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aprasert · 17 March 2013, 11:49 AM

Iwc

Wacker23 · 17 March 2013, 12:43 PM

I am a IWC collector but i do not like that watch so i chose the Omega.

ghislain · 17 March 2013, 07:57 PM

I voted AT, there is nothing in this particular IWC model that really appeals to me.

watchf · 17 March 2013, 09:07 PM

I wouldn't choose either personally but if I have to choose one or the other it would be the AT.

mrbill2mrbill2 · 18 March 2013, 09:50 AM

Between the two in the poll - the IWC.

Submarino · 18 March 2013, 02:51 PM

IWC for sure.

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jamison237 · 22 March 2013, 06:52 AM

The Aqua Terra by a large margin.

How · 22 March 2013, 07:21 AM

IWC, but only on the black leather strap.

eric23 · 22 March 2013, 07:24 AM

Out of those two IWC for sure.

U5512 · 22 March 2013, 05:29 PM

Here is my recommendation ................

BigDoug · 22 March 2013, 05:52 PM

I own the AT8500 an it is stunning. The clear winner in this case and a strong contender against any watch.

SUBversive · 22 March 2013, 07:12 PM

Omega. Let us know when you pull the trigger....

balboa73 · 23 March 2013, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tfduff723

Which would you buy? Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra or IWC Pilot Mark XVII?

Both comparable in price, performance & style albeit "technically" one is a diver and the other a pilot's watch.

I would go with the Aqua Terra only because of the ETA-OMEGA collaboration 8500 movement. I have no issue with the ETA 2892 that IWC uses as its been modified ** now by ETA as opposed to IWC, but exclusive to IWC nonetheless** I put the ETA 2892 in 'stock chrometer grade' on par with the Rolex 3135 for that matter. The 8500 movement sets a new standard IMHO.

tfduff723 · 25 March 2013, 04:03 AM

Never got the chance to circle back and say thanks for all the varied & interesting insights. Looks like the Omega wins here by a fairly wide margin!

Not sure if I will make a move or not but appreciate the input nonetheless.

One thing is for sure... polls seem to be a good way to get new threads started :-)

karmatp · 25 March 2013, 12:14 PM

Well I am a chronic flipper and I feel like I have owned just about every sport watch out there by IWC, Omega and Rolex, not to mention a long Panerai faze. These days I try to think outside the box when it comes to brands, and I find the research of new brands fun and interesting.

Had this one and flipped it.

Really enjoyed the IWC also.

Ended up with this one to replace the IWC.

The Muhle Glashutte is a fantastic watch that I am actually wearing as I type this. It is so much like the IWC but a lot cheaper and the movement is stunning, and incredibly accurate. Muhle does so much work to their movements and they are such a amazing brand that flies under the radar. People who know watches know of Muhle Glashutte, and people who own them think that they got the best bang for the buck for a great watch.

My only comment is that if you are looking at the IWC, but the MG and save a few thousand. If you are looking at the AT, buy it on the bracelet and pick up some straps down the road.

BTW, the AT's hands just bugged me. The hour hand needed to be larger with more lume.

U5512 · 25 March 2013, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karmatp

The Muhle Glashutte is a fantastic watch that I am actually wearing as I type this. It is so much like the IWC but a lot cheaper and the movement is stunning, and incredibly accurate. Muhle does so much work to their movements and they are such a amazing brand that flies under the radar. People who know watches know of Muhle Glashutte, and people who own them think that they got the best bang for the buck for a great watch.

That looks like an ETA base movement with Muhle Glashutte's own rotor and swan neck regulator? Please confirm. Thank you!

karmatp · 25 March 2013, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by U5512

That looks like an ETA base movement with Muhle Glashutte's own rotor and swan neck regulator? Please confirm. Thank you!

The IWC has the base ETA, Muhle does not. This Muhle has a Sellita base with lots of tweaks. The Sellita is very similar to a base ETA, and just as reliable. It is a true workhorse just like the time proven base ETA's.

tfduff723 · 26 March 2013, 11:17 AM

U5512 & Trevor,

Those are some really good pics there - thanks

crazydave · 24 April 2013, 03:26 PM

IWC for sure

View Poll Results: Omega vs IWC
Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41.5mm	60	65.93%
IWC Mark XVII 41mm	31	34.07%
Voters: 91. You may not vote on this poll

18 March 2013, 09:50 AM	#35
mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	Between the two in the poll - the IWC. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of the Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons - ID # 13

18 March 2013, 02:51 PM	#36
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	IWC for sure. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk. Watches are the new currency! __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

25 March 2013, 12:14 PM	#45
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Well I am a chronic flipper and I feel like I have owned just about every sport watch out there by IWC, Omega and Rolex, not to mention a long Panerai faze. These days I try to think outside the box when it comes to brands, and I find the research of new brands fun and interesting. Had this one and flipped it. Really enjoyed the IWC also. Ended up with this one to replace the IWC. The Muhle Glashutte is a fantastic watch that I am actually wearing as I type this. It is so much like the IWC but a lot cheaper and the movement is stunning, and incredibly accurate. Muhle does so much work to their movements and they are such a amazing brand that flies under the radar. People who know watches know of Muhle Glashutte, and people who own them think that they got the best bang for the buck for a great watch. My only comment is that if you are looking at the IWC, but the MG and save a few thousand. If you are looking at the AT, buy it on the bracelet and pick up some straps down the road. BTW, the AT's hands just bugged me. The hour hand needed to be larger with more lume. __________________ My grails:

17 March 2013, 11:49 AM	#31
aprasert "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 184	Iwc

17 March 2013, 12:43 PM	#32
Wacker23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Brooklyn ny Watch: Rolex sub Posts: 504	I am a IWC collector but i do not like that watch so i chose the Omega.

17 March 2013, 07:57 PM	#33
ghislain "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Belgium Posts: 23	I voted AT, there is nothing in this particular IWC model that really appeals to me.

17 March 2013, 09:07 PM	#34
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	I wouldn't choose either personally but if I have to choose one or the other it would be the AT.

22 March 2013, 06:52 AM	#37
jamison237 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NY Posts: 8	The Aqua Terra by a large margin.

22 March 2013, 07:21 AM	#38
How "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbourne Watch: 16610, Tudor 1960 Posts: 1,554	IWC, but only on the black leather strap.

22 March 2013, 07:24 AM	#39
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Out of those two IWC for sure.

22 March 2013, 05:52 PM	#41
BigDoug Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: california Posts: 165	I own the AT8500 an it is stunning. The clear winner in this case and a strong contender against any watch.

22 March 2013, 07:12 PM	#42
SUBversive Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: ri Watch: Sun Dial Posts: 14,346	Omega. Let us know when you pull the trigger....

25 March 2013, 04:03 AM	#44
tfduff723 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Michigan USA Watch: Rolex & Omega 4 Me Posts: 1,685	Never got the chance to circle back and say thanks for all the varied & interesting insights. Looks like the Omega wins here by a fairly wide margin! Not sure if I will make a move or not but appreciate the input nonetheless. One thing is for sure... polls seem to be a good way to get new threads started :-)

26 March 2013, 11:17 AM	#48
tfduff723 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Michigan USA Watch: Rolex & Omega 4 Me Posts: 1,685	U5512 & Trevor, Those are some really good pics there - thanks

24 April 2013, 03:26 PM	#49
crazydave "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Sydney, Austral Posts: 5	IWC for sure

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