Pentax 0 Posted October 4, 2011 I am Planning to buy a new IWC Mark XVI Case size 39mm Case height 11,5mm Now the story goes like this the first time an IWC Mark XVI took my eye was from the Father son 140 year special edition. its the watch on the left! So I went to an AD to take a look at the watch unfortunately he did not have it available so I asked for a price and he told me 3650 Euro when I asked him for a better price he told me that he could leave it for 3000 Euro, so I went home did my research and found the watch though some Italian site for 2640 Euro so I called my AD and asked him to do something better and he told me he could give me 3K and 10 interest-free installments. On the other hand he had the Mark XVI Spitfire in the shop window with the same strap as the father son special edition that costs 3750 and he could leave it to me for 3100 euro and it actually looked quiet classy and I liked it on my wrist the only thing that made me jealous of the father son model was the Onion crown that it had. closer picture of the onion Crown! So my options are.... A.) Buy the Father son edition for 3K with 10 interest-free installments B.) Buy the Spitfire edition for 3.1K and 10 interest-free installments C.) Buy Conceptas Spitfire Genenstein also Buy Gen strap and Tang buckle that will total close to half the price of buying from the AD C.1) Buy conceptas Spitfire Genenstein and buy an Onion crown and have it added My Thoughts The IWC Son eddition has a more sporty and everyday appeal and reminds you more of the big pilot because of the crown. Rodium plated dial and mustard color lume that reminds you of the old rolex submariners. The IWC Spitfire looks more classy What would you suggest ?? Or any other option? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeanusMaximus 0 Posted October 4, 2011 I am the furthest from financially sensible at most times; but on this occasion I would say go for the genestein. I agree that there is something wonderful about picking up a gen from an AD, and something new just for you, but just like buying a new car, the moment you have walked out it has lost money, whereas as something like a genestein or a second hand IWC circumnavigates that initial depreciation and saves you a considerable bulk of £££, to spend on another watch, or whatever you like! Just my opinion Sean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pentax 0 Posted October 4, 2011 I am the furthest from financially sensible at most times; but on this occasion I would say go for the genestein. I agree that there is something wonderful about picking up a gen from an AD, and something new just for you, but just like buying a new car, the moment you have walked out it has lost money, whereas as something like a genestein or a second hand IWC circumnavigates that initial depreciation and saves you a considerable bulk of £££, to spend on another watch, or whatever you like! Just my opinion Sean thanks Sean no problem in buying the Genenstein as I already have a 3717 genenstein the thing is I like the father son eddition and concepta has not the resources to make it :( so thats why i am asking for opinions Thanks for yours Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeanusMaximus 0 Posted October 4, 2011 I am the furthest from financially sensible at most times; but on this occasion I would say go for the genestein. I agree that there is something wonderful about picking up a gen from an AD, and something new just for you, but just like buying a new car, the moment you have walked out it has lost money, whereas as something like a genestein or a second hand IWC circumnavigates that initial depreciation and saves you a considerable bulk of £££, to spend on another watch, or whatever you like! Just my opinion Sean thanks Sean no problem in buying the Genenstein as I already have a 3717 genenstein the thing is I like the father son eddition and concepta has not the resources to make it :( so thats why i am asking for opinions Thanks for yours No problem, I can see the dilemna, could it be worth a wait until he gathers enough resources to make one? You have unfortunately stirred my interest in IWC again - I forgot how much I like the portuguese Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pentax 0 Posted October 4, 2011 I am the furthest from financially sensible at most times; but on this occasion I would say go for the genestein. I agree that there is something wonderful about picking up a gen from an AD, and something new just for you, but just like buying a new car, the moment you have walked out it has lost money, whereas as something like a genestein or a second hand IWC circumnavigates that initial depreciation and saves you a considerable bulk of £££, to spend on another watch, or whatever you like! Just my opinion Sean thanks Sean no problem in buying the Genenstein as I already have a 3717 genenstein the thing is I like the father son eddition and concepta has not the resources to make it :( so thats why i am asking for opinions Thanks for yours No problem, I can see the dilemna, could it be worth a wait until he gathers enough resources to make one? You have unfortunately stirred my interest in IWC again - I forgot how much I like the portuguese Lol its a shame though that he's not making them anymore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeanusMaximus 0 Posted October 4, 2011 I am the furthest from financially sensible at most times; but on this occasion I would say go for the genestein. I agree that there is something wonderful about picking up a gen from an AD, and something new just for you, but just like buying a new car, the moment you have walked out it has lost money, whereas as something like a genestein or a second hand IWC circumnavigates that initial depreciation and saves you a considerable bulk of £££, to spend on another watch, or whatever you like! Just my opinion Sean thanks Sean no problem in buying the Genenstein as I already have a 3717 genenstein the thing is I like the father son eddition and concepta has not the resources to make it :( so thats why i am asking for opinions Thanks for yours No problem, I can see the dilemna, could it be worth a wait until he gathers enough resources to make one? You have unfortunately stirred my interest in IWC again - I forgot how much I like the portuguese Lol its a shame though that he's not making them anymore Hmm - double bummer. Well if I were in your shoes, I would look for a used example maybe? save some £££? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wat44 0 Posted October 4, 2011 mark XVI, and ask if they can throw in a spare crown for the son model Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pentax 0 Posted October 4, 2011 mark XVI, and ask if they can throw in a spare crown for the son model Spitfire with Onion crown ? because the other watch is also a Mark XVI Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wat44 0 Posted October 4, 2011 mark xvi on the dial Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wat44 0 Posted October 4, 2011 have you considered this pilot watch: http://www.bremont.com/feature_SOLO_CR.php Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crossbones 0 Posted October 4, 2011 I am the furthest from financially sensible at most times; but on this occasion I would say go for the genestein. +1 Im with Sean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pentax 0 Posted October 5, 2011 I am the furthest from financially sensible at most times; but on this occasion I would say go for the genestein. I agree that there is something wonderful about picking up a gen from an AD, and something new just for you, but just like buying a new car, the moment you have walked out it has lost money, whereas as something like a genestein or a second hand IWC circumnavigates that initial depreciation and saves you a considerable bulk of £££, to spend on another watch, or whatever you like! Just my opinion B) Sean +1 have you considered this pilot watch: http://www.bremont.com/feature_SOLO_CR.php Whats the price tag on this watch ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wat44 0 Posted October 5, 2011 similar - $3k-$4k or so I think Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monsieur_B 0 Posted October 5, 2011 The father thing. Go for it. looks the best imho. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeanusMaximus 0 Posted October 5, 2011 Father!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crusader 0 Posted October 5, 2011 Guys, any info where could I get this aviator strap, as on the left watch on pic? I think it would fit like a glove on fathers gen.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeanusMaximus 0 Posted October 5, 2011 Guys, any info where could I get this aviator strap, as on the left watch on pic? I think it would fit like a glove on fathers gen.... :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pentax 0 Posted November 10, 2011 Just paid down payment for Conceptas Genenstein IW325512 Also requested a pilot crock band from TWB and ordering a gen tang buckle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
