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Lake Tahoe 41mm pilot – seeking input….

So I am growing very interested in this – am I crazy? Could this really be my daily wearer? That white ceramic is gorgeous, but will it grow old over time, like a flash in the pan? and won't the white rubber strap get dirty? Any input???

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OEM IWC Leather Strap Versus Custom Chromexcel

Hi All,
Would love your opinion on my decision here. I want to add a brown leather strap to my Pilot Chrono 41 (black dial) and trying to decide between going OEM or buying a custom strap from StrapTailor.
Having the EasyXChange would be nice but not s…

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Some Input on Service Results?

I'd like some realistic input on my Aquatimer's recent service. Last year I picked up an Aquatimer Sharks Edition, one of my grail watches. It was keeping wild time so sent it in for service. They did a complete service, which includes polish…

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IWC Mark XX Review (Buying Guide): Specs, Price, and Is It Worth It?

The IWC Mark XX (Ref. IW328201) is a 40mm automatic pilot’s watch that stands among the best everyday luxury tool […]

The post IWC Mark XX Review (Buying Guide): Specs, Price, and Is It Worth It? appeared first on Bob’s Watches.

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Mark XX incoming – My first IWC

Hi there.

Last week I picked up my first IWC, the blue Mark XX on bracelet (IW328204). I bought it pre-owned, it was first sold in 2025. If not mint condition, then as close as it gets.

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Bracelet sizing on pilot chrono 41

Hi All,
Just picked up a new Pilot Chrono 41 on bracelet. What an awesome piece! I’m finding however, that I’m in between links on the bracelet. Take one out and I have to cinch the micro adjust down all the way and it’s just a tad too loose. Add a lin…

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My first IWC arrived yesterday

I have been lusting after the Mark XX for a long time. I finally decided to sell a few watches that I rarely wore to fund this one.

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IWC SERVICING NIGHTMARE (WOS Repair Centre))

My IWC Watch Was ruined by This Shop : Watches Of Switzerland Repair Centre – Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur – Bangsar Village.

Sent my IWC for chronograph repair, received back a ruined watch – AVOID THIS SHOP

I am writing this review to warn fellow watc…

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Official IWC Portofino pictures thread!!

This is the place to share pictures of the elegant watches from IWC Portofino line.

At the moment I haven't made any Portofino pics yet, so let me see what you guys have

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IWC Pilot Chronograph XOXOXO Beauty, but is it real???

Hi everyone,

I recently purchased an IW377719 from a seller in the watch community and I've seen people ask here before and get reliable opinions, so I would love 😍 any feedback on its authenticity

The watch did not come with the original box o…

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