Michael_B

Is that on purpose that the bezel looks like it was found on the bottom of the ocean? The bezel looks pretty oxidized. Also, this wouldn't be a watch for me. My friends would keep telling me that this is a bad copy of a rolex.

Hi and welcome!

The IWC 3717 is definitely a good choice. It is a quite accurate replica in both timekeeping and replication (if compared to other IWC watches).

If you want a modded watch, then my suggestion is to have a look at the trade area first. Otherwise have your watch modded by vaccum, the results are amazing. Just prepare yourself for a long waiting time.

If you manage to get a genuine movement you will still have to do some mods to the case, otherwise it won't fit. Go gen or buy 100 replica movements instead and just toss them away when they are broken.

Awesome! Looking forward to your pictures!

Hi matt, welcome! I haven't dealed with any of these trusted dealer. I would say you will be ok with the three of them. They are trusted dealers for a reason. As for the watches, they should all be the same. Make sure the send you quality pictures of the watch before they ship it out. Good choice with the Mark XVI by the way, it is on my buying list, too.

Wow I am so jaleous of your watch. I am trying to build a franken myself, but so far no success with finding the parts I need.

Wow I am really jaleous of the parts you already gathered! I am pretty sure you will be able to fit the dial into your replica watch. Although I have not tried it myself. Worst case you cut the feet and you are good to go.

Would you mind telling us where you got your IWC parts? I having a hard time finding pieces for my 3717 pilot & 3718 spitfire project...

Darn! I just started in the rep game and now I read this... Gotta switch my favorite watch brand. Who am I kidding, I still love IWC.