Author Topic: IWC, Chopard or Tag Heuer (Read 42729 times)

Maverick27 · « **on:** February 12, 2011, 01:48:22 AM »

Hello all. actually this is my first time writing on this forum. it seems so hard for me to decide which one to go for between these three timepieces. i hope u all can help me doing a better decision. here are the details:

1. IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph : http://www.iwc.com/collection/pilots/IW3717/

2. Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL : http://www.chopard.com/en/classicracing.aspx#/en/classicracing/collection/168997-3001/

3. Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre 16 Day-Date : http://www.tagheuer.com/the-collection/carrera/men/carrera-automatic-chronograph-day-date/index.lbl?w=CV2A10.FC6235

hopefully u all can provide me with the good reason why these watches better than the other and if possible u can give me the detail of the authorized dealer which can gives me a good discount. thanks u soooo much!

Maverick27 · « **Reply #1 on:** February 12, 2011, 01:52:30 AM »

and for ur information this is my very FIRST time buying this fine/expensive watch. i have no experience and im a newbie. help needed indeed. hehe! thank u to all taikos and bosses. God bless u all

GlennTanChiaChiah · « **Reply #2 on:** February 12, 2011, 02:26:55 AM »

I don't know much but I can certainly tell you the IWC is a clear winner in this case. Tag Heuer no doubt makes some fine timepieces but their heyday has long since passed and most of their newer collections are often over-hyped, overrated and overpriced. More or less same story goes for Chopard. No offence in the choices you've made though. Matter of personal taste but I do urge you to consider something from IWC's Portuguese line, a model with a colourful history and a timeless classic. Whatever watch you decide to get, I only wish you enjoy it and wear it in good health. Cheers.

kwh74 · « **Reply #3 on:** February 12, 2011, 05:50:44 AM »

The above model IWC, CPD n TAG are mainly eta based mvmt and just like car (comes in ckd or cbu from eta). But if you look at Tag within the price for manufacture mvmt will be the TAG Carrera 1887 (mdl CAR2110/blk dial or CAR2111/sil dial) but its a Seiko IP and it still value for money compare with IWC n CPD.

IWC used a eta 7750 based plate only and other components are made in house by IWC. CPD will be an eta as well but with a better finishing on the mvmt.

For me that TAG 1887 is a clear winner. As there will introduce the new change with a tachymeter bezel that look a bit odd. The current batch with the smooth bezel is better looking like a timeless classic and only produce in a small quantity only.

From my source LVMH, the price increase (on 15 Feb after Valentine) for this mdl is very great abt xx% from current RP RM12000/- to new RP RM14200 (blt version).

Even with the price increase kick in, the TAG 1887 still a better bet compare with others.

Look into it and do your homework.

[no discount mentioned in forum, please pm]

rioet · « **Reply #4 on:** February 12, 2011, 07:01:17 AM »

i will definately choose IWC as i m a fans of them. to me tag is always overprice and i have bad experience with their calibre 16. so loose confident on them.

kwh74 · « **Reply #5 on:** February 12, 2011, 08:30:03 AM »

Sorry to hear tat but share with you even then IWC 3717 and Tag Cal 16 also based on eta 7750 as well. Looking at the huge quantity tat Tag produce compare IWC. sure there will be some overlook by their QC dept.

All eta 7750 based chrono are good workhorse mvmt. That why most of the renown watch brand used them as their chrono mvmt and different finishing depends on the price market segment.

maximillian · « **Reply #6 on:** February 12, 2011, 09:03:32 AM »

if i were to buy based on my taste..the tag looks great! display back..nice build quality overall..if i were to buy if im a WIS..id choose IWC..a more sophisticated brand..the chopard wont enter my list ahaha

chrisyen · « **Reply #7 on:** February 12, 2011, 02:09:41 PM »

iwc 3717 is a clear better choice. classic forever green german pilot design. much better resale value compare to the other 2. iwc brand worth more and is different class to me

chopard better get the in house luc movement.... superb quality!

tag, hmm.... every 1 know tag, same price i better take ball, better build, higher spec, better resale value..... some more got h3!
if want to take tag 1887, better take newer improved movement seiko brightz phoenix... price slightly lower but matching quality with better movement!

lilpronaz · « **Reply #8 on:** February 12, 2011, 08:02:47 PM »

IWC by a mile. The quality and finishing is impeccable. Furthermore, it is one of the original five suppliers of the original b-uhr.

Tag is simply not in the same league as IWC or Chopard.

Maverick27 · « **Reply #9 on:** February 12, 2011, 08:43:29 PM »

thanks guys for the great advices. very details and swift reply from u all. God bless!

landyshah · « **Reply #10 on:** February 13, 2011, 06:48:59 PM »

I agree, IWC is on a different planet to the rest.

TAG...well...one of those "tak heran" brand nowadays....overrated, over priced, over hyped in my opinion. Worse still if they are quartz!!

jacky8888 · « **Reply #11 on:** February 13, 2011, 10:30:37 PM »

Iwc.... No doubt

Scott C. · « **Reply #12 on:** February 14, 2011, 04:07:34 AM »

IWC 3717....

But this model is getting common... I meet 2 people in a small open house yesterday wearing the same watch....

But then again, what the rest said it's true, I will go for IWC

rioet · « **Reply #13 on:** February 14, 2011, 05:06:23 AM »

looks like alot IWC fans in the forum oh....

takashi78 · « **Reply #14 on:** February 14, 2011, 05:32:28 AM »

Not really alot of fans of IWC per say but given that 3 choices the IWC is the clear winner IMO.
So you know what my vote goes for hehe

danny · « **Reply #15 on:** February 14, 2011, 05:54:55 AM »

Quote from: ailun86 on February 14, 2011, 05:50:55 AM

The current batch with the smooth bezel is better looking like a timeless classic and only produce in a small quantity only.

Which model are you referring to?

jacky8888 · « **Reply #16 on:** February 14, 2011, 06:50:32 AM »

Quote from: ailun86 on February 14, 2011, 05:50:55 AM

The current batch with the smooth bezel is better looking like a timeless classic and only produce in a small quantity only.

Are u refering to the Tag Carrera 1887??

Maverick27 · « **Reply #17 on:** February 14, 2011, 06:52:01 AM »

Guys, what about the Chopard. Not so many chopard's fan here right? Hehe.

Maverick27 · « **Reply #18 on:** February 14, 2011, 06:55:11 AM »

I went again yesterday to klcc just to put it on my wrist one last time before i decide. Ohh! It's very tough to decide. It's like my mind says, IWC and my heart says Chopard. Hehe!

Scott C. · « **Reply #19 on:** February 14, 2011, 07:28:31 AM »

Btw, I'm getting my tag1887 tomorrow... Can't believe I will get this one but it's really
Value for money and nice looking dress watch!! Poisoned by Mr Danny!!!

Iwc3717 uses 7750 and I used to owed 2 before, both sold because I don't like the 7750 rotor wobble when u swing your write.. It's a very accurate watch and iwc did adjusted it to 5 positions

this model also value for money... I'm not sure the retail now but I think its around 16K.. PM me if you want to check out details and discount..

If you like chrono, maybe can check out other brand or the iwc splitfighter (same as 3717 but in White dial, at least this one less being spotted)

Good luck;)

takashi78 · « **Reply #20 on:** February 14, 2011, 08:07:26 AM »

Its silver dial Scott hehe.

Well i am a huge fan of Chopard, but not their ETA based watches.
Have you checked out the Chopard with LUC movt? wondefull ! To me rivals anything from the big boys in terms of finishing.

kwh74 · « **Reply #21 on:** February 14, 2011, 08:11:58 AM »

Dear all,

The CPD tat tpetra is keen is ETA based.

Maverick27 · « **Reply #22 on:** February 14, 2011, 10:33:46 AM »

Is there a significant diffrence between 7750 and eta based?

ck77 · « **Reply #23 on:** February 14, 2011, 10:39:45 AM »

Quote from: tpetra87 on February 14, 2011, 10:33:46 AM

Is there a significant diffrence between 7750 and eta based?

7750 is under ETA. Grade depends on manufacturers.

Maverick27 · « **Reply #24 on:** February 14, 2011, 02:31:22 PM »

according to this timezone.com forum, chopard uses its in-house movements and one of the many companies that in the past supplied movement blanks to the Swiss watch industry under the auspices of Ebauches SA (now ETA). is it good or the other way around?

check this out: http://www.timezone.com/library/itsabouttime/200611201879

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Author Topic: IWC, Chopard or Tag Heuer (Read 42729 times)