Luxury Watch New Releases & Holiday Picks

fernando · 2021-12-25T09:36:49Z

Discover Fernando's Christmas acquisition of the Breitling Top Time Shelby Cobra. Explore collector insights on its design, movement, and market dynamics.

Fernando's Christmas Day surprise acquisition of a Breitling Top Time Shelby Cobra chronograph offers a festive look at a coveted timepiece. His post captures the excitement of securing a desirable watch in today's market, providing a personal perspective on the thrill of the chase. This article delves into the details of his new acquisition and the community's reaction.

A pleasant surprise awaited me this morning when the lovely SA from Brietling wished me a Merry X'mas and informed me that the watch I had previously shown an interest in had just arrived in the boutique and I can have first dibs on it. Since I will be having lunch nearby I asked her to hold it for me and I will pop by later. Well, after seeing it in the metal, it was a no-brainer.

Some quick pics.

The sweater was a gift and appropriate wear for today. I'm a happy camper.

Thanks for looking and have a great one!

fernando

Key Points from the Discussion

The Breitling Top Time Shelby Cobra is part of a series that includes other iconic cars, with the Shelby model often highlighted for its unique racing heritage.
The process of acquiring desirable watches has shifted, with collectors now often needing to express interest and wait for availability, a contrast to past eras where authorized dealers actively sought buyers.
Initial impressions of the Breitling Top Time Shelby Cobra highlight its impressive timekeeping accuracy and the high-quality, refined feel of its chronograph pushers.

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LiftAngle51

Dec 25, 2021

Very new Breitling. A 2021 launched watch. The serie of three car chronographs.

Cpt Scarlet

Dec 25, 2021

Santa certainly did a great job this year 🎅

christianch

Dec 25, 2021

Nice story too reflects the current time. It uses to be the other way around where the AD would beg us to call dibs on something

fernando

Dec 26, 2021

The Shelby Cobra is also my favourite of the 3 car series. Happy Holidays!

fernando

Dec 26, 2021

Cash is no longer king in certain sectors due to demand/supply imbalance. Have a great X'mas!

fernando

Dec 26, 2021

I'm very impressed with the timekeeping so far and the working of the chronograph feels very high-end.

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