IWC

I saw one of these few weeks ago and cannot take it out of my head. I know it has an ETA movement, but the watch looks really amazing and with the blue dial it is something special.
I currently own the AP 15202 (exceptional) but I do not plan to use it as a daily wearer ( of course people like us can't have one daily wearer ) . Both watches look 'quite" roughly.. Similar ...
Anyway what do you think of that particular IWC?
I love to hear your opinions.
Have a great day.





Photo credit: Internet This message has been edited by Jad on 2016-06-21 06:42:45

Bought last year in NOS condition, this Ω calibre 1120 is a modified ETA movement but keeps perfect time and I love the subtle textured blue dial, which often looks grey in differing light.   I dislike the later addition of the Constellation with the large claws.   I should prefer the date to match the dial.   However I added this to my collection because it was my desired icon of Ω.

"Daily wearer" is a misnomer where we all have several choices to make.   My metal bracelet watches are worn least against those with leather straps and I think that will answer your question in that I have enough bracelet watches if they are to have a chance on my wrist.   However I love JLC watches and their movements, so you pose a difficult question. 

Clive

This message has been edited by chippytime on 2016-06-21 08:26:17 This message has been edited by chippytime on 2016-06-21 08:35:52

If I remember correctly, the original versions of both watches are designed by Gerald Genta. Just like AP Royal Oak and PP Nautilus.
Best
Kari

One of the best purchases I've made . . .

I think it's a great one to add to a collection.

I'm frankly undecided on the movement.

Nothing against ETA movements per se, but I think IWC should have gone in-house for their classic Ingenieur.

For IWC: higher margins; for the customer: less value. I don't like that.

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i saw one few months ago, well finished, very light, easy watch a daily wearer.

 2nd hand is a good deal even for an ETA

Been on my radar, but with the white and gold hands. But there are so many ones in that price range. Bremont Solo on bracelet, submariner ( pre-owned). What to do, what to do. Also like the Grand Seiko offerings, even the Quartz versions.

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