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blackmsport · 22 January 2012, 12:19 PM

This

OMEGA
Seamaster Professional 300m Chrono Diver

Reference 213.30.42.40.01.001

or this

IWC 3717

Turkeyboy · 22 January 2012, 12:22 PM

This is hardly a choice.........in fact, a true no-brainer. The 3717 is a true classic when it comes to Chronos. I love my Planet Ocean and many other Omegas but I've owned a 3717 and its one of the best...simply a fabulous watch.

Enjoy no matter which you choose

rob541 · 22 January 2012, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Turkeyboy

This is hardly a choice.........in fact, a true no-brainer. The 3717 is a true classic when it comes to Chronos. I love my Planet Ocean and many other Omegas but I've owned a 3717 and its one of the best...simply a fabulous rs:

Agreed

h999r · 22 January 2012, 12:36 PM

IWC my 5 cents pick

FeelingTheBlues · 22 January 2012, 12:41 PM

I prefer the IWC.

p_mcgee · 22 January 2012, 12:42 PM

Iwc, not even close

drgleeds37 · 22 January 2012, 01:00 PM

I'm a huge Omega fan but for it's the 3717-01 hands down.

-Daniel

blackmsport · 22 January 2012, 01:10 PM

wow 3717 wins all the way

AAMD11 · 22 January 2012, 03:19 PM

Just so I can know, why is the IWC unanimously preffered over the Omega in this Chrono instance?

drgleeds37 · 22 January 2012, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by AAMD11

Just so I can know, why is the IWC unanimously preffered over the Omega in this Chrono instance?

I think maybe because the SMP Chrono is not a favorite watch for many people. In general chronograph dive watches aren't as popular as chronographs that build the design around the Chrono functions first. If this were a comparison between the IWC 3717-01 and the Omega 3570.50 I think it would have been a much closer battle.

-Daniel

warren G. · 22 January 2012, 03:26 PM

I prefer the 3717 over that SMPC. IWC bracelet is really top notch, I prefer the thick pilot hand/dial, and the wrist presence is really nice.

warrior · 22 January 2012, 03:26 PM

IWC and I'm an Omega fan. Reason I pick the IWC is because of the cleaner and sharper design.

Funny b/c I think that Omegas look much better than IWCs in almost every instance when comparing similar type watches. This particular case is the exception.

dddrees · 22 January 2012, 04:06 PM

I've already made that choice and I would do the same if I had to do it again.

IWC Pilot Chronograph IW371713

However when it comes to chronographs and Omega there is one I definitely would get.

Turkeyboy · 23 January 2012, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

I've already made that choice and I would do the same if I had to do it again.

IWC Pilot Chronograph IW371713

However when it comes to chronographs and Omega there is one I definitely would get.

Your gold 3717 is an absolute beauty

.........one of the few gold watches I'd consider wearing!!!!!

dddrees · 23 January 2012, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Turkeyboy

Your gold 3717 is an absolute beauty

.........one of the few gold watches I'd consider wearing!!!!!

Thank you, most gold watches on a strap are a bit more low key.

esm · 22 January 2012, 05:02 PM

IWC. Everyday, and twice on Sundays :D

aussiewatchnut · 22 January 2012, 06:46 PM

I prefer the cleaner look of the Iwc.

snowpea · 22 January 2012, 08:06 PM

neither for me sorry, to many other better looking chronos than these two.

Turkeyboy · 23 January 2012, 02:05 AM

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Originally Posted by snowpea

neither for me sorry, to many other better looking chronos than these two.

We'd love to hear which chronos are better looking than the classic 3717 that are in and around the same price range??? I've owned a 3717 and a Daytona and I preferred the 3717 over the Daytona all day, everyday. Shocking, I know.........even I couldn't believe it!!!!

snowpea · 23 January 2012, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Turkeyboy

We'd love to hear which chronos are better looking than the classic 3717 that are in and around the same price range??? I've owned a 3717 and a Daytona and I preferred the 3717 over the Daytona all day, everyday. Shocking, I know.........even I couldn't believe it!!!!

These are some that I would choose before the IWC, just my preference

Turkeyboy · 23 January 2012, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by snowpea

These are some that I would choose before the IWC, just my preference

A Tag and a Breitling over an IWC.....ouch!!!! Well, I guess that's what makes the world go around. The Zenith is a beauty but in a different price class.....still wouldn't choose it over the IWC.

As far as the new, Omega PO Chrono, my friend just picked one up......stunning but very, very thick......almost too thick. Hard for me to compare a diver chrono (really no need for one) to a pilot's watch.

snowpea · 23 January 2012, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Turkeyboy

A Tag and a Breitling over an IWC.....ouch!!!! Well, I guess that's what makes the world go around. The Zenith is a beauty but in a different price class.....still wouldn't choose it over the IWC.

As far as the new, Omega PO Chrono, my friend just picked one up......stunning but very, very thick......almost too thick. Hard for me to compare a diver chrono (really no need for one) to a pilot's watch.

Don't get me wrong I do love IWC also, just not that model. I love the Portuguese 7 day power reserve or the big ingenier. One day

asadtiger · 22 January 2012, 10:53 PM

IWC is a real classic..a true flieger..but if it were for me to purchase, I would go against the popular choice and opt for the Omega simply because when I want a sporty watch, I want it to be completely sporty, and the SMP has a lot of presence and true looks in real life...the IWC is much more subdued and elegant, which I think is not the main criteria for comparison here...I would go for the IWC (on black strap) if I wanted just one watch for all occassions, but the SMP for a sporty watch in a broader collection.

Fearsome Puppy · 23 January 2012, 12:05 AM

I'd go for the IWC...

Starwalker · 23 January 2012, 12:20 AM

I picked my chopard over both those watches, when deciding to buy. I would recommend that you take a look into it. However, I would pick the IWC if I didnt have the option of buying the chopard.

RRGHOST1 · 23 January 2012, 12:33 AM

I would buy neither of them if i was buying a chrono.as i do not like any of the sub dials in that formation using one at the 12 position. Would find one like the Daytona layout.

capote · 23 January 2012, 12:58 AM

Both are pretty solid. But Speedmaster Pro is a superior choice IMO.

UJU · 23 January 2012, 01:12 AM

The IWC.

I never liked a so called dive watch with a chronograph. What's the point?

Ultraman · 23 January 2012, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by UJU

I never liked a so called dive watch with a chronograph. What's the point?

Can you elaborate why diver watches should not have a chronograph?

karmatp · 23 January 2012, 12:54 PM

I had a 3717 and loved it, get one. The only reason I sold mine was because I wanted the bracelet and I purchased one on a strap. IWC bracelets are so much money to just go buy one so I sold the watch. I would love to own another on a bracelet this time, it is one amazing watch.

22 January 2012, 12:19 PM	#1
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	Omega vs IWC what would you choose This OMEGA Seamaster Professional 300m Chrono Diver Reference 213.30.42.40.01.001 or this IWC 3717

22 January 2012, 12:41 PM	#5
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	I prefer the IWC. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

22 January 2012, 03:19 PM	#9
AAMD11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Illusive Man Location: NYC Watch: Omega Worldtimer Posts: 670	Just so I can know, why is the IWC unanimously preffered over the Omega in this Chrono instance? __________________

22 January 2012, 03:26 PM	#11
warren G. "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Duy Location: New Orleans, LA Watch: Speedmaster 3861 Posts: 1,925	I prefer the 3717 over that SMPC. IWC bracelet is really top notch, I prefer the thick pilot hand/dial, and the wrist presence is really nice. __________________ De gustibus non est disputandum.

22 January 2012, 04:06 PM	#13
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	I've already made that choice and I would do the same if I had to do it again. IWC Pilot Chronograph IW371713 However when it comes to chronographs and Omega there is one I definitely would get. Attached Images __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

22 January 2012, 12:22 PM	#2
Turkeyboy Banned Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 166	This is hardly a choice.........in fact, a true no-brainer. The 3717 is a true classic when it comes to Chronos. I love my Planet Ocean and many other Omegas but I've owned a 3717 and its one of the best...simply a fabulous watch. Enjoy no matter which you choose

22 January 2012, 12:36 PM	#4
h999r Banned Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: HR Location: Planet Earth Watch: -ing Barts. Posts: 4,244	IWC my 5 cents pick

22 January 2012, 12:42 PM	#6
p_mcgee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,150	Iwc, not even close

22 January 2012, 01:00 PM	#7
drgleeds37 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Leeds Location: Suburbs of DC Watch: Rolex,AP,PAM,etc.. Posts: 306	I'm a huge Omega fan but for it's the 3717-01 hands down. -Daniel

22 January 2012, 01:10 PM	#8
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	wow 3717 wins all the way

22 January 2012, 03:26 PM	#12
warrior "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: massachusetts Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,692	IWC and I'm an Omega fan. Reason I pick the IWC is because of the cleaner and sharper design. Funny b/c I think that Omegas look much better than IWCs in almost every instance when comparing similar type watches. This particular case is the exception.

22 January 2012, 05:02 PM	#16
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	IWC. Everyday, and twice on Sundays :D

22 January 2012, 06:46 PM	#17
aussiewatchnut Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: mark pearce Location: australia Watch: PO, 20000ft Diver Posts: 170	I prefer the cleaner look of the Iwc.

22 January 2012, 08:06 PM	#18
snowpea "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Steven Location: Jazoom Watch: Milgauss GV Posts: 1,092	neither for me sorry, to many other better looking chronos than these two. __________________

22 January 2012, 10:53 PM	#23
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	IWC is a real classic..a true flieger..but if it were for me to purchase, I would go against the popular choice and opt for the Omega simply because when I want a sporty watch, I want it to be completely sporty, and the SMP has a lot of presence and true looks in real life...the IWC is much more subdued and elegant, which I think is not the main criteria for comparison here...I would go for the IWC (on black strap) if I wanted just one watch for all occassions, but the SMP for a sporty watch in a broader collection.

23 January 2012, 12:05 AM	#24
Fearsome Puppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Kevin Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SD4K Posts: 880	I'd go for the IWC... __________________ Lange 1815 Chrono, AP ROO 26470ST, RO 26230ST, Rolex 216570 (w), 116600, 116520 (w), IWC XV, PAM 366, 420, Omega 311.30.42.30.01.005, Seiko SKX007J, Apple Watch, a bunch of G-Shocks -------------------------------------------------------------

23 January 2012, 12:20 AM	#25
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,261	I picked my chopard over both those watches, when deciding to buy. I would recommend that you take a look into it. However, I would pick the IWC if I didnt have the option of buying the chopard. __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

23 January 2012, 12:33 AM	#26
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,997	I would buy neither of them if i was buying a chrono.as i do not like any of the sub dials in that formation using one at the 12 position. Would find one like the Daytona layout.

23 January 2012, 12:58 AM	#27
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	Both are pretty solid. But Speedmaster Pro is a superior choice IMO.

23 January 2012, 01:12 AM	#28
UJU "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Norway Watch: 14060M Posts: 274	The IWC. I never liked a so called dive watch with a chronograph. What's the point?

23 January 2012, 12:54 PM	#30
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I had a 3717 and loved it, get one. The only reason I sold mine was because I wanted the bracelet and I purchased one on a strap. IWC bracelets are so much money to just go buy one so I sold the watch. I would love to own another on a bracelet this time, it is one amazing watch. __________________ My grails:

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