IWC Watch Collection: Thoughts & Overview
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IWC Watch Collection: Thoughts & Overview

By PhinneyWood · Jun 20, 2024 · 20 replies
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PhinneyWood, a seasoned collector, initiates a compelling discussion on the IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar, grappling with the perennial question of wrist presence and fit. His personal journey with the Rodeo model, coupled with a fluctuating wrist size, provides a relatable entry point for enthusiasts considering larger timepieces. This article delves into his considerations for the Lake Tahoe and Mojave editions, offering insights into the nuances of ceramic cases and the subjective nature of watch sizing.

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Getting another BP perpetual.. the lake tahoe or maybe the mojave.. I had the Rodeo for a bit but ended up trading out of it - I was always on the fence if it was too big for me..folks in person said it was fine but I think the issue I also had was the boutique never had the right size strap for me so I had this XS strap that was not very comfy.. thoughts? Old pics of my old Rodeo. 














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Aquaracer1
Jun 20, 2024

But it’s not my or others opinions that matter, buy and wear what you like! Just curious; If you ended up getting out of it last time because you thought it was on the large size - What’s different this time?

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Lankysudanese
Jun 20, 2024

And the variant you had is the best of the bunch

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PhinneyWood
Jun 20, 2024

yeah it's odd because in photos it almost looks like lugs shoot past my wrist but I assure you they don't... mirror or from other's view it fits fine.. but when I look down on it it looks a bit like a dinner plate.. the chrono 41's - yes yes there 41.9mm haha fit perfectly in photos and top down but then in person they seem too small. I'm also worried if I buy another one and it not being black it will look even bigger. Maybe I need to go find one.

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PhinneyWood
Jun 20, 2024

I got out of it because I thought it was too big... I ended up getting a mojave 41.. love it. wish there was a 41/42 BP QP

PH
PhinneyWood
Jun 20, 2024

Yeah.. I liked it a lot but my probably with IWC's black ceramic is it shows so many scratches.. no it's not the ceramic scratching it's other stuff depositing on the case and it looks a bit bit.. yes an eraser removes them and I shouldn't really care but for some reason bothered me a lot so I went mojave 41.. waiting for a lake tahoe 41 chrono. That will be the best. Not sure why it's taking Chris so long to do it.

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PhinneyWood
Jun 20, 2024

I miss it a lot but it was/is a hockey puck. Oh the dilemma.

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