beanyboy Posted January 16, 2007 Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 I have always thought the IWC Big Pilot watch was very cool. I just saw a movie about German luftwaffe pilots and they all had the watch on and it looks totally awesome. A watch with a real presence. So I just started looking at the board and looking at some of the sites and dealers that sell that watch, and they seem surprisingly cheap. In fact, the lovely Ms. King is willing to sell me one for $95 delivered because she said she would honor her Christmas sale offer. SO what am I missing here? I know it's gonna have an Asian movement, which doesn't bother me. I know it's probably gonna have a crappy strap that I'll have to replace. But why so cheap? Finally, to the extent somebody reading this has an opinion as to which dealer sells the best version, I'd love to know about it, including finding one that has an Eta movement in it if such a version exists. Thanks to all. Beany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thor Posted January 16, 2007 Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 Actually there isn't a really good version on the market the dial is a dead giveaway... check the pics below... BTW: There had been several companies who produced the Big Pilot or "Beobachtungsuhr" maybe you should also check out Ebay for a nice one too... GEN: FAKE: I would suggest also the Steinhart Pilot watches to you (gold, SS or PVD): Click here for Steinhart HP for more pics: Click here Archimede: And here a few Ebay Links: Link 1 Link 2 Link 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beanyboy Posted January 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2007 Thanks Thor! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted January 17, 2007 Report Share Posted January 17, 2007 There is no good Big Pilot rep today. Now, will there be one? I bet there will. I'm thinking we'll have a good rep of this very, very soon. Just a guess, like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmachen Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 Hey Thor, I really like that Steinhart chrono, but i cant find it on the steinhart site. Do you know where i can find it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eunomians Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 I'd buy a BP rep in a second if it was 'correct'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uziuzi Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 I'd buy a BP rep in a second if it was 'correct'. What ? It would take you an entire second ? Sooooooooo slllllloooooowwwwww......LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uziuzi Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 There is no good Big Pilot rep today. Now, will there be one? I bet there will. I'm thinking we'll have a good rep of this very, very soon. Just a guess, like. I hope this is not just a guess but that you actually have some info...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadog13 Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 I hope this is not just a guess but that you actually have some info...... i belive that rep factories are aware of the BP and of the success that rep could have...the main probl for them could be the movement for the watch... so we are patiently waiting.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uziuzi Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 i belive that rep factories are aware of the BP and of the success that rep could have...the main probl for them could be the movement for the watch... so we are patiently waiting.... i know...and i doubt they will be able to create a movement with the datwheel so far outside and a working reserve indicator...as much as the factories have made improvements in working with different materials (ceramic see HBB) if they could would improve their movement skills that much, they might as well start a genuine brand... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eunomians Posted April 24, 2007 Report Share Posted April 24, 2007 I have not lost hope for a good BP. I hope the rep makers are ready to make an announcement! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 I am willing to bet they will figure it out. There are a hell of a lot of Asian movement to choose from when picking the base. The question is which manufacturer distributor will have the nerve to order the required 1,000 minimum for a customized movement. It is too big a profit opportunity and it is a whole new world out there. The question is how long will the movement work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 Big Pilots are indeed gorgeous watches... But if there was ever one watch that I was absolutely in love with, I'd say it has to be this vintage 1932 Pilot that Wadan has... Wadan's vintage Pilot... Some of his pics... This watch has haunted my dreams since seeing it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 Yes, that is a stunning pilot watch Ubi. I also like the Omega variant that Euno has Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beanyboy Posted April 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 Amazing. Beanyboy is still waiting for the nice big P, but may compromise his standards and buy a cheapie anyway. Thanks for the infor update. Yes, that is a stunning pilot watch Ubi. I also like the Omega variant that Euno has Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a german in denmark Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 Hey Thor, I really like that Steinhart chrono, but i cant find it on the steinhart site. Do you know where i can find it? WACCEX, same place you find BOB Straps, has some: http://www.waccex.de/catalog/index.php?cPath=218 Cheers.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beanyboy Posted May 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2007 I saw a gen Big Pilot at a local watch shop that really nice. If one of my clients doesn't stiff me, and if the shop owner comes down in price some, then I will own my first genuine IWC. And, for those experienced RWGers who said the fake doesn't have the presence of the gen, you couldn't have been more correct. Thanks again for your input on this thread. Beany Amazing. Beanyboy is still waiting for the nice big P, but may compromise his standards and buy a cheapie anyway. Thanks for the infor update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazarini Posted May 15, 2007 Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 Just came back friday from a buisness realted trip to Munich , before boarding the plane to Vienna i was in a watch store on the airport ... coud not resist the temptation of trying some watches so i tried the 39mm plot and found it nice but small for my wrist after that one put on the big pilot waaaaaaw ... i just stood there with amazement and did not say a word ... the store assistant probabaly thought something is wrong with me hehehe ... Love it , cant afford it please make a decent rep ... hallo anyone out there ... make rep of big pilot ... now ... hallo ehhhhhhh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TTK Posted May 15, 2007 Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 Actually I quite like this rep of a 1931 BP...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deltatahoe Posted May 15, 2007 Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 @ttk, is that a vampire watch? it has a fang!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TTK Posted May 16, 2007 Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 ....Same as original.....has an inner rotating countdown bezel......! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beanyboy Posted May 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 So do I! Could you please PM me with details? Thanks! Beany Actually I quite like this rep of a 1931 BP...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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