the Ploprof. This is a chrono not for diving and so there is no dive extension like the V2 Ploprof. There is an adjustment inside the clasp which is nice. There appears to be some type of heat or finish burning/bluing where the Breitling logo is affixed to the clasp. Extremely minor. Overall the watch feels very much like the Ploprof. It is a big huge and heavy watch. Has a lot of presence and is definitely a very cool watch. This is not really for wearing with your cuff link suits. Great quality replica. Not cheap and it appears to really be worth it. The only thing that isn't perfect is the logo printing is too close to the date window. I'm still very happy with it and would recommend it as an option for others looking at something like this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted August 28, 2012 Wow, very cool watch and some great shots. Curious how the PVD will hold up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cvp3 2,103 Posted August 28, 2012 I've had mine (in quartz sadly) for over a year. No wear marks at all. Fairly heavy rotation (once every 10 days) and usually see some abuse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeLaForce 2 Posted August 28, 2012 So many breitlings I still want, this has to be up there. Great pics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
finknottle 0 Posted August 28, 2012 I have the one with polished steel and a blue dial, and I absolutely love it. Beautiful watch. Nice pics!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Distinct 0 Posted August 28, 2012 Thanks all for the compliments. A few more things I have noticed: - The crystal is not flat. Most of my watches (Rolex, Omega and Bell & Ross) have been flat crystal. This has a subtle curve to the surface, not something like some Panerai bubble crystal but it's there and something I didn't even notice until after wiping the face. - The burning/bluing around the logo appears to be rubbing away and I believe it will disappear and this may have been some heat or chemical residue during manufacturing that was just too difficult to get in there to clean up. - The end of the clasp facing the strap has some very sharp edges. It could be finished a little nicer. Not sure if the genuine has this issue but I can't imagine that anyone would be happy to have the sharp edge sometimes contact the wrist. I can easily make notches in my finger nail against the edge of the clasp. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cynikal.Mindset 1 Posted August 28, 2012 I still miss my Super Avenger Blacksteel...damn, why I sell it?? nice piece and the Ocean Racer strap is better than the Diver Pro straps they usually have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dalboy 2 Posted August 28, 2012 Another one that needs serious consideration..apart from the couple of issues you mentioned, nothing to keep you up at night !! Whats the lume like on this baby..? and a wrist shot would be good.. Hansom bit of kit though....Enjot it. Dal......................... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cynikal.Mindset 1 Posted August 28, 2012 Lume is standard rep lume...which on Breitlings is pretty pathetic but even the gens aren't really that spectacular Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGPS 0 Posted August 28, 2012 Not really a fan of Breitlings, except for this Avenger. Looks great. Good pick up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baxter 6 Posted August 28, 2012 it's a beauty ... want it !!!! Enjoy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starry 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Wow, very cool watch and some great shots. Curious how the PVD will hold up. Think you will find this rep is DLC and not PVD coating .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted August 29, 2012 PVD is a process of coating, DLC (Diamond-like-carbon) is a material. Two absolutely different things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coolmann 0 Posted September 13, 2012 very cool watch... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
