IWC Porsche Design IW3702

[Ruggs]

Hey guys. I'm looking at a IW3702 from 1982. Here's the listing: https://www.chrono24.com/iwc/iwc-porsch ... 553354.htm

It would be my first real 'vintage' piece, just wondering if anyone here has any words of wisdom for a first timer.

The movement is an IWC adaptation of a Valjoux 7750 (IWC 790) which I think should be serviceable, but please let me know if I'm off base there.

The original watch has a water resistance of 6atm... with new gaskets and a pressure test can I expect that to still be the case? I wouldn't go swimming with it but between kids/dishes/life my hands usually get wet several times a day.

Thanks!

[Wario406]

Hey guys. I'm looking at a IW3702 from 1982. Here's the listing: https://www.chrono24.com/iwc/iwc-porsch ... 553354.htm

It would be my first real 'vintage' piece, just wondering if anyone here has any words of wisdom for a first timer.

The movement is an IWC adaptation of a Valjoux 7750 (IWC 790) which I think should be serviceable, but please let me know if I'm off base there.

The original watch has a water resistance of 6atm... with new gaskets and a pressure test can I expect that to still be the case? I wouldn't go swimming with it but between kids/dishes/life my hands usually get wet several times a day.

Thanks!

I suggest that you introduce yourself to the group before you start asking for input.

[Ruggs]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

[Chocodove]

Lol

[hoppyjr]

Hey guys. I'm looking at a IW3702 from 1982. Here's the listing: https://www.chrono24.com/iwc/iwc-porsch ... 553354.htm

It would be my first real 'vintage' piece, just wondering if anyone here has any words of wisdom for a first timer.

The movement is an IWC adaptation of a Valjoux 7750 (IWC 790) which I think should be serviceable, but please let me know if I'm off base there.

The original watch has a water resistance of 6atm... with new gaskets and a pressure test can I expect that to still be the case? I wouldn't go swimming with it but between kids/dishes/life my hands usually get wet several times a day.

Thanks!

I suggest that you introduce yourself to the group before you start asking for input.

You really need to settle down dude.

[hoppyjr]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

Hey Andrew, welcome!


At least Mike didn’t post another fucking meme.

[demer03]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

Hey Andrew, welcome!


At least Mike didn’t post another fucking meme.

Wait, what?? Still stinging over a lack of chest hair??

[demer03]

…the fact that this is being seen as “vintage” hurts my soul

[hoppyjr]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

Hey Andrew, welcome!


At least Mike didn’t post another fucking meme.

Wait, what?? Still stinging over a lack of chest hair??

Not you bud, the other Mike.

Your chest hair pic had me totally jealous.

[TSD]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

That watch is a total safe queen, and they list IWC service papers from 1989, so the oils will be totally dried out. You should anticipate that it needs an entire movement service, crown gasket, pusher gaskets, and caseback gasket, which are all hopefully standard sizes (unless you plan to send to IWC).

Maybe ask the seller to confirm they do not service or replace the gaskets, since that isn't going to be cheap (even if its a 7750).

[Ruggs]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

That watch is a total safe queen, and they list IWC service papers from 1989, so the oils will be totally dried out. You should anticipate that it needs an entire movement service, crown gasket, pusher gaskets, and caseback gasket, which are all hopefully standard sizes (unless you plan to send to IWC).

Maybe ask the seller to confirm they do not service or replace the gaskets, since that isn't going to be cheap (even if its a 7750).

Good info, thanks

[Ruggs]

…the fact that this is being seen as “vintage” hurts my soul

Haha, I was born in 82… and I definitely have some parts that are starting to feel vintage

[Ruggs]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

Hey Andrew, welcome!


At least Mike didn’t post another fucking meme.

Thanks Ed, glad to be here . Also, I just found the Everest rubber strap for your exp II. Guess I forgot to send it. I’ll get it shipped out to you today or tomorrow.

[Wario406]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

Sorry Andrew - I clicked on your profile and it came up with zero posts…

I was a just trying to keep Hoppy safe ;-)

[Chocodove]

Not gonna lie...it's a lot of memes (though actually they are Gifs).

[BBK357]

So member from 2021 is demanding an intro from member from 2016?


Getting vibes of Canadian Don Falcon4311

[River Rat]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

That watch is a total safe queen, and they list IWC service papers from 1989, so the oils will be totally dried out. You should anticipate that it needs an entire movement service, crown gasket, pusher gaskets, and caseback gasket, which are all hopefully standard sizes (unless you plan to send to IWC).

Maybe ask the seller to confirm they do not service or replace the gaskets, since that isn't going to be cheap (even if its a 7750).

There is a possibility it was serviced saw this in the ad. But I would ask if it was serviced, and all gaskets replaced. I always factor in a service on any vintage watch I buy just in case the seller the seller lied about the service. most of the time they were serviced when told they were. Good luck on your first vintage watch.

(We give this watch 1 year warranty.

Our certified second-hand watches are revised by our watchmakers before being put back on sale, or restored in the case of rare antique pieces.
All our watches are checked for authenticity and quality.
With our in-house watchmaking studio, we perform all repairs professionally and cost-effectively)

[dnslater]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

Sorry Andrew - I clicked on your profile and it came up with zero posts…

I was a just trying to keep Hoppy safe ;-)

Woa their bud. Maybe pop in and do an intro posts before you start using nicknames and throwing around gifs.

[Wario406]

Sure bud. Hi, I’m Andrew. I’ve been here since 2016.

Sorry Andrew - I clicked on your profile and it came up with zero posts…

I was a just trying to keep Hoppy safe ;-)

Woa their bud. Maybe pop in and do an intro posts before you start using nicknames and throwing around gifs.

Duly noted. My name is Mike. I can’t believe how great Ive been treated here for almost the last two years. I’ve made a few posts, made some really good friends, have learned a ton, got some killer deals, and have learned how to take some fun pictures. I also “may” have rubbed some people the wrong way and I apologize for that. I’d also like to sincerely apologize to Andrew and everyone for my wrongful ask for an intro - I honestly searched his profile and my iPad spun forever and came back saying no posts :-(.

Lastly, I’d like to apologize for my meme problem - gimme a chance, I’m working on it.

[Ruggs]

All good Mike! If you post your full browser history here I’m sure somebody can help you troubleshoot that ipad

[hoppyjr]

All good Mike! If you post your full browser history here I’m sure somebody can help you troubleshoot that ipad

Do Ben & Terry still do those cam shows?

[BacoNoir]

All good Mike! If you post your full browser history here I’m sure somebody can help you troubleshoot that ipad

Epic. That reminds me, now that we’re retired from corporate life and sharing a computer for our side business, I need to stop using “incognito” searches so my wife gets more sex toy advertisements when she’s on the computer. Maybe the subliminal messaging will get through to her.