Fortis B-42 OFF. COSMONAUTS CHRONOGRAPH TITANIUM ISS

[J.D.]

I think it's a really sweet watch and I agree you should keep it. I understand about the weight issue; but it could end up being a plus. Might make it wearable on more occasions. Another vote to keep.

[cat3600]

I went to the AD today & told them that there was a couple of issues with my watch:

1. Movement has to be serviced as its gaining too much in a day close to 3 seconds
2. Bead blast & refinish watch & bracelet
3. Change glass as there are scratches on the anti glare coating
4. Bezel really takes a lot of effort to turn, its very tight
5. The large orange hand with the lume dot needs to be changed, as the orange color is faded


They agreed to all the above & asked me to bring the watch in & they will send it out to the Fortis service center in Toronto.

The watch has been sitting for close to 3.5 years & definitely needs TLC. So i guess i am keeping it, also am hoping it comes back spanking new. Anybody has experience with the service center in Toronto?

I think it's a really sweet watch and I agree you should keep it. I understand about the weight issue; but it could end up being a plus. Might make it wearable on more occasions. Another vote to keep.

[LCA]

I think you should get rid of this watch. Sell it to me

[cat3600]

I think you should get rid of this watch. Sell it to me

Hehehehe

I am kind of glad that i have given in & decided to keep this. Even my AD said i should get all the stuff fixed by them & keep it due to the limited edition.

[LCA]

Hehehehe

I am kind of glad that i have given in & decided to keep this. Even my AD said i should get all the stuff fixed by them & keep it due to the limited edition.

Seriously, you are lucky to have this watch... i saw one of the last pieces for sale in Germany this year for 3500 euros!

[dohmer]

I went to the AD today & told them that there was a couple of issues with my watch:

1. Movement has to be serviced as its gaining too much in a day close to 3 seconds
2. Bead blast & refinish watch & bracelet
3. Change glass as there are scratches on the anti glare coating
4. Bezel really takes a lot of effort to turn, its very tight
5. The large orange hand with the lume dot needs to be changed, as the orange color is faded


They agreed to all the above & asked me to bring the watch in & they will send it out to the Fortis service center in Toronto.

The watch has been sitting for close to 3.5 years & definitely needs TLC. So i guess i am keeping it, also am hoping it comes back spanking new. Anybody has experience with the service center in Toronto?

A watch ganing 3 seconds a day isn't bad, it's infact really good and well within COSC specs. Enjoy your watch, it's beautiful!

[cat3600]

A watch ganing 3 seconds a day isn't bad, it's infact really good and well within COSC specs. Enjoy your watch, it's beautiful!

I should have cleared the confusion in my last post. I meant minutes not seconds. Since last thursday it has gained almost seven seconds!!!

I am going to return this watch i think. I am going to go with a Breitling Skyland Blacksteel, my AD might be able to get this limited edition watch for me!!!!

I think its too much a hassle to get all those things fixed & i am not even sure about the resale value of this watch.

[dohmer]

I should have cleared the confusion in my last post. I meant minutes not seconds. Since last thursday it has gained almost seven seconds!!!

I am going to return this watch i think. I am going to go with a Breitling Skyland Blacksteel, my AD might be able to get this limited edition watch for me!!!!

I think its too much a hassle to get all those things fixed & i am not even sure about the resale value of this watch.

Sure about 7 seconds since Thursday?, that would be like 2 sec a day..
If minutes, I understand you.

IMO, designwise the Fortis is far more unique then the Skyland. I would stick with the Fortis. However, that Breitling is a fine piece and will give you enjoyment for a long time.

[cat3600]

Sure about 7 seconds since Thursday?, that would be like 2 sec a day..
If minutes, I understand you.

IMO, designwise the Fortis is far more unique then the Skyland. I would stick with the Fortis. However, that Breitling is a fine piece and will give you enjoyment for a long time.

You know guys i am going mad, yes it is 7 minutes since last Thursday!!!

I was sleepy last night!!

Thanks

[canisp]

I know exactly the watch you have... i saw it in the store 6 months ago. I thought of buying it, but the watch definitely looked used and they wouldn't go beyond the 40% discount. I bought the attached watch instead, and love it, but they lost the COSC card... which is a little important if i ever wish to resell the watch.

To add insult to injury, they, the AD and their repair shop, tried to pass of the limited edition card as the COSC!!!! I was too angry to bother getting back to them, as I would only become more disappointed.

Let them fix it up for you and keep it if you love it... it is a nice watch and the rainbow minute sub dial is very handy. I find it the most legible for the valjoux 7750 movement.

Cheers,

Stu.