IWC Aquatimer 2000 Ref. 3568-02 Review

[Submarino]

The Aquatimer 2000 is in my opinion one of the most iconic and beautiful models of the IWC house. With pressure-resistance to 2000m, 42-hour power-reserve automatic movement, 44mm size and a highly luminescent sapphire bezel, the Aquatimer Automatic 2000 is a great looking sports watch.

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Fitted with the IWC 30110 caliber —which is a modified base ETA 2892— the watch gets a little too noisy when the rotor is spinning around. The watch is available with a rubber strap or a stainless steel bracelet with quick release feature that helps when switching bracelets/straps without any tools other than your fingertips.

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The stainless steel case is solid as it can be with the typical IWC markings on the back and beautiful matte finish. While the watch case back seems to be a little too thick it still sits nice on the wrist, however, I wouldn't say it's the most comfortable watch out there.

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The sapphire crystal is extremely thick as needed on a watch that should withstand 200 bars of pressure. The crystal comes with AR coating on both sides.

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The sapphire rotating bezel is one of my favorite features on this watch. It's not only beautifully finished but very functional. It comes with 60 perfect clicks, easy to rotate (even when wearing gloves), easy to read under water, the beautiful bumble bee combo (black and yellow) offers great contrast and the super luminova could not be any better at night.

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The rubber strap could be a little uncomfortable because of the pattern on the back of it but overall is made of really nice durable rubber 'a la' IWC. The strap is fitted my a nice matte IWC buckle that is easy to open and close.

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Overall I the craftsmanship of this watch is excellent following IWC standards at a pure level. I personally enjoy the watch with jeans or a suit and it's a great looking watch overall.

[TSW]

Great review and beautiful pics H
Although i prefer the older GST's over the current models.

[eric23]

Nice watch, Congrats!

[mjclark32]

Nice review!

[Submarino]

Thanks guys!!!

[dysondiver]

i like the shape with the one crown and the bezel you just turn.
good health to wear it.

[anthonysntan]

A bit colorful but look macho ! I think would like Rolex sports watches for the now.

[amygdala]

I have the chrono and I do love it. But the rubber strap seems to short.

[Submarino]

Originally Posted by amygdala

I have the chrono and I do love it. But the rubber strap seems to short.

Agree with you. The rubber strap is way too short in my opinion.

[psv]

Nice review. Thanks for sharing!

[Sarajevo]

The white dial on stainless steel is on my list of watches to buy. I think the real draw of this watch is the beauty and strength of the design, as the movement is nothing remarkable. It looks and feels much better in the flesh than in any pictures.

Thanks for a great review.

[amygdala]

I was told by the AD that they have a velcro strap but I have never seen one. They say that it is a bit longer than the rubber strap. Anyone here seen it?

[Submarino]

Originally Posted by amygdala

I was told by the AD that they have a velcro strap but I have never seen one. They say that it is a bit longer than the rubber strap. Anyone here seen it?

You have to special order it from the Richemont Group. I have no clue how much it is but I would guess in the $250-$300 ballpark. Never seen one though.

[sea-dweller]

Nice review and photos!

[buddy13]

Superb piece of engineering...

[pdc26839@hotmail.com]

Hey Guys,

I was interested in getting this watch but I noticed that someone mentioned that the watch can be noisy. I personally hate it when you can hear a watches movement or you can feel the movement during normal wear. Can you only hear the noise when there is dead silence, or if you put your ear next to the watch, or can the movement be easily heard? Also, can you feel the movement during normal wear?

Thanks guys,

Cliff

[Submarino]

Originally Posted by pdc26839@hotmail.com

Hey Guys,

I was interested in getting this watch but I noticed that someone mentioned that the watch can be noisy. I personally hate it when you can hear a watches movement or you can feel the movement during normal wear. Can you only hear the noise when there is dead silence, or if you put your ear next to the watch, or can the movement be easily heard? Also, can you feel the movement during normal wear?

Thanks guys,

Cliff

As mentioned on my PM it can only be heard when shaken near your head or ear. But quite rattly.

[HR F1]

Nice review! I have both the white and black-dialed Aquatimers and they are great divers:




I am unable to hear the rotor on either of mine, though. Both keep excellent time. For a 44mm watch, it wears very nicely with the 50mm lug-to-lug.

The velcro can be ordered for around $350 directly from Richemont or an IWC AD. The quick change system is nice when I want to swap between the rubber and the bracelet but it does limit aftermarket options. I prefer the JLC quick change system as it allows aftermarket straps whereas with the IWC system, you are limited to what IWC has to offer unless you modify the velcro base.

[Submarino]

Originally Posted by HR F1

Nice review! I have both the white and black-dialed Aquatimers and they are great divers:




I am unable to hear the rotor on either of mine, though. Both keep excellent time. For a 44mm watch, it wears very nicely with the 50mm lug-to-lug.

The velcro can be ordered for around $350 directly from Richemont or an IWC AD. The quick change system is nice when I want to swap between the rubber and the bracelet but it does limit aftermarket options. I prefer the JLC quick change system as it allows aftermarket straps whereas with the IWC system, you are limited to what IWC has to offer unless you modify the velcro base.

Wonder why mine is quite noisy??? I recently bought straight from an AD. I hope nothing is wrong with mine. Can you post some pics with the velcro? I've been thinking about ordering one but I am not sure if I'd like it. BTW I love your white dial one. Really crisp!

[HR F1]

Originally Posted by Submarino

Wonder why mine is quite noisy??? I recently bought straight from an AD. I hope nothing is wrong with mine. Can you post some pics with the velcro? I've been thinking about ordering one but I am not sure if I'd like it. BTW I love your white dial one. Really crisp!

I'm sure yours is fine! Perhaps I just can't hear mine because I'm not listenly as closely?

I actually don't have the velcro; I only know the price because I spoke with an AD and also the Beverly Hills IWC Boutique to inquire about it as I was thinking of using the velcro base to work with aftermarket straps. From the pictures I've seen online, it looks ok but I think the current generation Aquatimers look best on either the rubber strap or bracelet. From a functional standpoint, the velcro is probably a good idea for someone actually diving with it as it comes in different lengths to fit over a wetsuit.

Thanks for the comment on my white-dial AT; white dial divers aren't too common and I think IWC did an excellent job with this one!

[cparks555]

I can't decide which one I like more, guess thats why you got both!

[Maxtor]

Clean design. Very modern.

[aboen]

Love the AT.
Thanks for the review.

[xbox]

Ooh - I missed this.

Great post and nice pics!!!

[Art 1]

Nice review and pics.

[karmatp]

I love my white dialed AT to death, it is one fantastic sport watch.

[Khairul]

Nice one from IWC Aquatimer range, mine is the Galapagos variant which does not have the kind of water resistant as this one.

[davecc85]

great review, I have white one, its great watch.

[Behtahan]

Originally Posted by HR F1

Nice review! I have both the white and black-dialed Aquatimers and they are great divers:




I am unable to hear the rotor on either of mine, though. Both keep excellent time. For a 44mm watch, it wears very nicely with the 50mm lug-to-lug.

The velcro can be ordered for around $350 directly from Richemont or an IWC AD. The quick change system is nice when I want to swap between the rubber and the bracelet but it does limit aftermarket options. I prefer the JLC quick change system as it allows aftermarket straps whereas with the IWC system, you are limited to what IWC has to offer unless you modify the velcro base.

How much did you pay for your unit?

[mlotus95]

great review.