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IWC MK XII on Instagram
Yes, or if they at least wouldve spend more than 1 minute on the design of the date window and wheel.
That’s the way to do it. Wish they would make a modern permanent edition like this and keep it between 36-38 mm
If they did, there would be very few takers unless it's limited edition
So far, every "tribute to" was a sellout because of limited numbers. Even this 40 mm Tribute to Mark XI based on the current Mk XVIII sold out within a year and that's because they made 1948 units.
Photo: IWC
Photo: IWC
Lovely case shape and dial
No date would be great, but so nice as is that I’m not sure I care!
You are so right.
This white date window destroys the dial.
I think these standardized white date wheels are produced en masse to be implemented into as many watches as possible, regardless of whether the color of the wheel matches the dial or not.
For me this is simply a cost-saving strategy.
Best
Thomas
I think these standardized white date wheels are produced en masse to be implemented into as many watches as possible, regardless of whether the color of the wheel matches the dial or not.
For me this is simply a cost-saving strategy.
Best
Thomas
It has existed without a date
There was a very limited edition in titanium without a date. I think it was inspired by an Italian fashion designer or something: there were initials on the dial but I do not remember which ones GL or GW something like that.
Probably 40 pieces or so (a real limited edition). Unfortunately, I cannot find any picture
There is also the Mellow Yellow in titanium which was similar, but which kept the date
It came with a Saab freebie included
got it
here you go
Credit Brandizzi
the GL was yet another limited edition - with a date
the EF was the dateless version: titanium, dark blue dial for Emilio Fontana: sexy!
I had the opportunity to buy it, not that many years ago.... sigh
Credit Brandizzi
Too bad the EF didn't go on the case back. It's almost more pronounced than the IWC logo.
Otherwise, it's great.
this version you have no date/date window, but a crown position to adjust the not existing date 😀😁😀😁😂 really! regards Stephan
I am totally with you, here. A superb beauty, which could be even more superb without this " wart ". ;)
Subtract the date, and this beats the Explorer hands down.
With the date... it's debatable.
But i read somewhere that it is less reliable than caliber 30110 which is ETA-based, in the mark XV.
My opinion is the Mark XV keeps the balance between classic size and reliability but i understand the appeal of JLC caliber
Have not bought one so far.
I like both versions a lot. Recently
I tried the new titanium version, but did not buy it as the AD was very stiff on prices. I may get one from the used market eventually. Very drawn to the older designs especially the Mark XII’s dial.
I tried the new titanium version, but did not buy it as the AD was very stiff on prices. I may get one from the used market eventually. Very drawn to the older designs especially the Mark XII’s dial.
