Discontinued IWCs

[the chef]

I seem to be a bit slow with my watch purchases. My 2 preferred IWCs are now discontinued (one a relative while ago, the other within the last few months). I realise these are very different timepieces; however, I'm drawn to the style of both.
I'm after either:
IW378303 - (IWC Aquatimer Chrono - with rubber strap) or
IW379901 - (Pilot's Top Gun Double Chronograph)

Unfortunately, the newer models of each really don't do it for me. The Aquatimer is now too 'specialised' as a divers watch, the Top Gun has lost some of the busy-ness the 'old' double chrono offered.

I'm predominately based in Brisbane but spend time in Sydney and London too - any ideas where/how I could get my hands on (ideally an unworn) either of these watches?
For obvious reasons, i'd rather not use the internet for such a purchase but realise I may be forced to.

Thanks

[anonymousmoose]

ROLEX OMEGA PANERAI CARTIER watches by Nicholas Hacko, watch dealer Sydney - Australia has them for sale in Sydney sometimes.

But my research shows in a lot of cases, you could fly to another country and get it cheaper than buying from a dealer in Australia. At one stage, clockmaker was selling Planet Oceans pre-owned for about the prices they were going for NEW in the USA.

Look at this for example. http://www.clockmaker.com.au/w/k2421.html A few years ago, even with the bracelet, I could have gotten it around this price NEW with a nice discount from the forum sponsor.

[Neptukker]

This one is an online shop http://lex-watches.com/iwc-pilot-chr...-iw379901.html but you can also step by in Enschede the Netherlands. http://maps.google.nl/maps?hl=nl&um=...ed=0CA0Q_BIwAQ
It's a trusted seller with all warranty and stamps. Good luck with the hunt!

[anonymousmoose]

What about this store in VIC?
http://www.watchgallery.com.au/Watches/Make/IWC.aspx

I say if you find ANYTHING you like for the price you want to pay for Australia, its worth the plane-fare to travel there.

[the chef]

Great - thank you. Looks like some decent shop/internet site recommendations. Thanks again (and keep them coming...!)

[Vahalis]

Have a look at Chono24.com

[anonymousmoose]

Have a look at Chono24.com

Site isnt working...

[Vahalis]

Site isnt working...

Sorry typo, Chrono24 - Luxury watches | buy watches | sell a pre-owned watch

[jnelson3097]

My AD has a new 3789. If you're interested, send me a PM.

[the chef]

My AD has a new 3789. If you're interested, send me a PM.

Thanks jnelson. I'm really after the 3799 (double chrono) but thanks anyway.

That Chrono24 site looks fantastic - both watches are available - and unworn. Decisions’, decisions... or both...