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That is one handsome piece. Based on the watch itself, that could easily be on a short list of my faves. I suspect, though, the MSRP will make it far less desirable when compared to other options.

I'm also disappointed that in redesigning the Spitfire, IWC got rid of the silver dials. I thought those were a great look.

Edit: I just noticed the 3878 has a flyback function. My suspicions about MSRP just got stronger.
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Love the that watch great pick, good luck getting it.
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INCOMING!!!!!!!!!!!! After talking to George this morning and hearing that he cannot discount IWC, not even one penny, I took a shot and called an AD that I have dealt with previously and he just got this watch in. Long story short, it will be on my wrist tomorrow :D

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Beautiful watch! I usually don't like arabics but on this one they just rock out wonderfully!
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That is one sweet looking chronograph. What's MSRP on it, if you don't mind my asking?
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JacksonStone wrote:
That is one sweet looking chronograph. What's MSRP on it, if you don't mind my asking?


$10,700. Yes it is over priced but what can ya do? It's still $2,000 cheaper than a 5001.

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$10,700. Yes it is over priced but what can ya do? It's still $2,000 cheaper than a 5001.

Actually, that's not as bad as I thought, although my the price I was imagining was for one on a bracelet, which would add a bit to the price, I'm sure. Still, that IWC has a flyback function and is in-house, isn't it?

Congrats.
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$10,700. Yes it is over priced but what can ya do? It's still $2,000 cheaper than a 5001.

Actually, that's not as bad as I thought, although my the price I was imagining was for one on a bracelet, which would add a bit to the price, I'm sure. Still, that IWC has a flyback function and is in-house, isn't it?

Congrats.


Thanks. Yea, Flyback and inhouse chrono. Not bad when you compare it to a 5001 but still pricey. We'll see tomorrow if it was worth the price but knowing how well IWC finishes their watches and how they fit on my wrist, I am fully expecting this one to be a knockout.

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$10,700. Yes it is over priced but what can ya do? It's still $2,000 cheaper than a 5001.

Actually, that's not as bad as I thought, although my the price I was imagining was for one on a bracelet, which would add a bit to the price, I'm sure. Still, that IWC has a flyback function and is in-house, isn't it?

Congrats.


Thanks. Yea, Flyback and inhouse chrono. Not bad when you compare it to a 5001 but still pricey. We'll see tomorrow if it was worth the price but knowing how well IWC finishes their watches and how they fit on my wrist, I am fully expecting this one to be a knockout.


I guess a big congratulations is in perfect place.

If so... Mr. Grenhall would like to congratulate you on your purchase. Mr. Grenhall is impressed with the build quality of IWC-watches.
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If so... Mr. Grenhall would like to congratulate you on your purchase. Mr. Grenhall is impressed with the build quality of IWC-watches.

Wait...did Archie sign up as Grenhall?
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Mr. Grenhall would like to congratulate you on your purchase. Mr. Grenhall is impressed with the build quality of IWC-watches.


That's hilarious, reminds me of the Seinfeld episode where George starts speaking in the 3rd person. George is getting ANGRY!!

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If so... Mr. Grenhall would like to congratulate you on your purchase. Mr. Grenhall is impressed with the build quality of IWC-watches.

Wait...did Archie sign up as Grenhall?


If he starts doing profanity laced youtube reviews of his luxury goods then we know that we have a ringer.

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mfserge wrote:
JacksonStone wrote:
grenhall wrote:
If so... Mr. Grenhall would like to congratulate you on your purchase. Mr. Grenhall is impressed with the build quality of IWC-watches.

Wait...did Archie sign up as Grenhall?


If he starts doing profanity laced youtube reviews of his luxury goods then we know that we have a ringer.


If 90% of his posts are a picture of an entry level patek that he may or may not have once owned, you might be on to something.

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...an entry level patek that he may or may not have once owned....

Oh, you mean the watch Jesus would wear?

(Archie, my question is, what microphone would Jesus use?)
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Good to see you were able to get it. Congrats and wear it in good health.

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