Steve E
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3705 Refresh
This is one of my favorites. I've had it about 20 years since purchasing it from a listing on the PuristS, from a Purist. It's seen a lot of wrist and travel time, and I'm about as attached to this 3705 as I ever will be to a watch. It feels very personal to me. I've worn this one on buffalo, alligator, calf, and most recently tried shell cordovan, always with an IWC deployant.
After the shell cordovan experiment I decided to go back to alligator and ordered a strap. And in the meantime the local boutique came up with a ceratanium pin buckle. So without further comment, here's the new look for my 3705.
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New Release
Explore IWC's 2019 Pilot Watch collaborations with The Rake & Revolution and Hodinkee, featuring Ceratanium and a Selitta movement. Discussion on pricing and design.
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Collection
Explore Champthekid's impressive IWC watch collection, featuring the 5002 slow beat, 3786 Pallweber, and Big Pilot 43. Discover collector insights and personal anecdotes.
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Service
Steve E shares his IWC 3705 Fliegerchronograph's long service journey, including an unexpected case replacement. Learn about vintage watch service challenges, parts, and authenticity.
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Reference Guide
Explore the history of IWC ceramic pilot watches, from the Ref. 3705 to later limited editions like the Top Gun. A collector's guide to IWC's innovative ceramic timepieces.
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New Release
Explore the initial collector reaction to the IWC Tribute to the 3705, covering its controversial pricing, thickness, and community expectations.
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New Release
Explore IWC's 2022 TOP GUN Pilot's Watch Chronograph 'Lake Tahoe' and 'Woodland' editions. Discover the white and green ceramic cases, IWC-manufactured 69380 caliber, and design inspirations.
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3705 Refresh
This is one of my favorites. I've had it about 20 years since purchasing it from a listing on the PuristS, from a Purist. It's seen a lot of wrist and travel time, and I'm about as attached to this 3705 as I ever will be to a watch. It feels very personal...
Always a favorite of mine… stealth 3706 (as if that wasn’t stealthy enough).
Great design on this one.
