IWC

WHY THIS WATCH

IWC has a long history of making fantastic Pilot's watches, and it's probably what they are best known for. The 3706 was introduced in 1994 and ran through 2005. My favorite thing about this watch is hands down the bracelet. This watch IS the bracelet. The rice beads of stainless steel make the watch wear very ergonomically despite it's 14.6mm thickness. This particular version has the German-Day wheel.

THE LITTLE DETAILS

The watch comes complete with box and papers, including warranty card (dated year 2000). Includes the 2 pin pusher tools for adjusting the bracelet. Bracelet comes with all links. Valjoux 7750 running strong, with all sub-registers resetting to zero. Case is in excellent condition around 85%. We have not polished the case as most owners prefer this watch unpolished.

WHY THIS WATCH

This 45mm watch is a real miracle worker on the wrist. Because of a combination of factors, including the thin case (13mm), and tapering lugs, this is a watch that can fit comfortably on any wrist. The real stars of this show are the dial and strap. Mirror polished gold hands give a gorgeous warm glow and make the watch very legible. The strap is the result of IWC's partnership with Santoni, the shoemaker. Beautiful brown strap with the trademark Santoni orange on the underside. The IWC 59210 movement keeps ticking away for 8 days, so you'll only have to wind this once a week.

THE LITTLE DETAILS

Watch is Near MINT around 95-97% with no significant marks. Strap has been worn only a handful of times and is around 95%. Comes with genuine IWC box. No papers, as they were misplaced by the own. Guaranteed genuine IWC.

WHY THIS WATCH

This Aquatimer has everything you'd expect from IWC, with a few notable stand-outs. The bezel is sapphire, and has lume applied to the 20-55 markers. Being sapphire the bezel has a really nice sheen (think fresh jolly ranchers). Also notable is the Quick Change Strap System, which allows you to change the strap in a few seconds without special tools. Calibre 79320 based on the tried and true Valjoux.

THE LITTLE DETAILS

Watch is in overall excellent condition. Case is around 90% with only minor wear, no deep dents or gashes. Sapphire crystal is clean and free from scratches. Comes with box and papers, including a stamped warranty card (un-dated). Note: The loop for the rubber strap has been replaced by a generic black look (see picture with buckle).

WHY THIS WATCH

At 43mm wide and 15mm thick, this IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph wears large, but very comfortably. It is no doubt a very masculine watch but is comfortable even on smaller wrists. My favorite aspect of this watch is the dial design. The thin bezel, textures on the dial and the white hands make time on this watch is instantly discernable. This is important if you’re a pilot and actually using this watch for it’s intended purpose. There’s something iconic about the dial, it almost seems like this is THE pilots watch dial. Chunky screw down crown and pushers with great feel. Tried and true IWC modified Valjoux inside, will be a reliable timekeeper for years to come. This watch has a soft iron core for protection against magnetic fields. Beautiful IWC black calfskin leather strap adds a pop of elegance. IWC has been making pilot’s watches for a while now. You’ll be hard pressed to find a better pilot’s watch for the price.

THE LITTLE DETAILS

Watch is in overall excellent condition. Case has only minor wear, around 90%, with light scratches on the back of the case, very little wear on the sides of the case. Movement running strong, chronograph resetting to zero. IWC strap has been worn, but still has plenty of life left, around 70%. No box or papers, guaranteed genuine IWC.

WHY THIS WATCH

IWC's latest pilot watch offers a very slick complication for globe-trotters. The bezel-set GMT system allows you to change Timezones to your desired city by pressing down and turning the bezel. The bezel turns in either direction, and it's very intuitive and easy to use. All chronograph functions are on one sub-dial making for a cleaner and less cluttered dial. Power reserve is 68 Hours. Comes on a Santoni Calf-Skin Strap. Retail is $11,900.

THE LITTLE DETAILS

Warranty Card is dated December 2017, so the watch is still under IWC's International Warranty. This watch is Like New, worn only a handful of times, with only the most minor wear, around 97%. See pictures. Comes with Box and Papers, including International Warranty Card.