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Iwc 3714 zf
- Thread starter Chel
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It was on watchbus, not much information about it though. I assume it runs on a similar movement to all the new IWC which is suppose to be the more reliable 7750 movement for secs @6, but we will see.
By "all the new IWC", do you mean the 3878 Spitfire? Or are there other models using an improved movement as well? Has it even been confirmed that the movement in the recent 3878 does in fact incorporate changes aimed at reducing failure?
Really dying to know more about this, as well, as up until now, I have been holding off.
Hoping for some good news!
Hoping for some good news!
markiemark
Bracelet King
Somebody took a look at the iwc 3878 movement. They used a new trick for the sec@6 which is more reliable. No jerky sec either. I'm not sure which factories use the real improved 7750, but ZF is for sure. So the ZF 3878, the just released ZF 3880, and the coming ZF 3714 are safe(r) to buy...
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Guys, I got the new "v5" from SWF for 3714 and it has modded secs @6 from spitfire models. Super smooth. I haven't posted any details yet because I'm waiting for a gen dial to arrive. From what I've seen from the pics, this new ZF is the same as SWF in terms of finish, bezel, etc. Gimme a week more and I'll post the movement front plate teardown info + dial swap guide.
Finally!!! Waiting so long for this already! Kennycoder that looks very interesting, looking forward to your post! Which TD did ou buy it from?
You, sir, are a prince. I look forward to lots of pics! :thumbup: I did not realize the v5 from SWF used the new configuration in its movement! If you're certain of this fact, then I won't hesitate to buy it. I've been dying for this!!!
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I got it from Toro. The watch is spot on. Bezel is held by the screws as the gen. Very easy to remove. Overall the hands, case, crystal and even the inside tachy are top notch. My biggest complain is with the rep dial. Has some minor issues like uneven "11" (fixed with a toothpick), uneven blue paint distribution on all the numerals and the IWC logo had some paint smudges (barely visible but still there), so that's why I got the new gen dial.
My feeling is that the rep dial is looking pretty good. They've finally got the shape right on the portuguese numeral 4.
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Sure, a gen dial will always be superior to a rep dial if you're willing to invest the effort and the money. I hope the rep dial will be impressive enough though
