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Hi Zacky71,
I am envious - it's a wonderful, though somewhat agonizing, problem you have. Apologies for complicating things further, but there's actually a fourth choice, lol - the carbon fibre dial titanium Ocean Volvo Yacht Club.
Personally, investment analysis aside, I would go for the one that speaks to you more (or what I like to think 'chooses you'). Perhaps a few visits would help you (or the watch!) decide. Gold is not quite for me - but that's just my own subjective taste. I love titanium, but on reflection, if pushed to choose, would still chose the steel, black dial version - to me its more reminiscent of the steel of yachts. The hour numerals are a bit less prominent but that doesn't bother me.
Happy choosing (or be chosen !)
Regards, Shing | email iwcforme1976 (at) gmail (dot) com time does not change us. it just unfolds us. max frisch. all that really belongs to us is time; even he who has nothing else has that. baltasar gracian.
3,349 Discussions and CommentsMember since Sept. 14, 2001
zacky71 Wrote:I happened to be at the IWC boutique today and had the 3 models of the YC lined alongside each other; in stainless steel - the black--plated dial, the silver-plated dial and finally the slate-coloured dial in red gold. I can't help but to savour the look of the one in red gold. The longer I stood, the more attachment I had for it as compared to the other 2 in stainless steel. Now it sets me thinking if it's a better investment in the longer term? Is it worth to pay that much more for its aesthetics and maybe exclusivity? I really really wonder......
Hi Zacky, I was in an IWC shop on Thursday and made exactly the same experience: I didn't like the red gold too much from the pictures. The steel black dial version was much more interesting to me. But when I saw in real, held and even put on my wrist the red gold version I was completely overwhelmed by its beauty. If you had the same experience and can afford in the long run, then go for it. I wouldn't consider it as an investment because I don't buy IWC watches for investment's sake. Having said that, I think it's not a financial risk. But an investment in your joy and good taste anyway. I have also plans in this directions but by now nothing of that is realistic in the short run. But time will tell...
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Zacky71...beware, the Yacht Club looks like a dinner plate on your wrist unless you are built like Arnie, as demonstrated in Shing's pictures, the watch is twice the size of the wrist and can look rather rediculous if you are not careful. The Portuguese Chrono however is simply gorgeous and a perfect size for most normal wrists
1,589 Discussions and CommentsMember since May 16, 2002
FAJones, this constant increase in the size of watches in all directions will result in models being knocked rather more than the smaller models of a few years back. My fathers watch is n the 35mm category and less than 9mm height. It was his one watch for 40 years in gold and has no dents, it was used for everyday wear with the exception of swimming and washing the cars. I have a Portuguese chrono in SS that brushed against a wall in less than a year of new, result case scratched.
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Singapore
FAJones Wrote:Zacky71...beware, the Yacht Club looks like a dinner plate on your wrist unless you are built like Arnie, as demonstrated in Shing's pictures, the watch is twice the size of the wrist and can look rather rediculous if you are not careful. The Portuguese Chrono however is simply gorgeous and a perfect size for most normal wrists
Hi FAJones, thank you for highlighting. I will take note of this at the point of trying them out. Like I said, I fell for the YC when I saw it, and if it doesn't fit my wrist now, then maybe I should start working out my arms at the gym lol!! :)
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Singapore
The UK Greg Wrote:FAJones, this constant increase in the size of watches in all directions will result in models being knocked rather more than the smaller models of a few years back. My fathers watch is n the 35mm category and less than 9mm height. It was his one watch for 40 years in gold and has no dents, it was used for everyday wear with the exception of swimming and washing the cars. I have a Portuguese chrono in SS that brushed against a wall in less than a year of new, result case scratched.
Ouch, Greg, ouch! Yeah, you can't be too careful mate. Did you get it sorted thereafter?
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Singapore
shing Wrote:Hi Zacky71,
I am envious - it's a wonderful, though somewhat agonizing, problem you have. Apologies for complicating things further, but there's actually a fourth choice, lol - the carbon fibre dial titanium Ocean Volvo Yacht Club.
Personally, investment analysis aside, I would go for the one that speaks to you more (or what I like to think 'chooses you'). Perhaps a few visits would help you (or the watch!) decide. Gold is not quite for me - but that's just my own subjective taste. I love titanium, but on reflection, if pushed to choose, would still chose the steel, black dial version - to me its more reminiscent of the steel of yachts. The hour numerals are a bit less prominent but that doesn't bother me.
Happy choosing (or be chosen !)
Hi Shing :) those photos really whet my appetite all over again! I share similar sentiments in that one should follow one's heart when purchasing a timepiece (within financial means, of course). Just curious, noticed you wearing formal business long sleeves with the YC, does it compliment the dress sense, as the YC is perceived to be more of a sporty kind of watch. Well, if it does then it will be a double bonus....
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Singapore
Tilo Hillenbrand Wrote in reply to:
zacky71 Wrote:I happened to be at the IWC boutique today and had the 3 models of the YC lined alongside each other; in stainless steel - the black--plated dial, the silver-plated dial and finally the slate-coloured dial in red gold. I can't help but to savour the look of the one in red gold. The longer I stood, the more attachment I had for it as compared to the other 2 in stainless steel. Now it sets me thinking if it's a better investment in the longer term? Is it worth to pay that much more for its aesthetics and maybe exclusivity? I really really wonder......
Hi Zacky, I was in an IWC shop on Thursday and made exactly the same experience: I didn't like the red gold too much from the pictures. The steel black dial version was much more interesting to me. But when I saw in real, held and even put on my wrist the red gold version I was completely overwhelmed by its beauty. If you had the same experience and can afford in the long run, then go for it. I wouldn't consider it as an investment because I don't buy IWC watches for investment's sake. Having said that, I think it's not a financial risk. But an investment in your joy and good taste anyway. I have also plans in this directions but by now nothing of that is realistic in the short run. But time will tell...
Good luck for your hunt, Tilo
Well said Tilo, especially your statement on the purchase for one's joy and good taste! You are definitely reaffirming my decision!!
2,081 Discussions and CommentsMember since Jan. 7, 2005
Hi Zacky,
If I were you, I would examine my priorities.
Ref. 3714 is more balanced, to me is the perfect chronograph, from an aesthtical point of view.
Ref. 3902 emphasizes the sporty nature of the Portuguese line and hosts an excellent chronograph movement, much better than the 7750, so, technically speaking, this last would be the best choice.
Personally, I dream of a ref. 3714 with calibre 89360 inside.
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Singapore
Culminating yesterday with an encompassing sense of relieve and high, I finally, finally decided upon and made my very first purchase of a very fine IWC timepiece. Well, I started off this thread contemplating between the YC and the Port Chrono, however, I walked away with a Port 7 days automatic 5001-09 (black dial). I have thought of the decision long and hard as the rest were also very beautiful timepieces in their own essence. But I had to make a choice and so the 7 days it was. I would like to thank profusely all of you that have contributed to this thread in allowing me to see different perspectives of my journey towards making my first IWC purchase, and I commenced by saying that I hope to join all of you in owning an IWC timepiece one day, and so the day has arrived. I hope this thread has also helped others in some way in making their purchases with the models discussed here.
I am envious - it's a wonderful, though somewhat agonizing, problem you have. Apologies for complicating things further, but there's actually a fourth choice, lol - the carbon fibre dial titanium Ocean Volvo Yacht Club.
Personally, investment analysis aside, I would go for the one that speaks to you more (or what I like to think 'chooses you'). Perhaps a few visits would help you (or the watch!) decide. Gold is not quite for me - but that's just my own subjective taste. I love titanium, but on reflection, if pushed to choose, would still chose the steel, black dial version - to me its more reminiscent of the steel of yachts. The hour numerals are a bit less prominent but that doesn't bother me.
Happy choosing (or be chosen !)
Regards, Shing | email iwcforme1976 (at) gmail (dot) com
time does not change us. it just unfolds us. max frisch.
all that really belongs to us is time; even he who has nothing else has that. baltasar gracian.
Last edited: 8 December, 2012 - 16:07
Hi Zacky,
I was in an IWC shop on Thursday and made exactly the same experience:
I didn't like the red gold too much from the pictures. The steel black dial version was much more interesting to me. But when I saw in real, held and even put on my wrist the red gold version I was completely overwhelmed by its beauty. If you had the same experience and can afford in the long run, then go for it.
I wouldn't consider it as an investment because I don't buy IWC watches for investment's sake. Having said that, I think it's not a financial risk. But an investment in your joy and good taste anyway.
I have also plans in this directions but by now nothing of that is realistic in the short run. But time will tell...
Good luck for your hunt,
Tilo
Tilo
Last edited: 20 November, 2012 - 10:38
Cheers Greg Chalk
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Last edited: 21 February, 2013 - 13:47
Hi FAJones, thank you for highlighting. I will take note of this at the point of trying them out. Like I said, I fell for the YC when I saw it, and if it doesn't fit my wrist now, then maybe I should start working out my arms at the gym lol!! :)
Ouch, Greg, ouch! Yeah, you can't be too careful mate. Did you get it sorted thereafter?
Well said Tilo, especially your statement on the purchase for one's joy and good taste! You are definitely reaffirming my decision!!
If I were you, I would examine my priorities.
Ref. 3714 is more balanced, to me is the perfect chronograph, from an aesthtical point of view.
Ref. 3902 emphasizes the sporty nature of the Portuguese line and hosts an excellent chronograph movement, much better than the 7750, so, technically speaking, this last would be the best choice.
Personally, I dream of a ref. 3714 with calibre 89360 inside.
Regards,
Roberto
Last edited: 11 January, 2013 - 11:07
Warmest regards.