ubiquitous Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Just wanted to share some pics of my latest acquisition My wife and kids asked me what I wanted for my birthday; apparently, I'm a tough one to shop for (in her words ). I had been eyeing these great timepieces offered by Tourby for some time now and thought this was a great opportunity to get my hands on one; no better excuse to justify a new watch (well, anytime's a good time for a new watch). A quick note to Tourby and I decided that the 42mm Aviator was the one for me. I gave him my wish list of parts I wanted; satin finished case, double round bezel, big diamond crown, decorated Swiss 6498, sterile display caseback and sterile black dial. After a few short days, confirmation of build was received with tracking; a few days following my watch had arrived Classic Pilot looks: This watch offers quite a stark contrast from my only other pilot style watch (my IWC 3717), as the dial is very simple and austere; not a lot of complication with extra subdials, text, etc. It's down to business with this one, and it lends to a completely different look and feel. BIG crown: I was initially a bit worried about the crown's size and having it dig into my hand when extended, but have found it to be a non-issue thus far. The diamond crown was a requisite for me; I love the IWC Big Pilot, but not the Big Pilot size. The 42mm case is a little better suited for my wrist, but the crown helps give the watch a bit of the Big Pilot element Beautifully finished movement with nice cotes de geneve decoration: At times I'll take the watch off just to stare into the caseback. No matter how many times I look at it, the finish of the bridges and plates and the way the light manipulates the grooved lines of the Geneva stripes... Watching the balance wheel oscillate and seeing the escapement and pallet tick-tocking away... It's all just nice to watch, and it's easy to get lost in gazing. Solid horned lugs: Strap selection: The straps are quite nice with interesting details, rivets and a hooped metal keeper. The thought of maybe procurring the bracelet had crossed my mind, and I may just pick it up to have one. However, I do feel that having the watch on a strap is part of what separates the character of this watch from my 3717 (which is on a bracelet). Overall, I think the wife and kids did a great job in getting me a watch I know I'll love See? I'm not difficult to buy for at all... Thanks for looking! //ubi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Beautiful watch Ubi! Looks fantastic. Would love to see a wrist shot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asf Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 thats a serious business crown. I like the running seconds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazz Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Looks great R Tourby is a top bloke and great to deal with, I have a 45mm and my old man has a 42mm similar to yours. Oh and happy birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Nice quality watch there Ubi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jkay Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolfire Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Beauty! Enjoy & wear it in great health, R! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Ubi- Great looking watch. It will definitely have great "wrist presence". Enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chubbchubb Posted August 25, 2009 Report Share Posted August 25, 2009 T does really beautiful watches and I think it is great to have a rare custom made piece which you will probably never see on someone else's wrist. Sure beats a pair of socks... Happy Birthday.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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