Help with next watch decision (JLC vs IWC)

[acaixguard]

Went around looking at some watches today, and have narrowed my choices down to 2.

JLC Reverso Classic Duoface (would go for the larger one on the left)...


IWC Big Pilot...


Tough choice. The JLC would fill the dress watch niche for me, as I don't have one of those yet. Plus it's 2 practically 2 watches in one. But I also love the Big Pilot, and would wear that one more regularly. It is a bit large for my 6.3" wrist (and I think the pic makes it look larger on me than it is), but I think I can pull it off. But does it look ridiculously large on me? The lugs are actually exactly flush with the ends of my wrists if looking straight down. Also, the Big Pilot is more expensive.

Thanks for any suggestions!

[mps354]

I like the Reverso better, and I think they fit better

[liu_watch]

With a 6.3" wrist, the BP will be too big, but then size preference is very personal. I've had a 5002 and a 5004 and sold them eventually because of size (my wrist is 6.75"). Also, due to its size, the watch attracts too much unwanted attention.

So btw the two, I would go with the Reverso, though not any of JLC's current models.


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[acaixguard]

Originally Posted by liu_watch

With a 6.3" wrist, the BP will be too big, but then size preference is very personal. I've had a 5002 and a 5004 and sold them eventually because of size (my wrist is 6.75"). Also, due to its size, the watch attracts too much unwanted attention.

So btw the two, I would go with the Reverso, though not any of JLC's current models.


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Did you find the Big Pilot to easily smack against objects (ie. door frames) due to it's size?

Also, just curious which Reverso you like better than the current ones?

Thanks!

[wach16]

JLC for sure!

[liu_watch]

Originally Posted by acaixguard

Did you find the Big Pilot to easily smack against objects (ie. door frames) due to it's size?



Also, just curious which Reverso you like better than the current ones?



Thanks!

I'm usually careful with my watches so that wasnt an issue. The watch movement is also bit noisy, some may not be bothered by it.

I prefer the recently discontinued reversos such as the tribute 1931.




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[tmw84]

They are both so different... maybe you can also consider this

[Peterandwatches]

Nice Master Cal. Great value for sure - how do you like it? I've always wondered if it's a little cluttered, and I think i would prefer the dates around the moonphase, like the MUT Moon.

Will have to check it out in person one day.

[rolehex]

JLC Reverso

[jackal981]

Reberso

[mrhy]

Originally Posted by tmw84

They are both so different... maybe you can also consider this

My favorite JLC


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[BlackBay1]

I prefer the JLC but think you want the IWC.

[Jay (Eire)]

Big Pilot if that's the Reverso being considered. And it's a BIG Pilot, not a small pilot. Looks fine on your wrist if you ask me. I had one for 5-6 years, I have small wrists too and imho it wore smaller than other 45-47mm watches.

[Andrés G]

JLC Reverso.

[swils8610]

I've always wanted a Reverso until I tried one on. I've been thinking about a Big Pilot myself. Did you pick one yet?


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[gtnator]

They're totally different, obviously. My taste is with the IWC. I love that flight history.


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[Jim addy]

The BP looks too big for you. The strap says it all.

Reverso is a great watch.

Jim

[joli160]

Originally Posted by gtnator

They're totally different, obviously. My taste is with the IWC. I love that flight history.


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Same here

[tyler1980]

Big pilot for sure. I got mine for an occasional wear piece, but ended up consistently wearing it more than any other watch i own. There is just something special about it, plus the new dial in the current release is quite an improvement over the past variation.

It wears much smaller than a 46mm too. My AP 44mm wears much bigger

Also, it doesn't look too big on you, its supposed to be big. I would however get the shorter strap as the regular length one looks too long.

[sea-dweller]

A vote for the JLC!

[Demosthene]

Reverso.
Put it on a Perlon strap and you can dress it down rather nicely for casual daily wear.

[locutus49]

JLC Reverso for the win.

[bobby75]

JLC suits your wrist better and big case watches on a small wrist can not only be uncomfortable but can ruin the look of a nice watch (lugs hanging over your wrist) Two very different types of watch but I would say the JLC is the better choice.

[acaixguard]

Thanks for all the feedback! I have not come any closer to a decision between the two yet, as I am still torn between them.
To make matters more complicated, there are two other IWC watches that have stirred my interest greatly....

Portuguese 5007


Pilot Chronograph 3337


I realize in that pic that the 3777 looks rather large...almost larger than the Big Pilot pic I posted earlier. Rest assured that while it definitely fills my wrist, the lugs are pretty flush with each end of my wrist when looking directly down on it.

[youthagainsttt]

Originally Posted by acaixguard

Thanks for all the feedback! I have not come any closer to a decision between the two yet, as I am still torn between them.
To make matters more complicated, there are two other IWC watches that have stirred my interest greatly....


I realize in that pic that the 3777 looks rather large...almost larger than the Big Pilot pic I posted earlier. Rest assured that while it definitely fills my wrist, the lugs are pretty flush with each end of my wrist when looking directly down on it.

I would go for the Reverso out of the 2 but honestly, that reverse is too big for your wrist - the shape of to means that when you wear it, it pretty much takes up your entire wrist. Have you thought about the master control pieces? For e.g.. Master geographic is a great piece

[labourma]

I own it and love it! But also love the BP.

[mickyd329]

Portuguese 5007 get my vote, but I'm biased......

[yoast]

5007