Antonio Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 Had a chance to do some formal portraits of the new Big Pilot. It's a beautiful piece. I can't stop looking at it! And it's wonderful to photograph, as well. Hardest thing was talking myself into taking it off my wrist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hoopty Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 Congrats, now I am counting the days to get mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted September 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2008 Had a chance to do some formal portraits of the new Big Pilot. It's a beautiful piece. I can't stop looking at it! And it's wonderful to photograph, as well. Hardest thing was talking myself into taking it off my wrist. Same here A ...she is a looker fo sure !! .. I am ordering another custom strap for the deployment buckle .. I need to get it exactly correct to my wrist.. so I'm not rushing it It definately is a Manly looking timepiece.. Live Strong and Wear it Well !!!! Aloha~Cheers Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t Posted September 6, 2008 Report Share Posted September 6, 2008 most of the 5002 version with fish crown are defect... the crowns are defect. IWC change this crowns with a "probus scafusia" crown after the first service... they don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted September 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2008 most of the 5002 version with fish crown are defect... the crowns are defect. IWC change this crowns with a "probus scafusia" crown after the first service... they don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976 Posted September 6, 2008 Report Share Posted September 6, 2008 I cant stand it with the BP anymore,i must have one on my wrist. Lani thank you for your wonderful review and pics. Best Regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hilts Posted September 8, 2008 Report Share Posted September 8, 2008 Wow- I've been out of circulation for a while - nothing was really capturing my interest since the 06 CD and the Slevin - but this has me back in the game! As the wearer of a gen BP, I'm keen to get my hands on one of these as a weekend "hacker" to keep the good watch in tip top shape. (something I've done before eg SeaDweller). When (not if) I jump for one of these I'll try to get some comparison shots done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fido Posted September 12, 2008 Report Share Posted September 12, 2008 Mine was caught by customs (first time for me after more than 50 reps) this is a sad, sad day , they're request a invoice in order to free the package what to do now?? this is my worst day ever !!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted September 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2008 Mine was caught by customs (first time for me after more than 50 reps) this is a sad, sad day , they're request a invoice in order to free the package what to do now?? this is my worst day ever !!!! Do not reply !!!! do nothing.. they will send it back to it's point of origin in 30 day's and your dealer will replace it..it's not a matter of "will he?".. I'm sure he will..sorry for your loss.. I can empathize..!! did it say ... "no invoice" in the letter.. and chances are it went to SFO.. not LAX ?? Edit add:.. sorry I looked at your time zone and it does not appear to be in the USA>> U may want to consider another address.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fido Posted September 12, 2008 Report Share Posted September 12, 2008 No actually they said that the package exceed the value and they need the invoice to check the right price and quote the corrt tax to import the good, so they must think is a GEN but if a tell them "is a 200 usd watch" from china they`ll knew right away is a fake and confiscate it well i guess is just a question of waiting now, thanks lani for your kind words = ) Do not reply !!!! do nothing.. they will send it back to it's point of origin in 30 day's and your dealer will replace it..it's not a matter of "will he?".. I'm sure he will..sorry for your loss.. I can empathize..!! did it say ... "no invoice" in the letter.. and chances are it went to SFO.. not LAX ?? Edit add:.. sorry I looked at your time zone and it does not appear to be in the USA>> U may want to consider another address.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted September 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2008 No actually they said that the package exceed the value and they need the invoice to check the right price and quote the corrt tax to import the good, so they must think is a GEN but if a tell them "is a 200 usd watch" from china they`ll knew right away is a fake and confiscate it well i guess is just a question of waiting now, thanks lani for your kind words = ) Yes.. same thing different words.. they want to charge the "Duty" .. or they are "baiting" you to respond.. jus inform your dealer ASAP !!. scan and send a copy of the letter.. but wahtever U do do not contact them at ALL!! even to question ... If asked... deny any involvement.. that's the "game" and yes you cannot tell them it's a rep.. they know what they are doing .. so sorry to say you have to let this one go and wait until your dealer sends out another.. the good news is you will get your watch.. but the stess is aweful !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manus Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 Does someone already know which movement they are using? Will it be reliable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted October 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Does someone already know which movement they are using? Will it be reliable? It is an Asian auto movement.. I have had mine running continuously for a couple of months now .. it has been keeping excellent time and has needed no regulation.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fido Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Yes.. same thing different words.. they want to charge the "Duty" .. or they are "baiting" you to respond.. jus inform your dealer ASAP !!. scan and send a copy of the letter.. but wahtever U do do not contact them at ALL!! even to question ... If asked... deny any involvement.. that's the "game" and yes you cannot tell them it's a rep.. they know what they are doing .. so sorry to say you have to let this one go and wait until your dealer sends out another.. the good news is you will get your watch.. but the stess is aweful !! after 1 an a half month reteined in customs, finally my BP arrived yesterday!!!!!!!! customs fined me for "try to income a hidden merchandaise" jajajajajaja (as josh put it inside of a toy) 50 us fine and the watch was delivered the watch is just great!!!!!! i really think is in the super rep range but way low priced, good quality for price, thanks again lani for your advices and also josh for support all the way through regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
condemore Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 Terrific review, Mr. Lanikai. You have sold me in a watch I hadn't gaven it any attention so far. Excellent pictures and "feelings" well explained. I'm going to look at the 5004 in detail also to see if I like more. Thanks again for this and other reviews. Regards Condemore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piratedzeus Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 2-3 months for the Big Pilot V1 5004. BTW: THANKS LANIKAI! AWESOME WORK (again...again... and again) ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted November 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 2-3 months for the Big Pilot V1 5004. BTW: THANKS LANIKAI! AWESOME WORK (again...again... and again) ! Awesome PZ !!.. gives us time to order mo straps.. thank you ! for alway's keeping us updated on the upcoming releases !! .. that will make the Pilot collection "almost" complete.. thanks for the kind words.. Aloha~! Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad1980 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Thank Lanikai! I'm ordering mine right now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Thank Lanikai! I'm ordering mine right now! You must post pics of your aquisition .. it's mandatory ya know .. Good luck V.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad1980 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 ^ Will do! Thank you for your instant PM's. I've been looking for a nice watch to wear with the suit and after reading up on Breitlings, they seems to be too bling bling for me at the moment so I decided to go with something more classy, and IWC had to be it. Plus Tom Brokaw has one! Also, how long will it take to get it shipped in US. Where does Joshua ship them from? I already can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 ^ Will do! Thank you for your instant PM's. I've been looking for a nice watch to wear with the suit and after reading up on Breitlings, they seems to be too bling bling for me at the moment so I decided to go with something more classy, and IWC had to be it. Plus Tom Brokaw has one! Also, how long will it take to get it shipped in US. Where does Joshua ship them from? I already can't wait. It takes about 3 day's after you get a tracking number for it to leave China... you can track it on USPS.. as soon as it is posted.. it will take 3 to 4 day's after it is posted (it won't post right away, even if you have the number) to arrive .. don't be alarmed when it enters customs.. it will post >> "Handed to customs" jus a formality .. so don't stress.. everything coming from overseas has to pass through customs.. but you will get your baby .. the first 50 reps alway's stresses you out.. (joking) Welcome to this Glorious obsession.. if you stop at jus one.. you will be the First !! Live Strong and Wear it Well Aloha~Cheers R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad1980 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Now whats the best reply if people ask you if it's real, because from what I recall the watch goes for around 10K. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Now whats the best reply if people ask you if it's real, because from what I recall the watch goes for around 10K. Read this... http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showtopic=85372 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piratedzeus Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?s=&...st&p=555718 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eunomians Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Looking forward to a nice 5004. It will look great next to my 5002 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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