IWC might be famous for it's watches that are worn in cockpits and on boats, but IWC's dive watches are just as breathtaking as the rest of the collection. Here you can show off your IWC dive watch!
Love that version! I had the Cousteau at one time. My only disappointment was that after servicing they had overpolished some of the angular case near the bracelet attachment; rounding it off. I couldn't understand why they would not have approached the polish from a secondary angle maintaining the sharper lines of the case. Aside from the service, I still really enjoy that internal bezel, two crown design. I've considered trying to source a NOS to get that design back in its angular form... but, so many watches! It's a great piece, enjoy it! And, one of the best bracelets available!I really like this one!!!
On my 3290 pictured above, I just took pliers and cut out the fixed springbars. Then ordered 1.8mm thick, 22mm springbars from Otto Frei. Now, sky's the limit with any strap. And the quick attach goes back on just fine as well.Has anyone figured out how to use a regular strap and pin on the Aquatimer with the quick-change feature.
NOTE: This is a follow up to the strap question and solution I did to solve it. In order to use a normal strap with the 1st generation IWC Aguatimer Cousteau 3767-06. I was able to buy the Velcro strap of a $175 from the IWC Boutique store, Joseph was very helpful. When I got the strap the next step was to remove the screw from strap side. The best way I found to do that was put one screwdriver in a vice . Place the head of one side of the screw onto that screw driver and remove the other screw from the top with a second screw driver. Once that's removed you can use 20mm Seiko 2.5mm fat spring bars in the existing hole to mount any 20mm straps you have. The only issue you may have is some of the strap holes may need to be stretched a little. I also found that a little oil on the spring bars make it easier to insert the spring bar. Pictures belowThanks for taking the time on this, yes mine has the ears . The end links for the Velcro strap from that era is the easiest solution, but finding one of those straps is very difficult. Your generation watch appears to be at least workable. Why IWC didn't just drill lug holes along with their quick release system is beyond me. But I suppose they wanted to hold you hostage with their outrageously expensive OEM straps.
I'm trying two avenue, I have a generic strap coming from China that appears to have the quick release connection. I'm going to dissect it and see if I can create my own end links with a spring bar. And the second: I'm trying to find someone to just drill interior lug holes. If either one works, I will post it. Thanks again ! Love the watch, hate the limited strap options