11 Discussions and CommentsMember since Feb. 26, 2013
I have purchased a pre-owned Pilots Mark XVI, which is my first IWC. It looks genuine but it does run 30 sec a day fast which has put doubts into my mind. Can anyone give me any guidance as to whether or not 30 secs is acceptable or any obvious signs to look for regarding authenticity. Thanks.
5,078 Discussions and CommentsMember since Aug. 9, 2006
30 seconds per day is outside the accuracy specification target for IWC watches. There can be serval reasons for a watch running fast...the mainspring magnetized or the watch simply needs an adjustment, etc. Take your watch to an IWC AD or a competent watchmaker to have it adjusted. It is not possible to diagnose servicing issues here as you can imagine.
It is also not possible to comment on whether or not your watch is a replica without pictures. Even then, it may be difficult to diagnose. Here is how to post a picture, if you are not familiar with how to do it.
5,078 Discussions and CommentsMember since Aug. 9, 2006
Xela1 Wrote:What is the IMG code link? The url address?
I'm not sure I understand the question. You simply copy the photobucket IMG code and paste it into the message box. That's an easy way to post pictures.
It looks like you are trying to use Dropbox as your image server. It looks like that does not work. Google Photobucket and open an account. It's free for limited picture storage and works perfectly. Your image has to have [IMG]http://xxxx.jpeg[IMG], not the code you are showing.
2,691 Discussions and CommentsMember since Sept. 20, 2007
You do not say where you are based. However, at a first glance the watch looks genuine enough - and I would suggest to take it by an AD (Authorized IWC Distributor)or boutique.
30 Seconds is way of the mark for any contemporary IWC and your watch will need to be regulated / serviced. Failing that, and if the watch is not under warranty, you could have any competent watchmaker open it and see if he can regulate it. BTW - my MK XVI is still the most accurate watch in my collection, so no reason to not have yours serviced. It's a very handsome timepiece too.
On a more positive note, know that most fakes are fitted with quartz movements and they are generally fairly accurate. Of course, most of those watches also cease to work within the shortest period of time, and most don't survive a little swim in the pond either :~)
It is also not possible to comment on whether or not your watch is a replica without pictures. Even then, it may be difficult to diagnose. Here is how to post a picture, if you are not familiar with how to do it.
Good luck.
Bill
I'm not sure I understand the question. You simply copy the photobucket IMG code and paste it into the message box. That's an easy way to post pictures.
Bill
I am trying to upload a photo of the watch
[/url]https://www.dropbox.com/s/k0yrrxq9n2i7rso/IWC%201.jpg
Last edited: 27 February, 2013 - 15:15
I am trying to upload a photo of the watch
[/url]https://www.dropbox.com/s/k0yrrxq9n2i7rso/IWC%201.jpg[/QUOTE]
It looks like you are trying to use Dropbox as your image server. It looks like that does not work. Google Photobucket and open an account. It's free for limited picture storage and works perfectly. Your image has to have [IMG]http://xxxx.jpeg[IMG], not the code you are showing.
Bill
I hope this works.
Let the watch run, take some time, if the problem persists, go to the closer watchmaker (I should say AD).
99%, it's nothing.
I'm always happy to give good news! :)
Regards,
Roberto
Last edited: 12 June, 2013 - 11:03
30 Seconds is way of the mark for any contemporary IWC and your watch will need to be regulated / serviced. Failing that, and if the watch is not under warranty, you could have any competent watchmaker open it and see if he can regulate it. BTW - my MK XVI is still the most accurate watch in my collection, so no reason to not have yours serviced. It's a very handsome timepiece too.
On a more positive note, know that most fakes are fitted with quartz movements and they are generally fairly accurate. Of course, most of those watches also cease to work within the shortest period of time, and most don't survive a little swim in the pond either :~)
Best regards
Mark
Last edited: 16 April, 2013 - 00:36