The IWC has just announced new, e-commerce only version of its Pilot’s replica watch Chronograph and it’s a very funny one indeed – the design is an almost exact reproduction of the much-loved original pilot’s chronograph. It is in turn was based on the famous 1993 Double Chronograph, with its Richard Habring-designed split seconds complication. The 3706 came in both a stainless steel case, and a ceramic case.
It is certain to be a much-discussed new chronograph from IWC, and in that light, it’s quite intriguing how it’s been released, and is being provided. It will not be available at IWC boutiques; on the contrary, this timepiece is currently available exclusively on IWC’s own e-commerce platform. And perhaps most charming was the statement – there was no standard press release.
The replica IWC Pilot’s Chronograph has been in company’s product lineup since 1993, in one form or another, and after that, it seems that it is almost fit for other branded models, with the hands and arrangement of the date display changing noticeably from one reference to the next. With this new model, IWC’s returned to many, if not most, of the design elements of the original. The position of the date indications and sub-registers are identical, but the thing that should really make IWC fans sit up and take notice is the return of the Mark 11 style hands. Besides, as with the original, there’s a soft iron antimagnetic inner case. There are some significant differences between this model and the original 3705 – the two most famous are the concentric circles stamped on the subdials of the new reference and the size.
It’s rather significant that that yesterday’s launch happened in such a soft way – particularly considering the amount of buzz this is liable to generate. IWC broke with the usual industry practice; there was no conventional press release announcing its arrival. The whole launch consisted of a statement on social media. It may prove to have been a smart move anyway.
Month: May 2018
Popular Replica OMEGA Speedmaster Reduced
The Speedmaster, which we called Moonwatch, is a miracle. It’s one of the most famous and historically meaningful models in the replica OMEGA family of replica watches. Decades ago, the brand has created different iterations of the model. This consists of the Speedmaster Professional line and the Speedmaster Reduced. Even though the Speedmaster Reduced is not in production any more, it still remains famous among collectors and fans of the brand. If you’re wondering just what makes the Reduced set apart from other variations of the Speedmaster, now let’s go ahead for more information.
The differences between the Speedmaster Reduced, the original Speedmaster Moonwatch, and other variations of the Speedmaster are subtle. You might not even notice at the first glance. That’s why it’s significant to understand exactly what makes the Speedmaster Reduced special and what to look for.
The most obvious characteristic that distinguish the Speedmaster Reduced from the other Speedmaster variations are in its design. One trait that characterizes the Speedmaster Reduced is the size. It’s smaller than your average Speedmaster, measuring only 38mm. Another meaningful difference is the dial layout. To begin with, the subdials on the Speedmaster Reduced are further apart. They are positioned closer to the outer edge than the center point. On most other Speedmaster variations, the opposite is true—the subdials are closer to the center.
What’s more, the Speedmaster Reduced features the minutes in Arabic numerals every five seconds, except at fifteen, thirty, and forty-five. On the contrary, most other Speedmaster models only feature stick markings. Eventually, the Reduced version has the word “Automatic” on its dial. This showed us the other major difference between the Reduced version and other models.
It’s obvious that there are plenty of aesthetic differences between the Speedmaster Reduced and other Speedmaster models. However, the most important difference is in the movement. The Speedmaster Reduced houses an automatic movement based on the ETA 2890-A2, also popular as Omega’s Caliber 3220. On the other hand, most other Speedmaster models come equipped with a manual movement. This consists of a Caliber 321, 861, 863, 1861, or 1863, depending on the exact variation of the model.
Although the Reduced version is out of production now, it’s still a popular replica watch for fans of the brand. It’s also a great option to the typical Speedmaster. If you love an automatic movement or a more modestly sized timepiece, this is the amazing model for you. But, if you’re looking for a more traditional iteration of the typical Moonwatch, just be sure to use these visual cues and specifications as a guide to make sure you get the exact timepiece you desire.