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Fuselierpa · 31 October 2016, 09:46 AM

The MSRP is similar but yes, I know, the street price of these watches is a little different. But both are roughly similar in size and both are chronos. Both are steel and both are available with leather straps.

Which would you choose, and why?

R-H · 31 October 2016, 10:04 AM

Speedy, would be my choice.

superdog · 31 October 2016, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R-H

Speedy, would be my choice.

Me too

Rock · 31 October 2016, 10:46 AM

Both nice watches. I thought the IWC was a bit more expensive (?)
I'm an IWC fan so I'd go that way. Just a more striking watch to my eyes.

andreturning · 31 October 2016, 10:49 AM

speedy.I wore my first one this weekend at the casino.They had a omega store.Great watches.

East Bay Rider · 31 October 2016, 01:05 PM

I generally like the look of IWC designs.
That said I have lusted after a Speedmaster Pro for years, though I would never buy an Omega new.

Danny83 · 31 October 2016, 03:41 PM

Speedy

RW16610 · 1 November 2016, 03:29 AM

My choice would be the Speedmaster here

Lordofrolex · 1 November 2016, 03:42 AM

I would go with the IWC it's something different and a highly respected company.

mdgrwl · 1 November 2016, 03:51 AM

The IWC is an overall larger more 'masculine' watch if you will. Thicker and 43mm. Its a bold look with a classic and very copied "Pilot" look. I personally love it.

The Speedy is an icon as well... overall slimmer and more of a daily wearer, more comfortable.

chaw6125 · 1 November 2016, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

I generally like the look of IWC designs.
That said I have lusted after a Speedmaster Pro for years, though I would never buy an Omega new.

Never say never. I just bought a new speedy pro without taxes and 25% off.

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BrazenC5 · 1 November 2016, 04:11 AM

I recently flipped a IWC Le Petit Prince Pilot Chrono. They both fit differently on the wrist...should try both on. The IWC is 43mm, btw.

It's super attractive...but...

The IWC movment is a modified Valjoux Calibre 7750 (reliable, very). The thing I did not like about it was the slow update to the date (you can start to see the day/date wheel moving at around 1030pm, and slowly flip by midnight)...not a quick flip like the Rolex. Another annoyance is the minimalist lume (only on the hands and the major hour markers).

Because of these, I would go for the Speedy...but I would pick a pre-moon calibre 861 or a 321 as it will retain value better. Or if you like the more modern versions...pre-owned because of the hit on depreciation.

daveathall · 1 November 2016, 04:41 AM

IWC in a heartbeat.

masyv6 · 1 November 2016, 05:12 AM

IWC, specifically 3777. The Speedy is a great watch and is certainly iconic, but it didn't sing to me when I was an owner.

returntorolex · 1 November 2016, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fuselierpa

The MSRP is similar but yes, I know, the street price of these watches is a little different. But both are roughly similar in size and both are chronos. Both are steel and both are available with leather straps.

Which would you choose, and why?

I've owned a 3717 on bracelet. That so, I'd try the speedy.

Navy Sailor · 2 November 2016, 10:52 AM

I've had both. IWC by a long shot for me. That is, unless it's a vintage Speedy.

kneedeep · 2 November 2016, 01:03 PM

Speedy Pro

rr-nyc · 2 November 2016, 01:08 PM

I'd get a speedy pro. IMO it's a must have for a well rounded collection

ELITEVIDEOGAMES · 2 November 2016, 01:10 PM

I own both.
They are great watches.
The iWC is very thick and can be a little uncomfortable at times.
However it's a very attractive watch and I always receive compliments on it.
The speedy is a classic , very comfortable and a joy to look at if you get the sapphire sandwich version which I have. It mostly goes unnoticed.
If I had to pick only one I would pick the speedy.

OmegaJJH · 3 November 2016, 01:31 AM

As stunning as IWC is i'd have to pick a Speedmaster Pro.

Too much of an icon to turn down.

Urosfan · 3 November 2016, 10:48 AM

Speedy unless if it was the big pilot

GradyPhilpott · 3 November 2016, 12:21 PM

I'd go with the Speedy.

I can't stand what IWC did to their pilot's watches after the Mk XIV.

nick c · 3 November 2016, 12:43 PM

Iwc

Art vandalay · 3 November 2016, 12:46 PM

IWC for me. I owned the Speedy and enjoyed it, but the IWC is certainly less ubiquitous.

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Alencon · 8 November 2016, 09:46 AM

Speedy with hesalite has a vintage look, very distinct. The sapphire version has the "cloud ring" and im not a fan of it. Iwc definitely looks nicer, while speedy flies under the radar. Lastly one is manual wind and the other is auto. Whichever you prefer

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gmh1013 · 9 November 2016, 12:27 AM

Ive slowly turned into a IWC fan....i now own two......so IWC

AzPaul · 9 November 2016, 06:37 AM

I think the Speedy photographs extremely well and was quite excited about getting one. However, once I got it on my wrist, I liked it quite a bit less. Sometimes it works like that.

Trurolexer · 10 November 2016, 04:23 AM

Speedy Pro

ELITEVIDEOGAMES · 10 November 2016, 07:39 AM

Here are both on the same wrist, not sure if you have made a decision since this thread is from October. Any news?
IWC_CORONA.jpg

IWC_PILOT.jpg

OMEGA_GREAT_DAY.jpg

SpeedySunlight.jpg

stockae92 · 10 November 2016, 07:40 AM

I say Speedy, I am a sucker for rich history and pedigree :)

31 October 2016, 09:46 AM	#1
Fuselierpa "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Virginia, USA Watch: SD43 Posts: 280	Speedy Pro or IWC Pilot Chrono? The MSRP is similar but yes, I know, the street price of these watches is a little different. But both are roughly similar in size and both are chronos. Both are steel and both are available with leather straps. Which would you choose, and why?

31 October 2016, 10:46 AM	#4
Rock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,850	Both nice watches. I thought the IWC was a bit more expensive (?) I'm an IWC fan so I'd go that way. Just a more striking watch to my eyes. __________________ Cellini 4112. Sub 14060M. DJ 16233. Rotherhams 1847 Pocket-watch. Foundation Member of 'Horologists Anonymous' "Hi, I'm Rocky, and I'm a Horologist..."

31 October 2016, 10:49 AM	#5
andreturning "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Andre Location: CT,USA Watch: Me Posts: 96	speedy.I wore my first one this weekend at the casino.They had a omega store.Great watches. __________________ New Air King 116900 No Date Ceramic Sub 114060 Datejust 41mm Two-Tone 126333

31 October 2016, 01:05 PM	#6
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,073	I generally like the look of IWC designs. That said I have lusted after a Speedmaster Pro for years, though I would never buy an Omega new. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

1 November 2016, 03:42 AM	#9
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	I would go with the IWC it's something different and a highly respected company. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

31 October 2016, 10:04 AM	#2
R-H "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Robert Location: Palm Springs CA. Watch: 1967 5513 Posts: 385	Speedy, would be my choice.

31 October 2016, 03:41 PM	#7
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,314	Speedy

1 November 2016, 03:29 AM	#8
RW16610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,203	My choice would be the Speedmaster here

1 November 2016, 03:51 AM	#10
mdgrwl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US East Coast Watch: Dealer Posts: 15,698	The IWC is an overall larger more 'masculine' watch if you will. Thicker and 43mm. Its a bold look with a classic and very copied "Pilot" look. I personally love it. The Speedy is an icon as well... overall slimmer and more of a daily wearer, more comfortable.

1 November 2016, 04:41 AM	#13
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	IWC in a heartbeat. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

1 November 2016, 05:12 AM	#14
masyv6 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: 35000ft Posts: 3,771	IWC, specifically 3777. The Speedy is a great watch and is certainly iconic, but it didn't sing to me when I was an owner.

2 November 2016, 01:03 PM	#17
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	Speedy Pro

2 November 2016, 01:08 PM	#18
rr-nyc Liar & Ratbag Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Renato Location: NYC / Miami Beach Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 5,344	I'd get a speedy pro. IMO it's a must have for a well rounded collection

2 November 2016, 01:10 PM	#19
ELITEVIDEOGAMES "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Tom Location: Long Island NY Watch: me sell games Posts: 1,898	I own both. They are great watches. The iWC is very thick and can be a little uncomfortable at times. However it's a very attractive watch and I always receive compliments on it. The speedy is a classic , very comfortable and a joy to look at if you get the sapphire sandwich version which I have. It mostly goes unnoticed. If I had to pick only one I would pick the speedy.

3 November 2016, 01:31 AM	#20
OmegaJJH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 6,668	As stunning as IWC is i'd have to pick a Speedmaster Pro. Too much of an icon to turn down.

3 November 2016, 10:48 AM	#21
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Speedy unless if it was the big pilot

3 November 2016, 12:21 PM	#22
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	I'd go with the Speedy. I can't stand what IWC did to their pilot's watches after the Mk XIV. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

3 November 2016, 12:43 PM	#23
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Iwc

3 November 2016, 12:46 PM	#24
Art vandalay "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Seattle Posts: 6	IWC for me. I owned the Speedy and enjoyed it, but the IWC is certainly less ubiquitous. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

8 November 2016, 09:46 AM	#25
Alencon "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: California Posts: 8	Speedy with hesalite has a vintage look, very distinct. The sapphire version has the "cloud ring" and im not a fan of it. Iwc definitely looks nicer, while speedy flies under the radar. Lastly one is manual wind and the other is auto. Whichever you prefer Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 November 2016, 12:27 AM	#26
gmh1013 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: greg Location: Tempe AZ Watch: GMT Posts: 5,703	Ive slowly turned into a IWC fan....i now own two......so IWC

9 November 2016, 06:37 AM	#27
AzPaul 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: Tucson, Az Watch: Rolex 1501 Posts: 13,903	I think the Speedy photographs extremely well and was quite excited about getting one. However, once I got it on my wrist, I liked it quite a bit less. Sometimes it works like that. __________________ Ain't much of a crime, whacking a surly bartender

10 November 2016, 04:23 AM	#28
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Speedy Pro

10 November 2016, 07:39 AM	#29
ELITEVIDEOGAMES "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Tom Location: Long Island NY Watch: me sell games Posts: 1,898	Here are both on the same wrist, not sure if you have made a decision since this thread is from October. Any news? IWC_CORONA.jpg IWC_PILOT.jpg OMEGA_GREAT_DAY.jpg SpeedySunlight.jpg

10 November 2016, 07:40 AM	#30
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,964	I say Speedy, I am a sucker for rich history and pedigree :) __________________ 135 ├┼┼╕ 246 R

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