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SLRdude · 6 May 2010, 01:12 AM

IWC hands down.
If you buy based on design and which one speaks to you... either one.

If you compare based on quality, history and pedigree, IWC is in a completely different league than Hublot.

DerekS · 6 May 2010, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

The Hublot retails for $7300 and I can get it for $3595 +tax. The IWC retails for $4400 and I can get it for 3080 w/ no tax.

Sounds like the IWC holds its value better than the "you-blow" from his info.

DerekS · 6 May 2010, 01:20 AM

Personally...skip the YouBlow. Fun watches at best. They always seemed way too gimicky. You wont be sorry with an IWC. Loved mine every minute I had it.

Noonan · 6 May 2010, 01:26 AM

IWC all the way. I love the white dialed version of the Aquatimer you posted.

bobp315 · 6 May 2010, 01:31 AM

I like the Hublot. I want a chrono really bad though so it could just be that...

2th Dr · 6 May 2010, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Noonan

IWC all the way. I love the white dialed version of the Aquatimer you posted.

Dimitri, the AD didn't have the white one for me to look at. Does it look as good as the black?

cody p · 6 May 2010, 03:15 AM

iwc by a country mile. i find hublot to be horologically unstimulating.

Sweramic · 6 May 2010, 03:26 AM

Hublot, definitely. I haven't owned an IWC (yet

) though. Hublot are wonderful watches and Jean-Claude Biver is a true gentleman!

boa2 · 6 May 2010, 03:32 AM

Between those two, I would pick the IWC. I like many of the Big Bangs, however, and intend to get one. I've owned 5 IWCs.

Noonan · 6 May 2010, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Dimitri, the AD didn't have the white one for me to look at. Does it look as good as the black?

It lacks the full contrast of the yellow but I think it looks great. I'm partial to white-dialed watches though.

Not my pic:

2th Dr · 6 May 2010, 04:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Noonan

It lacks the full contrast of the yellow but I think it looks great. I'm partial to white-dialed watches though.

Not my pic:

Oooooo, that DOES look good, and I'm partial to white dials too.

vtsnowplow · 6 May 2010, 04:17 AM

i have the IWC aquatimer white dial with bracelet and it is stunning!

2th Dr · 6 May 2010, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by vtsnowplow

i have the IWC aquatimer white dial with bracelet and it is stunning!

Oooo, pictures please!

Mosco · 6 May 2010, 03:17 PM

Mark,

I bet this thread didn't help at all! These brands are so different that it is hard to choose one. In the perfect world, I'd own them both. However - since that isn't an option - in my opinion you won't go wrong with either. Bangs do seem gimmicky to some - until you actually handle one. Solid construction, easy to read (for the most part), cool cases. IWC - in-house movements for the most part, deep heritage... Both have redeeming qualities, IMO. Just post pics once you get either one!

blackmsport · 6 May 2010, 04:10 PM

Iwc

springbar · 6 May 2010, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Oooooo, that DOES look good, and I'm partial to white dials too.

Even better, get the unusual white-and-orange Aquatimer.

However, I believe it's available only in IWC boutiques, so you probably won't get as good a deal.

2th Dr · 6 May 2010, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by springbar

Even better, get the unusual white-and-orange Aquatimer.

However, I believe it's available only in IWC boutiques, so you probably won't get as good a deal.

WOW!!! I hadn't seen that one! OMG!

dalip · 7 May 2010, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Besides, is not variety the spice of life?

Indeed, indeed. The problem is your venturing has got me interested also and that is only going to result in one thing

After all I did almost get a Breitling .....and now actually with a little push from you there is another Rolex on it's way to me as we speak.....

Have to say I have my eye on a iwc big pilot...

Nica64 · 7 May 2010, 11:01 AM

IWC all the way!!

2th Dr · 7 May 2010, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

Indeed, indeed. The problem is your venturing has got me interested also and that is only going to result in one thing

After all I did almost get a Breitling .....and now actually with a little push from you there is another Rolex on it's way to me as we speak.....

Have to say I have my eye on a iwc big pilot...

What? What did I do?

dalip · 7 May 2010, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

What? What did I do?

You got a pepsi...that's what you did

As if it isn't enough that I see you're dentist pic and have been going for far too many check ups

They just keep screwing the reminder letters up now

2th Dr · 8 May 2010, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

You got a pepsi...that's what you did

As if it isn't enough that I see you're dentist pic and have been going for far too many check ups

They just keep screwing the reminder letters up now

You got a Pepsi on the way???

Man, this Pepsi thing is out of control!!!

Mockingbird · 9 May 2010, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

Indeed, indeed. The problem is your venturing has got me interested also and that is only going to result in one thing

After all I did almost get a Breitling .....and now actually with a little push from you there is another Rolex on it's way to me as we speak.....

Have to say I have my eye on a iwc big pilot...

I'm also looking at the BP! I have a feeling this is going to be a classic watch soon.

MJCox · 3 July 2010, 08:02 AM

Hublot

rfknauss · 3 July 2010, 08:28 AM

Hi Mark, I would go for the Hublot ........ love that blue dial. Also, it seems like the price is right!

wisguy · 3 July 2010, 09:57 AM

Out of those two I'd go for the IWC.

However, if the Hublot of choice would have been a Big Bang, then don't let the door hit you on the way out IWC!

kilyung · 3 July 2010, 11:18 AM

IWC. The fact that I've got three (3717 Pilot, 3227 Ing, 3548 AT) with a 5001-07 Port Auto on the way has no bearing on it of course.

Mockingbird · 3 July 2010, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

IWC. The fact that I've got three (3717 Pilot, 3227 Ing, 3548 AT) with a 5001-07 Port Auto on the way has no bearing on it of course.

Hows the 3227? I've been looking at one as a beater (well as beater as a watch that expensive can be) as they're so durable. (made to be indestructible)

Is it top-heavy or too heavy at all? The water resistance is 120m correct? The movement is in-house as in the newer (but much larger) Mission Earth?

Thanks in ahead, and sorry for all the questions, I'm quite curious about the watch!

bewithabob · 3 July 2010, 12:52 PM

i like IWC and already have a Top Gun and Big Pilot. Both are very comfortable, the movements are accurate, and I like the readability. Nothing however, beats a Daytona.

mpkRolex · 3 July 2010, 12:57 PM

Hublot Big Bang for me. Something like this in Steel and Ceramic

6 May 2010, 01:12 AM	#31
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	IWC hands down. If you buy based on design and which one speaks to you... either one. If you compare based on quality, history and pedigree, IWC is in a completely different league than Hublot. __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

6 May 2010, 03:26 AM	#38
Sweramic "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Movies Posts: 4,531	Hublot, definitely. I haven't owned an IWC (yet ) though. Hublot are wonderful watches and Jean-Claude Biver is a true gentleman! __________________ There are three kinds of people in the world: those who can count, and those who can't. -Warren Buffet

6 May 2010, 03:32 AM	#39
boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,941	Between those two, I would pick the IWC. I like many of the Big Bangs, however, and intend to get one. I've owned 5 IWCs. __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

6 May 2010, 03:17 PM	#44
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Mark, I bet this thread didn't help at all! These brands are so different that it is hard to choose one. In the perfect world, I'd own them both. However - since that isn't an option - in my opinion you won't go wrong with either. Bangs do seem gimmicky to some - until you actually handle one. Solid construction, easy to read (for the most part), cool cases. IWC - in-house movements for the most part, deep heritage... Both have redeeming qualities, IMO. Just post pics once you get either one! __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

7 May 2010, 11:01 AM	#49
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	IWC all the way!! __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

6 May 2010, 01:20 AM	#33
DerekS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Derek Location: Tennessee Watch: Rolex GMT IIc Posts: 160	Personally...skip the YouBlow. Fun watches at best. They always seemed way too gimicky. You wont be sorry with an IWC. Loved mine every minute I had it.

6 May 2010, 01:26 AM	#34
Noonan Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 2,156	IWC all the way. I love the white dialed version of the Aquatimer you posted.

6 May 2010, 01:31 AM	#35
bobp315 Banned Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: ManOfTheYear Location: USA Watch: Rolex, Omega, AP Posts: 223	I like the Hublot. I want a chrono really bad though so it could just be that...

6 May 2010, 03:15 AM	#37
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	iwc by a country mile. i find hublot to be horologically unstimulating.

6 May 2010, 04:17 AM	#42
vtsnowplow "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Posts: 345	i have the IWC aquatimer white dial with bracelet and it is stunning!

6 May 2010, 04:10 PM	#45
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	Iwc

3 July 2010, 08:02 AM	#54
MJCox Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: SATX Watch: Air-King Posts: 57	Hublot

3 July 2010, 08:28 AM	#55
rfknauss 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,497	Hi Mark, I would go for the Hublot ........ love that blue dial. Also, it seems like the price is right! __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

3 July 2010, 09:57 AM	#56
wisguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 2,406	Out of those two I'd go for the IWC. However, if the Hublot of choice would have been a Big Bang, then don't let the door hit you on the way out IWC! __________________ 5230G / 5146G / 124060 / BB58 / '59 Constellation

3 July 2010, 11:18 AM	#57
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	IWC. The fact that I've got three (3717 Pilot, 3227 Ing, 3548 AT) with a 5001-07 Port Auto on the way has no bearing on it of course.

3 July 2010, 12:52 PM	#59
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,417	i like IWC and already have a Top Gun and Big Pilot. Both are very comfortable, the movements are accurate, and I like the readability. Nothing however, beats a Daytona. Attached Images __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

3 July 2010, 12:57 PM	#60
mpkRolex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Watch: Pepsi Posts: 2,170	Hublot Big Bang for me. Something like this in Steel and Ceramic Attached Images

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