Thank you for the comments.
It still has the original fish crown. Have not been serviced.
Is "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" apply to watches?
Errr... Well, everything mechanical will require some form of servicing soon or later. My fear is always, the later it is, the more expensive it will be. I am one who believes in routine maintenance, makes good preventive maintenance practice.
Take my SD for example. It was serviced 2 years ago. However, the former owner screwed up the HEV and water got into the watch. Because I sent it in after I got the watch, they managed to save the dial from water rot. If not, it would have been a RM1,300 dial replacement.
With regards to the original crown, you can request IWC not to change the crown. But IWC may not be able to provide you with the guarantee of water resistance. Also you can request for the old 'fish' crown to be returned to you. Refer attached letter:
Dear Mr. XXXX,
Thank you for your email. I understand your hesitation and thoughts about this issue. I can clearly read your frustration from your email. With my following answer, I hope to provide you with some clarification:
The fish crowns are not produced anymore and are replaced by the new "probus scafusia" crown, which fits the old stamp from IWC perfectly. The "probus scafusia" crown consists of the same high standing quality as the fish crown. The crown will be exchange however only for the following reasons:
1. if the crown is badly damaged
2. if there is an issue with the waterproofness
3. if the client wishes to do so
The new watches which we produce, all have the "probus scafusia" crown.
If you would like to keep the fish crown, we might not be able to guarantee waterproofness of your watch. If you find yourself comfortable with this, the crown would not be exchanged. If we exchange the crown, we can also send the fish crown back to you, as kind of a "souvenir" should you request that. However, if you would have this wish please advice the local IWC dealers in case you would like to send in your watch. The dealers of IWC should be aware of this issue.
I hope that I was able to help you with your request and remain at your disposal should you require any furhter assistance.
Best regards
Lxxxxx Pxxxx
Customer Service
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