BP 5002 vs 5004/5009

Dear forum members.I placed an enquiry in the wrong box,requesting some advice on the merits of buying a BP 5002 vs the 5004/5009.What are the advantages of the 5002 over the 5004/5009.Notwithstanding the obvious,that the 5002 is no longer available as a new model,and it does have a slow beat movement,except for the transitional model.I like the 'purity'that the 5002 has to offer in terms of history.I would appreciate any guidance from the forum members.
Thankyou.
Kenneth.

Hi Kenneth, like you (and many others) I was considering exactly which Big Pilot to get. I didn't care that much for the improved winding mechanism or higher beat-rate of the later models... so it was all down to the look (helped with the historical importance of the original).

Either way you can't lose - all the BPs are fantastic. Choose the one that 'sings' to you the most. And honestly, it's just a matter of time when you'll probably get the other one anyways... that's what I did

Good luck,
Thang

It is very clear - in terms of being "iconic", relating to the history, being the first Big Pilot watch of IWC at all (except for the B-Uhr of course) and also for the probability of keeping the value, the 5002 is absolutely best choice. Also, there are not 100 color variations of the model - the platinum version is the only variant.

If you are able, get a slow beat. The ticking is so much nicer and relaxing!

I agree. I was the happy owner of the 500401. I bought it alsobecause I was afraid to buy a used watch at that time. If I ever buy another BP, it will most likely be a 5002.

Kind regards,

Clemens

Thankyou members for your kind comments.All I have to do now is find an unadulterated BP 5002 with all the necessary certification and paperwork. If any one can help,please contact me on my email address.My apologies if this request is indiscreet.
Kind regards.
Kenneth.

Generally speaking question is, do you want to have a collector's item or good looking daily wearer? In my view the first editions and discontinued watches are more sought after as collectors items (5002). However the newer models are better in terms of looks and technique (5004/5009). The fact that the slow beat movement was changed in 5004, means for me that the faster beat movement is better from technical functionality point of view. I also like the deeper black dial look of the 5004. One could also say that the 5004 is the first Big Pilot with the faster movement.

I do not buy watches for investment, even though it is a plus, if a watch "looses less" in value. In summary, the 5004 made me smile more and went for it. Saying that I have thought of buying also the 5002, because of its heritage. On the hand 5002 is so close to the 5004, and it would seem a bit waste of money, so what would be the solution? A slow beat platinum model would be the rational choise, no uhrenvirus effect here :-)