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Macro photos of an IWC Pilot Chronograph 3717
Sat, 02 March 2013 17:30
Since it was so fun taking macro photos of the Aquatimer timer last time, I turned my attention to the classic IWC 3717. Compared to the AT, this watch is definitely more worn and grittier, and there's definitely more "stuff" going on on the dial. To me, it's interesting to see the contrast of precision prints vs applied indices and subtle differences in texture of the dials and hands. The overall shape of the pilot is more flowing compared to the angular design of the aquatimer.
Oh yeah, it's nearly impossible to dedust a watch completely for these close ups. Next time, I'm going to do this as soon as a new watch gets unboxed.
Everything on the dial is matte in finish for maximum visibility. IWC did a good job integrating the date wheels with the rest of the dial.
A close up for the sub-second hand and dial. This patch of red is the only color on the watch. Looks quite well made to me! The prints are also as good as I've seen.
Like other IWC's I've seen, the brushed finish on the case is fantastic. Note that I failed to wipe the crystal completely clean.
The tang buckle looks to be milled from one stainless steel chunk. It's got the same brushed and polished surfaces as the case.
The minute and chronograph second hands are bent downwards near the tips. I'm not sure if that's to create clearance against the crystal, or to make it easier to locate their positions on the minute indices. Perhaps both. Also note that all the hands have correct lengths.
- sammysy