Phantomtech 4 Posted May 15, 2016 (edited) Hi all; I finally got around to photographing and reviewing this watch... Here is the awesome 5001 by ZF factory v2, I sent the crystal to the Prof to apply his famous coat and the result is tremendous! Takes this already awesome watch to an astonishing new level of beauty! I paired it with a gen Santoni chocolate strap and the combo is a perfect match. It dresses the watch down just enough so I can wear it every day in most settings. I also had Jacob from Spain make me one of his famous straps with curved ends and I use that when I need to dress the watch up. I use straight springbars with the curved ends and that makes the strap fit flush with the case, just like the newer 5007. Overall, this is one of my favorite reps and it currently gets the most wrist time, I find myself many times throughout the day just staring at the beautiful dial! Anyway, enjoy the photos! On the gen Santoni: On the black Alligator strap from Jacobstraps: Edited May 16, 2016 by Phantomtech Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted May 15, 2016 That is beautiful I can see why you end up staring at it. Enjoy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAJ75 922 Posted May 15, 2016 That is absolutely stunning, it looks wonderful on the chocolate strap. I have always favoured the white/gold dial, but yours makes me wonder?? (future purchase undecided)........... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rush 0 Posted May 15, 2016 That is beautiful. I love the movement on the watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phantomtech 4 Posted May 16, 2016 That is absolutely stunning, it looks wonderful on the chocolate strap. I have always favoured the white/gold dial, but yours makes me wonder?? (future purchase undecided)........... My first purchase was the white/gold dial since like you I also favored it. I then saw the gen black dial at the IWC boutique and was blown away. So now I have both. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cleebeauregard 2 Posted May 16, 2016 Where did you find the chocolate Santoni, if I may ask? I've never seen one in this color before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phantomtech 4 Posted May 16, 2016 Where did you find the chocolate Santoni, if I may ask? I've never seen one in this color before. ebay of Course. There are quite a few around in this exact color, like these for example: http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-OEM-Authentic-IWC-SANTONI-strap-22-mm-alligator-IWA54579-BROWN-Dark-thread-/331854957604?hash=item4d4418cc24:g:MTcAAOSwZJlXNYhX http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-OEM-Authentic-IWC-SANTONI-strap-22-mm-alligator-IWA67824-BROWN-Dark-thread-/231932973234?hash=item36004850b2:g:Gg4AAOSwrklU80da http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-OEM-Authentic-IWC-SANTONI-strap-22-mm-alligator-IWA54578-BROWN-Light-thread-/331841874554?hash=item4d43512a7a:g:0YEAAOSwqYBWoSm5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cleebeauregard 2 Posted May 17, 2016 I see, it's just the standard brown Santoni; there's a lot of variation in the color from strap to strap, just part of how they're made-- I thought there might be a "dark brown" color code or something. Thanks for the response! P.S., I'd put a deployant clasp on that Santoni if I were you-- save a little of the wear and tear that's inherent with using a pin buckle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted May 17, 2016 That Santoni is awesome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyRock 0 Posted May 17, 2016 That Santoni is awesome! For that kind of money I would hope it jumps on the wrist and buckles itself!! LOL It does looks Tits though, double "D" Tits!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theflyingdutchman 0 Posted June 3, 2016 Guys, do not miss out on the 22/18; 120-80 Santoni strap sales thread: http://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?showtopic=118613&hl=santoni&fromsearch=1... 110 USD cheaper then at IWC and no waiting time! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
patgonised5796 0 Posted June 16, 2016 It's a beauty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thermalboyz 0 Posted June 16, 2016 Great choice and picture. Wear it with health. Sent from my pigeon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coldplayer 0 Posted August 1, 2016 (edited) Looks absolutely stunning with that black aligator strap. brilliant! Edited August 1, 2016 by coldplayer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wizzzard 9 Posted August 10, 2016 wow... great images mate... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kozzmozz 0 Posted November 12, 2016 It looks stunning indeed, but it does come with a price.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
atgm 0 Posted December 23, 2016 I love the look of the black dial with the chocolate strap! How would you compare the Santoni with the Jacob strap in terms of comfort and cost-performance? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greek88 0 Posted December 23, 2016 That is a stunner. Definitely want one of those soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted December 23, 2016 Just accepted QC on one. Can't wait Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kozzmozz 0 Posted December 24, 2016 (edited) Love your watches, great collection you have ! Edited December 24, 2016 by Kozzmozz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites