Any IWC Mark XVI reviews out there (or how do you like your Mark XVI)?

I currently have a Stowa Antea 365 and am looking to purchase a second watch (which turns it from one watch into a collection, I suppose) and am strongly considering getting a used Mark XVI. But, I can’t find a lot of good reviews out there. Maybe I’m just bad at googling and there are some lengthy reviews. But for people who own this watch, what do you think? I have 6.25″ wrists, so I think the XVIII will be too big for me because of the significantly longer lug-to-lug length. Anyone with…

Any IWC Mark XVI reviews out there (or how do you like your Mark XVI)?

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Aftermarket IWC bracelet doesn’t fit my older Spitfire Chronograph!?

I wanted to try a bracelet for my iw371702 and since it is an older model the original bracelet isn’t available new anymore (at least I couldn’t find one).

I therefore bought a non branded aftermarket one from China. These are typically for the petit prince but is

I was disappointed to see that it doesn’t fit!

It appears the lug holes are too far forward and so whilst the end sections do fit flush when held in place, when using spring bars fitment is very off.

Do I assume that the order…

Aftermarket IWC bracelet doesn’t fit my older Spitfire Chronograph!?

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Petit Prince and water?

Hi all.

I’m contemplating a Petit Prince Mark XVI Pilot, and I have a few questions about WR. During summer I spend a fair bit of time around water. Nothing too energetic – pool cleaning and gentle frolicking as old folks do.

I know the WR is a low rating – can it handle splashes and shallow immersions? I’m not free diving, but I don’t want to worry about it if I forget I have it on and get in the water.

Thoughts?

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