New to watches. IWC Strap and dial

[MichaelDouglas85]

I got this from trusty time. Was a bit annoying as there was the number "2" written on it in two places. I hate the strap. Any opinions on my dial? Does that need replacing also?

 

Where can I get a genuine strap...and dial if I do need one...

After I get this/these, how the heck do I fit it. Sorry, I am an office guy, no clue about anything mechanical.

 

Thanks,

 

Michael

[martijnp]

Welcome to RWG. 

 

Genuine straps can be very expensive, I've got a gen IWC strap from a local IWC AD and I paid almost 300 euro (approximately 400 usd). There are also other strap makers who can make great straps, guys like Donerix for example

[netniet]

Welcome,

 

For a new strap I would suggest Peter Watchacc, he makes very nice and good quality straps for IWC watches. You can contact him via FB.

[markiemark]

Welcome to RWG. 

 

Genuine straps can be very expensive, I've got a gen IWC strap from a local IWC AD and I paid almost 300 euro (approximately 400 usd). There are also other strap makers who can make great straps, guys like Donerix for example

Gen Big Pilot straps are even more expensive. I'd go for Peter Watchacc or Orloff (he's a member here).

 

http://s831.photobucket.com/user/orloff1812/library/ORLOFF%20STRAPS/IWC%20STRAPS?sort=3&page=1

[MichaelDouglas85]

Welcome to RWG. 

 

Genuine straps can be very expensive, I've got a gen IWC strap from a local IWC AD and I paid almost 300 euro (approximately 400 usd). There are also other strap makers who can make great straps, guys like Donerix for example

Sorry, who is donerix. There are two members with that name.

 

Thanks,

 

M

[Nightwatch]

Hi You´ll need a cheap spring bar tool (Amazon/ Ebay) and look up a video on Youtube. For other strap options take a look at Panatime or strapped for time (and a 1000 others). Individual strap makers will offer exclusive leathers and designs but with waiting time and at a cost (but much more value for money than the gen imo)

[GenTLe]

Welcome to RWG. 

 

Genuine straps can be very expensive, I've got a gen IWC strap from a local IWC AD and I paid almost 300 euro (approximately 400 usd).

 

Wow... Nearly the price of a Gen Laco...

[Rosco350]

You can find them on eBay for around $200 usually.

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[Paneriwc321]

Welcome to RWG. 

 

Genuine straps can be very expensive, I've got a gen IWC strap from a local IWC AD and I paid almost 300 euro (approximately 400 usd). There are also other strap makers who can make great straps, guys like Donerix for example

 

I agree. If you want to get a truly genuine strap, then go for the AD. I got a genuine BP Ref. 5004 Crocodile Strap from an AD, but actually paid 700 Euros (!!!!) for it... in retrospect I should have gone to the Netherlands and get two for that price

[Prancuzas]

As for dial - You can hunt for genuine one (few on chrono24 and few appear here from time to time on members to members sale sections).

[GenTLe]

I got this from trusty time. Was a bit annoying as there was the number "2" written on it in two places. I hate the strap. Any opinions on my dial? Does that need replacing also?

 

 

Sorry mate, but what do you mean with this thing of the nr. 2 written on it in two places?

This is a gen and looks totally similar to your one:

http://www.chrono24.com/iwc/big-pilot-iw5002-7-days-power-reserve-w-box--paper--id2865089.htm?dosearch=true&picnum=0&query=IWC+Big+Pilot+7+days+power+reserve&resultview=list&searchexplain=1&suchen=Cerca&tab=pics&urlSubpath=%2Fsearch%2Findex.htm

 

 

[themeditator]

Hi,

 

Can someone please give me the website to Peter so I can get a strap from him?

 

Thanks