15 Days with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic - Final Report

And another 15 days have come and gone here in Santa Barbara, and it is time to sum up the past two weeks spent with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic chronograph.

So a few adjectives to describe this timekeeper - comfortable, accurate, legible - and eye catching.
Let's start with the comfort factor - for those of you who have had more than a few watches you will agree that not every watch is going to feel equally good on every wrist.  The Bianci White Beach was very, very comfortable right away.  As I've said earlier, I was not entirely sure how I would feel about ceramic, but it was very, very comfortable!  The bracelet is very well balanced and the utilization of a butterfly style clasp is the perfect pairing.

Accurate - I know, it is easy to say that of course a quartz watch will be accurate, but it can happen sometimes that quartz watches that are not "time only" can have a few hiccups - but not so with this ISA Swiss quartz watch.  Our Thanksgiving turkey turned out perfectly and the University of Oregon had perfect timing.

Legibility is something that you might question owing to the all white dial, sub dial and bracelet.  But in fact instead of a "white out" effect, the dial is clear and easy to read.

And last but not least - eye catching.  I was actually curious to see what it would be like to wear an all - white watch exclusively for a few weeks and this was actually a lot of fun!  The watch received quite a few compliments and several folks who wanted to know where to get one.

Last of all, and it is something that I am sometimes wary of, but it has to be said - this watch is a watch that a LOT of people can actually afford.  When I started this little "bloggy-wog" I wanted to cover all types of watches, and as this watch is also available for purchase directly from Bianci, it is a great option for a lot of folks out there.

Visit the folks at Bianci at:
www.bianciwatches.com

The Football Game Test

And inevitably, there was one final test for the Bianci before I would feel comfortable returning it.  That was the "Football Game Test".  A few important things that I should mention in the interest of full-disclosure.  I am not actually much of an American football fan, but when it comes to my alma-matter I find myself glued to the television come Saturday - or in this case Friday.  For those of you not 100% familiar, American football in theory should take 60 minutes of playing time (which it does) but this is combined with quite a few time-outs and suffice it to say, takes a "wee bit" longer than 60 minutes!  So there was a LOT of starting and stopping.  Fear not - the Bianci did not lose a second - and the Ducks of Oregon are still undefeated!

The Turkey Test

Yesterday was Thanksgiving here in the US, and as promised the Bianci White Beach Ceramic was pressed into service as I broke out the heavy equipment and spent the afternoon preparing my part of the meal.

So the turkey timed in at exactly 3 hours and 12 minutes.  This verified by both the Bianci and a separate time source.  And the turkey was pretty delicious!  

For those of you who noticed, yes I stuffed the bird with limes.  While I realize that this is non-traditional, I recommend it.  The citrus ensures that the turkey itself will remain fairly moist, as a very subtle flavor, and you don't lose any of that valuable stuffing!

The second major timing event is now only a little over 30 minutes away with the Ducks of Oregon trying to remain perfect.

Bianci has some fantastic offers going on, so check them out as you can buy direct -

www.bianciwatches.com

Week 2 with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic

So it has now been a full week with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic.  The photos here were provided by Bianci, and really show this watch well.

Again, I must stress how comfortable tis watch has been to wear - it has been a real treat.  The bracelet is strong and secure, but forgiving on the wrist.  It has also proven to be durable and has not picked up a scratch or swirl after a week of steady wear.

A stainless steel case back is a nice complement to the White Beach Ceramic.  The case back itself is quite well-balanced and ensures that the watch sits securely on the wrist.

The hidden butterfly clasp is a FANTASTIC touch!  I cannot really say enough positive things about this feature, it is the perfect accompaniment and balances the bracelet in very understated way.

www.bianciwatches.com

Bianci at the beach - sort of

As it is Friday and it is California this seemed like an appropriate theme. In the interest of full disclosure, we are a good 2 miles from the beach, but we are there in spirit today from the back patio.

So some more details about the Bianci I am wearing this week - like the last chronograph that "guest starred" tis one is a quartz watch, powered by an ISA movement.  It is very, very easy to operate and so far has performed flawlessly.

I suppose that the deck chair is also an appropriate backdrop to the Bianci owing to its comfort.  I will be completely honest here - I was not 100% sure how I would like the feel of a ceramic bracelet.  I am stating here clearly and definitively, this is a REALLY comfortable bracelet!  And I am further impressed by how well it is holding up - I have brushed against more than a few "obstacles" and no scratches!  Not even from my daily "desk-diving" - well done Bianci!

It will face two critical (at least at the Henki house) tests next week - Thanksgiving Dinner - yes I am suiting up and will get the bird ready, and then then the Ducks of Oregon will try to remain perfect.  I will, of course, keep you updated on both sets of results (sadly at least one of the aforementioned birds will not be having an undefeated season) - and of course those of the watch!

http://www.bianciwatches.com/

Bianci White Beach Ceramic Chronograph

Okay, so it is now day 2 of 15 with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic Chronograph.

A few quick facts -

As advertised - the watch is ceramic.  This is the first ceramic watch I have worn beyond a watch store counter, and I have to say that is a pretty cool effect!  The ceramic material is somewhat glossy, but not glaring.  It has a nice visual effect.

The watch itself is 43 mm (46 with the crown) and at least into the second day has proved to be comfortable and well balanced.  It is cloudy (foggy) and overcast here in Santa Barbara today, so this is a very nice counter point to an otherwise gloomy morning.

More this evening.

White after Labor Day! 15 days with Roberto Bianci

This is from the nice folks at Roberto Bianci SWISS and it will be my companion for the next 15 days.

More this evening.