IWC Aquatimer Vintage 3231

[motek41]

Hi,
very simple- could owners of the watch post their impressions and sure, photos are always welcome..I guess...
thanks

[Dimer]

I don't own one and I don't have pictures here :D But I have worn this watch a couple of times and I must say that I really love it. The big crystal with the inner bezel is beautiful. The rubber strap is very comfortable (I want one on my VC Ingenieur!), but a leather strap also suits this watch great. The movement is stunning, it has the 8xxxx in-house movement, also found in the Ingenieur series. This is a real workhorse. It has a special shock absorber on the rotor, you can even play golf with it! (with the watch on your wrist of course ;)).

[motek41]

hi Dimer,
thanks a lot for your comments. Interestingly, I think that apart of the Ingenieur (regular and VC), IWC doesn't have too many watches in the catalog with in-house movements that are basically suitable for everyday use. I have spotted the 323101 as a wonderful watch in that respect.
Would be great to see some pictures as well.
Which leather strap you find the most suitable for it? do you know by chance if the new Santoni straps will fit this watch??
best

[Dimer]

The Santoni straps will fit, as they will be 22mm! :D Before the Santoni straps will arrive, I would strap it on a nice brown alligator, just like the white gold version.

[motek41]

I agree Dimer...this must be an exciting combination..

[Minutemannen]

I just bought one and I have some lousy pics. My impression so far is very good. Despite its 44mm case it does not feel very big on the wrist. It's both dressy and sporty and the black dial and also the indexes have a nice and colorful shine when in sunny daylight. The inner bezel is running smoothly and the watch keeps very good time. The movement seen through the back crystal is beautifully made and in total I really love this watch. It's my first IWC, but most certainly not the last.

[Mick]

I have mine on my wrist as I type and could not be more impressed. Looks good casual or dressed up and is extremely comfortable. The offset crowns also add some interest. You will not regret it.

[jedmonds]

This watch was the first IWC I ever puchased (in june 2009). This is by far my most favorite watch. I get nothing but compliments on it. The watch is very durable, and keeps very accurate time. It can easily be dressed up or down for any occasion. You can not go wrong getting a Vintage series Aquatimer.

[HR F1]

I'm really liking the VC ATs the more I see them; going to have to check them out in detail the next time I visit the IWC boutique and my AD.