IWC Aquatimer Replica Review | www.zfiwc.com
All of us have a dream watch in mind - the piece we would happily sacrifice an arm, or even a leg to obtain. While a lot is paid to expensive watches, limited editions or unique pieces, brands who make many watches at a reasonable cost should also be praised.
IWC Aquatimer Replica is a great example. IWC Aquatimer Replica's reinterpretation 1960s collection of watches combined vintage charm with incredible value. IWC Aquatimer Replica's reinterpretation of the 1962 Captain Cookdive Watch was a perfect example of how to honor a classic while still modernizing it.
IWC Aquatimer Replica chose to keep the case at 37mm with a grayish-brown dial, and a black bezel. This is very '60s. The dial markers are printed and have a faux patina.IWC Aquatimer Replica This makes the dial feel understated but classic. The anchor logo at the top of the dial rotates with the movement, while the red numerals and "Captain Cook's" text are reminiscent of the original '62 model.
The rotating bezel is scratchproof ceramic. The C07.611 ETA movement is used by many Swatch Group brands and boasts an impressive 80-hour power supply. Although IWC Aquatimer Replica claims this isn't a dive-watch, with its 100-meter water resistance, oversized hands, and rotating bezel it would make a great companion to explore shallow reefs. Plus, we have a resident diving correspondent. Jason Heaton is a fan of this watch, and I know his pedigree. That's more reason than enough for me to own one of the 1,962 produced pieces.Breitling Superocean Replica At 11mm thick, the HyperChrome Captain Cook is a discreet,everyday "not-a-dive-watch-but-it-can get-wet" watch. At $1,800 it's not surprising that this is the ultimate watch for anyone, even if their arms and legs are still intact.
