sander Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Does it get any better.... No, nothing beats a gen one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomhorn Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 (edited) Here's my v1 with ETA datewheels. Edited June 10, 2009 by tomhorn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest asim Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 once fully modded, this piece is nothing less than ueberdueper rep! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaijai Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 ok which one of you guys wants to sell me their watch?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve52 Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 I'm looking at buying the latest version. I usually buy from Joshua. Does anyone know if this is the version #3? http://www.jpc8118.com/iw02008-pilot-chron...bph-p-3066.html Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arminvanbuuren Posted June 18, 2009 Report Share Posted June 18, 2009 oh well i dont know but this is mine ey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
takashi Posted June 18, 2009 Report Share Posted June 18, 2009 Just an alternative opinion here... I agree that the 3717 is an excellent, if not one of the best, choice. If you settle for this watch then you would really get a versatile watch. The classic pilots that you see on this thread is indeed very close to the genuine article. However, please take note that AR modification and date/daywheel swap are considered the first 2 must-have modifications. However, if you crave for something different that will separate you from the lot, I couldn't help myself but to recommend you getting the ceramic case Top Gun 44mm edition. The watch is beefier but doesn't look big on the wrist at all. Not only that, this watch comes with excellent AR and correct day/datewheel. The only flaw I can see is the subdial ring on the gen has slightly greyish rim instead of flat black on the rep. This is very minimal in my opinion. So pick your choice. To me, I pick both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted June 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2009 Thanks for all of the input, I am on the cusp of buying one. Takashi, I now have to make a choice between two though Can I just confirm that this is the predecessor to the 'Ultimate'. The case looks shiny, and the datefont doesn't look correct....don't want to order the wrong one http://www.timeshops.net/IWC5389_-_IWC_CER...0_1907-3766.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
takashi Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 There are 3 makers of this watch. The one that you quote is the inferior product. Go for the 400USD model. That's the best on the market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arminvanbuuren Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 400? i thought they're close to 500 but meh.. yes i prefer the topgun ceramic.. eventho last time i heard this wont even be considered as a 'super rep' by the senior members here.. so i never really talk about it here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted June 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 There are 3 makers of this watch. The one that you quote is the inferior product. Go for the 400USD model. That's the best on the market. Cheers T! I think this is the one by the looks of it.... http://ptswiss.com/product_info.php?cPath=...3a3b11bfc943414 Currently in discussions for an order Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arminvanbuuren Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Cheers T! I think this is the one by the looks of it.... http://ptswiss.com/product_info.php?cPath=...3a3b11bfc943414 Currently in discussions for an order how much are they? i thought theyre in the 500 bux range Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
takashi Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 yes, pt has correct model. yes, the price is at low 400 shipped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 The TG is nice, but the cheeseball TOP GUN logo on the side of the case kills it for me Otherwise, that would be one I'd add to the collection as well... Cause I really like everything else about it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 The TG is nice, but the cheeseball TOP GUN logo on the side of the case kills it for me Otherwise, that would be one I'd add to the collection as well... Cause I really like everything else about it... Same for me...The Caseback is borderline but at least you don't see it when on the wrist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DVS Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kollektor Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Some pre-mod wristies.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 @DVS- GREAT comparo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest asim Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted July 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Some great 3717's on here! DVS - thanks for that comparison, the rep is actually very very close! The main thing I notice is like the difference between the UPO and the gen PO - the dial texture. However, I think Im right in syaing that Stephane varnished his and it came out looking very gen like! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest asim Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Yep Stephane did varnish that dial and made it look gen, I know because I own that watch now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dvn Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 I'm looking at buying the latest version. I usually buy from Joshua. Does anyone know if this is the version #3? http://www.jpc8118.com/iw02008-pilot-chron...bph-p-3066.html Thanks! yes it is V3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jawo Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 This is my V1 for comparison. It has a bunch of mods: - Zigmeister gen Swiss ETA 7750 installed - Zigmeister fully relumed hands and dial (Hour markers were removed and recreated with superluminova) - Zigmeiser ETA DW swap - Double AR from Chieftang - Custom strap from HKTan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolfire Posted July 5, 2009 Report Share Posted July 5, 2009 This is my V1 for comparison. It has a bunch of mods: - Zigmeister gen ETA installed - Zigmeister fully relumed hands and dial (Hour markers were removed and recreated with superluminova) - Zigmeiser DW ETA DW swap - Double AR from Chieftang - Custom strap from HKTan Perfect... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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