Thoughts on an IWC ....
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Thinking of an entry model IWC Pilot Chrono IW377709
I lie the look of it and think it could be my next watch. What are people’s thoughts on them.
I’ve just sold my Rolex Yachtmaster II as I started to fall about of love with the Rolex as a brand.
Any owners with the IWC care to give me there thoughts ? I would like to add the strap from the IWC Yacht Club at some point.
I lie the look of it and think it could be my next watch. What are people’s thoughts on them.
I’ve just sold my Rolex Yachtmaster II as I started to fall about of love with the Rolex as a brand.
Any owners with the IWC care to give me there thoughts ? I would like to add the strap from the IWC Yacht Club at some point.
Have you seen the new 377724?
I used to love IWC but went off them for a few years, they seem to be getting things right again.
https://monochrome-watches.com/iwc-pilots-watch-ch...
I used to love IWC but went off them for a few years, they seem to be getting things right again.
https://monochrome-watches.com/iwc-pilots-watch-ch...
Of those mentioned, the OP’s is the preferred model, but when it comes to IWC’s Flieger Chronographs, for me it’s the Spitfire (371702) or the Saint Exupery (387806 – not to be confused with other references using a different movement and dial layout).
If you’re into £3.5K ish, I’d certainly be thinking of negotiating and putting the extra into the Exupery, even though it’ll need imported.
https://www.chrono24.co.uk/iwc/antoine-de-saint-ex...
If you’re into £3.5K ish, I’d certainly be thinking of negotiating and putting the extra into the Exupery, even though it’ll need imported.
https://www.chrono24.co.uk/iwc/antoine-de-saint-ex...
I have what you might want to call a sister watch to the IW3777-09, both of which are based on the ETA 7750 but a different caliber with very different end results:
Yours:
http://watchbase.com/iwc/pilot/iw3777-09
Mine:
http://watchbase.com/iwc/portugieser/iw3714-46
I don't know if you've tried one on or played with the chronograph, but if not then you'll find that in common with other 7750-based watches the chronograph pushers have a stiff action, with a very distinct thunk as the chronograph is started/stopped to the point where when i first tried it i wondered if i hadn't immediately broken it! I like to think that it reduces the chances of starting the mechanism by mistake
Mine keeps excellent time, gaining a few seconds a day. Watching the hands jump back to their resting position when you reset the chronograph is a pleasure. It seems very resistant to scratches and once someone's shown you the knack of how the deployment clasp works on IWC watches it's simple and efficient to use.
Like yourself, my interest in buying a Rolex is low. I've been a fan of IWC for a long time, but I confess I made the mistake of following the brand on Twitter, which at certain points of the year just becomes non-stop spamming over celebrity associations, brand ambassadors and the like. I find all that sort of Heat magazine stuff a turn off.
Overall, as you can probably guess i'd have no hesitation in recommending IWC based on my experience.
Yours:
http://watchbase.com/iwc/pilot/iw3777-09
Mine:
http://watchbase.com/iwc/portugieser/iw3714-46
I don't know if you've tried one on or played with the chronograph, but if not then you'll find that in common with other 7750-based watches the chronograph pushers have a stiff action, with a very distinct thunk as the chronograph is started/stopped to the point where when i first tried it i wondered if i hadn't immediately broken it! I like to think that it reduces the chances of starting the mechanism by mistake
Mine keeps excellent time, gaining a few seconds a day. Watching the hands jump back to their resting position when you reset the chronograph is a pleasure. It seems very resistant to scratches and once someone's shown you the knack of how the deployment clasp works on IWC watches it's simple and efficient to use.
Like yourself, my interest in buying a Rolex is low. I've been a fan of IWC for a long time, but I confess I made the mistake of following the brand on Twitter, which at certain points of the year just becomes non-stop spamming over celebrity associations, brand ambassadors and the like. I find all that sort of Heat magazine stuff a turn off.
Overall, as you can probably guess i'd have no hesitation in recommending IWC based on my experience.
Hi OP,
I think it is a great watch and brand. I have two IWC Pilots in my collection, recently gave the smaller double chronograph to my son and he loves it.
The brand has become more popular in recent times, however the Pilot watches have lovely clear faces and instantly recognisable.. Feels nice on the wrist too..
G
I think it is a great watch and brand. I have two IWC Pilots in my collection, recently gave the smaller double chronograph to my son and he loves it.
The brand has become more popular in recent times, however the Pilot watches have lovely clear faces and instantly recognisable.. Feels nice on the wrist too..
G
amare32 said:
The new addition looks very nice.
I'll be off to Hong Kong in June so might look into getting one.
Have my eyes set on the 377714 Le Petit Prince and as my sister can source me one with a healthy discount £2700, it's too hard to pass considering UK prices is £4500.
Hardly worth the trouble, if you intend to pay the VAT upon returning.I'll be off to Hong Kong in June so might look into getting one.
Have my eyes set on the 377714 Le Petit Prince and as my sister can source me one with a healthy discount £2700, it's too hard to pass considering UK prices is £4500.
https://www.chrono24.co.uk/iwc/pilot-chronograph-l... – you can have it now, for pretty much the same price, if you haggle another £95-195 off it.
PJ S said:
amare32 said:
The new addition looks very nice.
I'll be off to Hong Kong in June so might look into getting one.
Have my eyes set on the 377714 Le Petit Prince and as my sister can source me one with a healthy discount £2700, it's too hard to pass considering UK prices is £4500.
Hardly worth the trouble, if you intend to pay the VAT upon returning.I'll be off to Hong Kong in June so might look into getting one.
Have my eyes set on the 377714 Le Petit Prince and as my sister can source me one with a healthy discount £2700, it's too hard to pass considering UK prices is £4500.
https://www.chrono24.co.uk/iwc/pilot-chronograph-l... – you can have it now, for pretty much the same price, if you haggle another £95-195 off it.
amare32 said:
I don't. I have dual citizenship and homes in both countries so I don't need to declare anything.
As has been discussed endlessly on this site, if you are a UK citizen and you purchase a watch outside of the EU then you are required to declare it to HMRC on return and it will be subject to VAT.Whether you chose do do so or not depends on your personal view of tax evasion
critical mass said:
amare32 said:
I don't. I have dual citizenship and homes in both countries so I don't need to declare anything.
As has been discussed endlessly on this site, if you are a UK citizen and you purchase a watch outside of the EU then you are required to declare it to HMRC on return and it will be subject to VAT.Whether you chose do do so or not depends on your personal view of tax evasion
I'm an HK citizen first who also happens to have a UK passport.
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