denniboss Posted August 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 it has two chrono hands and as per gen, both hands move when you engage the standard chrono button. It is only when you engage the split chrono button that you see the second c.hand stop. Got my in today. Indeed a very nice watch! Very happy with it! Although to my opinion the rotor makes a lot of noice when you shake the watch at your wrist, more than i usual expect form this kind of watches and more thean i normally used to. Any other experiences with that kind of noise? And also indeed the 2 chrono hands start and stop together at the same time and it's really a pity that these 2 hands are not running seperately from each other or do i miss something here and is this possible indeed??? Please inform and thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobster Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Got my in today. Indeed a very nice watch! Very happy with it! Although to my opinion the rotor makes a lot of noice when you shake the watch at your wrist, more than i usual expect form this kind of watches and more thean i normally used to. Any other experiences with that kind of noise? And also indeed the 2 chrono hands start and stop together at the same time and it's really a pity that these 2 hands are not running seperately from each other or do i miss something here and is this possible indeed??? Please inform and thanks Congrats on the watch. I have mine on as I write. Yeah the rotor is quite loud and somebody else also pointed that out. A good greasing the rotor with appropriate material should do the job. I will ask my watchsmith to do that when he services the whole movement for me. As for the double chrono hands: If the chrono hand runs separately from the split chrono hand, it suggests that you engaged the split function via the button at 10. Seeing as though that the split button does not function, we see both hands run simultaneously as per gen spec. I doubt you can actually mod your request to this watch, as there would not be the natural option for this on this canon pin. If Concepta/Texski can source the gen split chrono movement, then 100% yes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prado Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 (edited) I would love to get this ..but the split second not working would be a dead give away. Therefore most likely will stick to the 44mm version...although the 46 would be really nice. If only they would get the Big Pilot right - or someone can figure out how to get a better movement on the BP5004. I have gone through 2 BP5004 and both the movement has failed, the crown tube won't lock back in as the stem seems to get out of position. There has to be some solution the to BP. I even got a better case back - I used the Father & Son case-back, and covered the "peter" with a custom made IWC sticker. Got the proper IWC deployant with IWC engraving rather than the International Watch Co. that is comes with as stock. Never got around to getting a real croc strap as the movements never lasted long enough... Edited August 25, 2011 by prado Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolexman Posted August 28, 2011 Report Share Posted August 28, 2011 I'm really curious if these babies scratch? I saw one in the sale section and thought I saw a big hair line scratch on the mate ceramic.... So do they scratch (easily) and can it be fixed it that's the case? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texski Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 I'm really curious if these babies scratch? I saw one in the sale section and thought I saw a big hair line scratch on the mate ceramic.... So do they scratch (easily) and can it be fixed it that's the case? I can't remember what the material is, but when I ready what was used in their ceramic, I remember thinking this is an abrasive used for sand paper ... zirconia, maybe One of the characteristics of a good abrasive is how it fractures, creating a new sharp cutting edge. So, the characteristic that make this case so hard, also makes it brittle. Some IWC owners have complained about their cases cracking. COMMENTS I have read where IWC can blend slight scratches in their cases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eunomians Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 I'm really curious if these babies scratch? I saw one in the sale section and thought I saw a big hair line scratch on the mate ceramic.... So do they scratch (easily) and can it be fixed it that's the case? The case does not scratch. I've been wearing it daily since August 11th, in a rough environment. I've wacked it hard many times--nothing, not a scratch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolexman Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 The case does not scratch. I've been wearing it daily since August 11th, in a rough environment. I've wacked it hard many times--nothing, not a scratch! Thanks. Good to know. Might consider one of these new TGs then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treadmark501 Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 wow... just read the reviews/comments on the "gen" IWC... amazed that the ceramic case is so brittle, if you accidently drop the watch onto a hard surface... perhaps stainless steel/titanium is the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
permabull Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 But this ceramic case is lighter, more scratch-resistant (& stealthier!) than SS, I've only heard of a TG case breaking when it falls right on a lug - quite a rare event. Anyway - I have a TG 44mm V1 with V2 dial, Swiss ETA7750 and new AR - it's a beauty and I recommend it highly. Especially when combined with a thick leather strap, it's perhaps stainless steel/titanium is the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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permabull Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 Doppel's looking good, how's the rep strap Lobster? As good as the TG V2 one or even better maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobster Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 Doppel's looking good, how's the rep strap Lobster? As good as the TG V2 one or even better maybe? I've never used the v2 strap, but this one is amazing and looks/feels gen! Doubt I'll need to replace it anytime soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 I wish someone would change the model name in the title of this thread... it's a pretty popular thread.. and the model name is just SCREAMING misinformation.. Specifically for a lot of noobs! just because the dealers make the mistake.. doesn't mean we should continue it.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
permabull Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 Plaifender, I agree - well spotted. Lots of misinformation around these new IWC TopGun reps. But the dealers probably like it this way, especially since they've just released basically the same old TG v1 44mm with a teeny bit more lume and of course grabbed the opportunity to hike up the price accordingly. MAkes business sense for them to mix up model numbers and get everyone thinking they're all new releases. I still don't get why there's so much confusion about this model number!! THIS IS NOT A 3789.. THIS IS A 3799! The 3789 is the Flieger Chrono and is 44mm THIS 3799 is the Doppelgraph 46mm. Do not confuse the two.. let's not make things more complicated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted September 3, 2011 Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 Plaifender, I agree - well spotted. Lots of misinformation around these new IWC TopGun reps. But the dealers probably like it this way, especially since they've just released basically the same old TG v1 44mm with a teeny bit more lume and of course grabbed the opportunity to hike up the price accordingly. MAkes business sense for them to mix up model numbers and get everyone thinking they're all new releases. Permabull.... couldn't have said it better No excuse for us to fudge it up on the forum though. Besides enthusiasm for watches in general, this forum is supposed to be a portal of accurate and reliable information. Someone change this title please to 3799.. this is not a 3789 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 can we get a mod to change this title.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
permabull Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Or the OP could do it - DENNIBOSS!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted September 12, 2011 Report Share Posted September 12, 2011 I don't think anyone is paying attention to me... YAY for misinformation 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legend Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 I have both the gen and the rep of this watch! Bought the rep for a lark, just out of curiosity. I have just two comments: 1. The rep in this case is, in my opinion, 99% like the real McCoy in terms of visuals. There are slight differences in the 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock rings, and very minor differences in the dials. In my opinion these are hardly noticeable. So wear your reps with assurance! 2. NOBODY, and I mean not one blessed soul, has, to date, asked me to engage the split second function on even my gen watch (I have worn it maybe 10 times to different events) Most people you meet, contrary to your internal convictions, have no clue about this watch other than it "looks rugged", and no clue on what a "doppelchronograph" may be. Those that do know, do not need to see it. The gen-snobs you meet might demand you show it to them as a proof of its authencity, but hey, thats when you stare them down for their impudence, until they shrink to an infinitesimal speck of dust in your sight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maccaz Posted January 16, 2012 Report Share Posted January 16, 2012 Lobster, Where did you get this from, Puretime? I did it the wrong way around and bought a GEN strap and tang and now am torn between the single chrono or the doppel chrono. James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MapsMoney Posted January 18, 2012 Report Share Posted January 18, 2012 this is awesome piece where did u guys purchase this best model from Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan Posted January 18, 2012 Report Share Posted January 18, 2012 It looks great, for some reason the 46 seems a more balanced appearance to me. I remember being very disappointed in the 44 when it arrived as it didn't look quite right.. silly I know but I'd seen the 46 genuine in person and thought that's what I was getting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MapsMoney Posted January 19, 2012 Report Share Posted January 19, 2012 yeah where did u get this best one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted January 20, 2012 Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 I still see that the poster has not changed the stupid incorrect title of this post!!!!!!!!! (sorry.. i'm frustrated working on my thesis atthe library.. decided to take a break and check rwg.. and this is the first thing i find...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bravoecho Posted February 9, 2012 Report Share Posted February 9, 2012 still no comment where to get this baby? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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