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A few more pics added!

Not really a shock here...

Gorgeous shots M!!!

Haha, that cracked me up, thanks for the laugh!!! I think we've all had moments like that here, that's what makes this community so much fun! Cheers

I view new posts in my usual sections, but like most...frequent back to old posts (like...viewing wristies).

Cool shots guys!!! Franken 3717 for a special day!

Thanks for all the nice comments guys, it really means a lot! This one stays with me, that's for sure! I'm hoping to take some daytime pictures this weekend!

Thanks mate!

Thanks N!!!

Oooh, that would look HOT!!!

Thanks guys! I'm tempted to get the croc and swap straps, to preserve the Kevlar...just a thought!

Hahaha, good point! I'd have to visit WITH the watch

Thanks B! Will do! Thanks man, happy to be a part of the club!

See, N will get you sorted out Grifter!

Thanks man! Sorry to test your patience, after reading your thread, I thought it would drive a few guys nuts! Dealers can be weird sometimes, but others can be a great asset!

Thanks S!!! It was the most stressful package I've sent through CP, I sat outside the post office before and after sending the package for minutes...almost praying I guess?!?

You betcha!

Thanks H! Cheers mate,

Great shots today guys, wow!!! Franken 3717 Today

Thanks D! A7750, I should have specified, so now I have! Thanks F! Thanks for the nice comments W!

Well gents, If you're a fan of IWC, then you probably spend copious amounts of time in this section, gawking at the IWC App or at the official website drooling on your keyboard. This watch needs no introduction and is undeniably one of the most popular pieces in their pilot collection. With its classic dial, propeller-like hands and red seconds hand, it's the essence of a true pilot's watch. Simply put, the 3717 is 42mm of pure stainless steel horological ecstasy! After seeing builds from our esteemed members and the simple elegance that poured from the watch, I was smitten! So, I purchased a 3717 straight from Vac last spring with the usual goodies (Lume, service, Gen Day/Date wheels & Chief AR'd crystal). Out of the box with a few tweaks, it's one of the absolute best reps I've owned. I picked up a Gen Kevlar strap from one of our members here and it arrived on the same day as the watch, oddly enough. I needed a buckle, so I emailed the nearest boutique and they had one, the owner simply asked for my address and the next email I received stated it was in the mail (on the house), I was shocked and offered to pay him, but he refused. So, I sent a gift card for their generosity...he didn't expect that one! It's a great daily watch that you can wear with anything, dress up or dress down, it just works with everything. I took the watch to New York for our summer holiday and it was a great travel companion regardless of what excursions we did. So, when the opportunity came up to build a Franken, I sold some watches (with a few tears of course) and placed the order! The parts arrived Christmas Eve, I made an appointment with The Zigmeister (I didn't want to mess anything up, especially with these parts) and yesterday...she came home! I decided to use the A7750 for now (Sacrilege, I know), I'll throw in a Gen movement later, but for now, I'm a happy camper. I've had great luck with this watch and have met some amazing people because of it, to whom I'm forever grateful! I'm on cloud nine as you can imagine...but, without further delay, onto the specs! - Genuine Caseset (Including crystal, crown, pushers & caseback) - Genuine Dial - Genuine Day/Date Wheels - Genuine Hands - Genuine Kevlar Strap & Buckle Special thanks to The Zigmeister, Hugo and our great community!!! Here are some quick shots I took last night, I hope you enjoy!!! Cheers!

Welcome to the community!!!

That's a really good looking piece, congrats!!!

The 243 isn't produced anymore, so you'd have to find one used and the 305 is a no go, IMO!

Thanks M!!!