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clpski · 5 February 2013, 12:12 PM

My current collection consists of a Milgauss, white face, GMT IIC, JLC Navy Seal, Pam 287 a Tag Carrera and I just recently sold my Explorer I that I am in the process of replacing with a Sub LVC.

I am looking at the IWC Big Pilot 5004 or 5009 or the JLC Tribute to Deep Sea American Dial. I like the JLC, its simple lines and quality are very appealing; however, I am worried it is too similar to what I already have. The IWC offers something different, I like the 7 day in-house movement and the strap options are great; however, the size is a limiting factor.

Input from anyone that has experience with one or both pieces and can offer pros and cons of one or both would be a big help. I have read many reviews and both get high marks.

It is proving to be a tough choice because both watches speak to me.

kilyung · 5 February 2013, 01:08 PM

Both are great but have you tried on the BP? It's BIG.

Nitedeuce · 5 February 2013, 02:58 PM

Have you seen the 'newer' JLC Deep Sea Chronograph? Tried one on last weekend and prefer it to the tribute. It's a 42mm and has a rotating bezel along with a window that indicates if the chrono is running. There's also a larger ceramic version of the same. Not sure which JLC Navy Seal you have, so perhaps the Deep sea Chrono is too similar.

Psmith · 5 February 2013, 08:57 PM

Of those two, the BP

5 February 2013, 12:12 PM	#1
clpski Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: United States Posts: 157	Decisions Decisions My current collection consists of a Milgauss, white face, GMT IIC, JLC Navy Seal, Pam 287 a Tag Carrera and I just recently sold my Explorer I that I am in the process of replacing with a Sub LVC. I am looking at the IWC Big Pilot 5004 or 5009 or the JLC Tribute to Deep Sea American Dial. I like the JLC, its simple lines and quality are very appealing; however, I am worried it is too similar to what I already have. The IWC offers something different, I like the 7 day in-house movement and the strap options are great; however, the size is a limiting factor. Input from anyone that has experience with one or both pieces and can offer pros and cons of one or both would be a big help. I have read many reviews and both get high marks. It is proving to be a tough choice because both watches speak to me.

5 February 2013, 02:58 PM	#3
Nitedeuce "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Germany Watch: Rolex VC JLC IWC Posts: 452	Have you seen the 'newer' JLC Deep Sea Chronograph? Tried one on last weekend and prefer it to the tribute. It's a 42mm and has a rotating bezel along with a window that indicates if the chrono is running. There's also a larger ceramic version of the same. Not sure which JLC Navy Seal you have, so perhaps the Deep sea Chrono is too similar. __________________ "Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." - Ernest Hemingway

5 February 2013, 08:57 PM	#4
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Of those two, the BP __________________

5 February 2013, 01:08 PM	#2
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Both are great but have you tried on the BP? It's BIG.

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