carlb4233 Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 First off, let me thank all of the members here for creating such an amazing and informative forum to share in this passion. Just placed my first IWC rep order with Joshua. I say that it's "kind of" my first order because I actually acquired my first rep from an unnamed street in the largest city in the US (you all know what I mean). Ever since I have been all about IWC watches. I think design-wise they are by far some of the most eye-catching and head-turning out there. Ok so onto my order.... Have an upcoming wedding and I've been looking for a dress watch to really make a statement on wedding night so I took a stab at the Portuguese Minute Repeater. Pics of a similar watch are below (not sure what the policy is on posting images of the actual) In addition, it will double nicely for the office. Now, I realize that the functionality of this watch is a lot of the draw. But, aside from the repeater functionality, I still think this is one of the most classic, interesting looking IWC reps out there. Simple, refined, and classic. Perfect for our black tie wedding. Very interested in your feedback and excited to be a part of the community. Should be be the first of many acquisitions. Have my eye on a BP next and very interested in the "frankenization" of these things. Uploaded with ImageShack.us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 You are off to a very good start...looks good to me...aside from the repeater functionally of course. congratulations Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlb4233 Posted October 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 Thanks Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texski Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Surely you must be speaking about some place in Texas ... the largest city in the US Congratulations in the pending nuptials! That is a nice watch, good lines. How about some more pictures? What's the size and does it have a crystal back? Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlb4233 Posted October 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Yep, Houston actually. No actually got a cheap (and now non-functioning) Portu rep in NYC. Even though it didn't last, at least it was an introduction to IWC. Glad to have found this site sice then. Thanks, looking forward to it. QC pictures should be over from Joshua soon. I'll be sure to post them once I get them. The watch is 43mm and has a crystal back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markylim Posted October 17, 2011 Report Share Posted October 17, 2011 hi all... nice watch. i am interested to get one IWC too. i am currently waiting for my rep Panerai from josh, should be arriving in singapore on friday or sat. can we exchange our takes on the watch when we receive it as i would really want to hear about the condition and difference from the original from an actual receiver of the IWC. its next in line for my collection. thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbjoer Posted October 17, 2011 Report Share Posted October 17, 2011 A similar rep has been around for quite some time. I am sure you have read the review already, but for others, here is a link: http://www.rwg.cc/topic/90362-iwc-minute-repeater/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolwatchdude Posted October 29, 2011 Report Share Posted October 29, 2011 great choice. you'll definitely get a lot of looks. i love the minute repeater but do not think i could ever pull it off. unless i had the money to back it up. lol. congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlb4233 Posted November 1, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2011 Just got back from a biz trip and had a nice package waiting Unfortunately I am headed out again for another trip but will post pics of my latest arrival asap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digger3 Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 hi There, Where is the best place to get a rep IWC watch from. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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