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IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by el presidente » Wed Dec 19, 2012 12:54 am

Im very close to pulling the trigger on a brand new one:) This is gonna be the last watch for me, so if you guys could provide me with some thoughts and pics i would be very grateful:)

Thanks:)


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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by snootydog » Wed Dec 19, 2012 2:29 am

"The last watch" :roll: .........we all say that,or has Silje told you :lol:
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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by belligero » Wed Dec 19, 2012 2:41 am

What makes you want a 3717 when you already have a nice Speedy?
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Post by el presidente » Wed Dec 19, 2012 3:00 am

belligero wrote:What makes you want a 3717 when you already have a nice Speedy?
It looks so damn good Ryan!:)


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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by dukerules » Wed Dec 19, 2012 3:59 am

No pics for you Roar, but you've been talking about getting a 3717 for a looong time. I love it, for whatever that's worth. As you said, it's just a fantastic looking watch.

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Post by rockmastermike » Wed Dec 19, 2012 4:41 am

Love the shimmy inside and yes it looks great. I owned both the speedy and 3717 at the same time and they got along great - there is enough difference at least for me.

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Post by moishlashen » Wed Dec 19, 2012 4:54 am

I think you should go the MM300 route personally.
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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by el presidente » Wed Dec 19, 2012 5:12 am

snootydog wrote:"The last watch" :roll: .........we all say that,or has Silje told you :lol:
Hehe, its actually me speaking Andy:) other plans than watches for the new year.


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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by craniotes » Wed Dec 19, 2012 6:19 am

The 3717 is a good, honest watch with classic IWC pilot design cues, terrific legibility and a proven engine under the hood. As with most IWC Pilot's watches, it's also antimagnetic, secured against sudden pressure drops and water-resistant to 60M -- this is a watch that's meant to be worn. Yes, it's true that IWC no longer modifies the 7750 in house, however their changes are carried out by ETA and remain exclusive to IWC.

It also happens to take quite well to strap changes.

I say go for it.

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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by matt.wu » Wed Dec 19, 2012 6:43 am

I've always wanted one... but why new?
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Post by jimyritz » Wed Dec 19, 2012 6:53 am

Solid watch Roar; I should have never sold mine...

I found in to sit flat on my wrist--comfortable watch...

Just a "classic pilot" watch :thumbsup:

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Post by deepcdvr » Wed Dec 19, 2012 7:17 am

BAD ASS!

Do it, brother. We need to hook up again next time I'm in Europe so I can check it out :cheers:

You're getting the bracelet as well, right?
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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by el presidente » Wed Dec 19, 2012 7:43 am

deepcdvr wrote:BAD ASS!

Do it, brother. We need to hook up again next time I'm in Europe so I can check it out :cheers:

You're getting the bracelet as well, right?
Just say when, lots of saved up days from work i need to use up:)
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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by el presidente » Wed Dec 19, 2012 7:49 am

matt.wu wrote:I've always wanted one... but why new?
Its my last watch Matt, so this is gonna be a keeper:) Just want a new one thats all.




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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by matt.wu » Wed Dec 19, 2012 7:59 am

el presidente wrote:
matt.wu wrote:I've always wanted one... but why new?
Its my last watch Matt, so this is gonna be a keeper:) Just want a new one thats all.




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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by FlyPenFly » Wed Dec 19, 2012 8:05 am

It's one of my favorite watches ever but I don't think it's special enough to be a last watch.

Maybe a Laureus or a Doppel version of the 3717? Or even a Doppel 3706.

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Post by suddha » Wed Dec 19, 2012 8:52 am

It's a great watch. It is one of the most eye-pleasing and visually interesting watches out there. As Adam said, it takes strap changes well. Well-built and rugged, it can dress up pretty well too. The only reason I parted with mine was because I'm more of a diver than a pilot and found I always reached for my dive watch(es) over the 3717. Hence the trade for a Panerai. :grin:

Having said all this, next time I go for a chronograph, it's gonna be a Speedmaster Pro (again).
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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by AtomicTom » Wed Dec 19, 2012 9:45 am

Sounds like a great idea Roar ! :) I hope you pick one up. Here is a
video to get a closer look at this one for you...


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Re: IWC 3717 anyone?

Post by Kustoms4ever » Wed Dec 19, 2012 1:24 pm

el presidente wrote:Im very close to pulling the trigger on a brand new one:) This is gonna be the last watch for me, so if you guys could provide me with some thoughts and pics i would be very grateful:)

Thanks:)


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