ryaku Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Hi All, I have almost completed my fanken Iwc Mark XVI and I wanted to share with you some pics just to show the differences between the gen dial and the rep dial. Rep dial is, in all honesty, surprisingly good. There are differences of course but the quality of the rep dial is amazing. If you look close you can see a more pronounced 3D effect in the gen dial due to larger and taller markers. Lume is average also in the gen dial (IWC ...wake up!! such expensive watches must have a way better lume!!) I'll let the pics do the talking. Gen dial is the one with hands..., it's the dial on the left if no dial has hands in the picture. Thanks for reading Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryaku Posted August 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Almost forgot, a big thanks to my irish friend who helped me to get the watch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boneventura Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Wow looks great buddy! So what was the mod needed on the bracelet? And how about a wristie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Nice to see both dials side by side. Thanks for taking the time to share. great rep nonetheless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougar1 Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Excellent ryaku, great work, there is a noticeable difference in the numbers effect on the gen dial vs rep, but as you say, the rep is fairly good also. Excellent work with the bracelet also, fits great. This watch is definitely a keeper! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Great work mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cromag Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Thanks for sharing ryaku! Is it just me or us the gen 6pm marker off center with the 30? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyyammine Posted August 2, 2012 Report Share Posted August 2, 2012 Really nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryaku Posted August 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2012 Thanks for sharing ryaku! Is it just me or us the gen 6pm marker off center with the 30? It's the light and the fact that the marker is quite tall...it looks off center in pics and in the flesh too depending on the light inclination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryaku Posted August 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2012 Great work mate Thanks buddy, you helped me a lot as usual also for this project. Nice to see both dials side by side. Thanks for taking the time to share. great rep nonetheless Agreed, it's a great rep out of the box. Wow looks great buddy! So what was the mod needed on the bracelet? And how about a wristie! I'll upload a wrist shot soon Really nice Thanks What I like in this watch is the weight and the size: I'm not a fan of big watches at all and the Mark XVI fits perfectly my taste and wrist. I forgot to thank hacra who sourced the dial. Great guy to deal with, too bad he has not much spare time at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryaku Posted August 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2012 wrist shot as requested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted August 2, 2012 Report Share Posted August 2, 2012 Wow!! Great looking watch! The difference in the rep dial vs gen dial is subtle in some shots, but there is a definite difference. That gen dial is just gorgeous! Love that watch on the bracelet too!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryaku Posted August 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 Thanks red, the watch sits very low on the wrist and it's very light. With its 39mm diameter It is probably the most comfortable watch I have ever had. I love the bracelet too, it fits like a glove. The Spitfire pilot chrono dial is even more beautiful imho but I was looking for a non chrono model < 42mm hence the decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolexman Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Sweet looking watch. I will be hooking you up with some blue double sided AR soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryaku Posted August 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I'll count on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adeodatus Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Thanks red, the watch sits very low on the wrist and it's very light. With its 39mm diameter It is probably the most comfortable watch I have ever had. I love the bracelet too, it fits like a glove. The Spitfire pilot chrono dial is even more beautiful imho but I was looking for a non chrono model < 42mm hence the decision. Definitely one of the most comfortable watches out there. I have it on a croc strap, which is even lighter. Love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kutio Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Thanks for the photos mate! I've always been drawn the spitfire styling. Even having the chrono version I still think the XVI version has enough differences to make it it's own category. I've never seen a wristy on bracelet though, and I have to say, it look absolutely fantastic. Makes the watch looks 1 size larger precense on the wrist without actually being larger - if you know what I mean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cromag Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Definitely one of the most comfortable watches out there. I have it on a croc strap, which is even lighter. Love it. +10 I just got one and it feel light and solid. Very comfortable watch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novum Posted October 19, 2012 Report Share Posted October 19, 2012 If you don't mind me asking: Where did you get the gen dial and how much was the process all in all? Great rep by the way! Greetings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryaku Posted October 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2012 Hi Novum, no problem, I got the gen dial from Hacra, he was a very active member here and on RepGeek as well, not anymore these days though. I paid the dial 160€ if I remember right. Also the spare bracelet wasn't that cheap...70usd roughly but for me it's an essential improvement 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novum Posted October 21, 2012 Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 Hi Novum, no problem, I got the gen dial from Hacra, he was a very active member here and on RepGeek as well, not anymore these days though. I paid the dial 160€ if I remember right. Also the spare bracelet wasn't that cheap...70usd roughly but for me it's an essential improvement Nice! I really like your watch. Greetings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HartDoc Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 I have the gen, I wonder if a rep bracelet would work on a gen. I really not feeling $1500 + for a bracelet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machete Posted December 25, 2012 Report Share Posted December 25, 2012 Hello there Ryaku, I was wondering if you were kind enough to share with me Hacra's contact? I've just purchased an IWC Mark XVI, and looking to improve it. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryaku Posted December 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 25, 2012 Hi machete, to be honest I was in touch with Hacra through the pm message system on Repgeek I have no email to share with you, I am sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bardamu Posted December 26, 2012 Report Share Posted December 26, 2012 Very interesting to see side by side rep and gen dials. On rep, digits are biger than on the gen. But... do we have now updated rep dials ? Because after looking this post, I had a look at my own rep (bought January 2012 from Josh). And the digits look like your gen dial. When I look back at your pictures side by side, I see that "5" and "7" digits and marker at 6 almost touch the central part of the dial on the rep. But on the gen, there is a distance. And I have the same distance on my rep. Other point : on your picture digits seem to be thicker on the rep. But on my rep, they look exactly like on your gen. So, I think that your rep dial is probably an older production than mine, and they improved it. Otherwise, I confirm this watch is beautigul and very comfortable. Pity that the movement failed ! It stopped after few monthes (and I was not wearing it every day) and I have to repair it now. Paul Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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