Infos about IWC Mark XVI

Hi guys,

I think need some time to get used the new forum.
Anyway, I need your opinion about Mark XVI.
What can you teel me about accuracy, caliber(which I think is an ETA 2892), and problems-malfuctions you faced>
Any opinion appreciated.

Dimitris

It is a 2892 base, with IWC enhancements. The movement is among the most durable and accurate automatic movements ever produced in the entire Swiss watch industry. You can find out more by checking the archives.

Thank you Michael

Hi DImitris,
I've been wearing the XVI as my daily watch for 14 months and it runs at -1/+3 secs/day depending on evening resting position, with no malfunctions etc at all.

Doug

I think is amazing when you think about the "Marks"- 10, 11, 12, 15... and going strong.
A great design, with fine movements, and priced right-
IWC did a wonderful job on these, and it is still going strong.

Nelson

I am also very satisfied with my Mark XVI 3706629. In fact a beautiful watch!
Comparing with my Mark XV in any case i prefer the Mark XVI.
My best regards

Dimitris--

Quoting Keats(I think it's Keats), "A thing of beauty is a joy forever."

Beauty, in the Mark XVI, is linked with pure functionality in glorious harmony. Further, everything that is said about its "workhorse" movement is entirely true. Finally, while not cheap, the Mark XVI will enable you to obtain a superb example of watchmaking art without sacrificing your children's college education. I can scarcely imagine you would be disappointed with its purchase.

Please keep the Forum posted as to your decision!

Cheers,

Donald

While the modified 2892 used in the Mark XV and XVI definitely isn't an 'in-house movement' (unlike the 89 used in the Mark X and XI for example), it is arguably the most accurate and reliable movement ever used by IWC.

Dimitris...My Mark XVI Spitfire was the first IWC watch I bought, and is still the most accurate and durable. I don't think you can go wrong with this great watch!

I have a Mark XVI Spitfire, and my experience matches the others'. It's an accurate and reliable watch, and its performance has been exemplary.

Dimitris:

The Mark XVI Pilot was my first IWC about 15 months ago. I enjoy this watch even more today. ACCURATE....+1 sec.

You will appreciate it's ability to be a sport watch as well as fitting for dressier occasions. A very comfortable fit, not to big - not to small.

Simple/Clean dial design allows for a "Quick Read". I find the Mark a perfect everyday watch. No negative issues so far. Everything positive.

You would be making a great choice with the XVI. Let us know when you bring that beauty home.

Best,

Andy

Hi!

Im new in the world of watches and new in the forum!
One month ago I bought my first real watch and it is a Mark XVI.
I'm totally convinced that is a great choice, its classy, not flashy to generate inconvenient feelings in people around you and of course you can easily know people that knows about watches if they recognice yours.
Mine its running 4 seconds per day and I' totally satisfied!

I keep contemplating it every day and i like how clean well designed it is

I've been thinking about getting the Mark XVI Spitfire for a few months now. This morning I realized the Mark XVII came out and it only comes in black.

Now I'm afraid I won't be able to buy it from an AD once I have saved up the money. The new Spitfire Chrono is quite nice, but I just don't want a chrono... I like seeing the central seconds going around (plus the chrono's case is 4 mm thicker/taller). ;o)

Dear Fenoglio:

Never fear! You ought to be able to purchase, from an AD, a new-in-box Spitfire OR Pilot Mark XVI for some time to come. Both should continue to be available for many months.

And either the Spitfire or Pilot Mark XVI would fit your "skinny wrist" better than the enlarged Mark XVII!

Cheers!

Donald

Dimitris, one can slice it and dice it as I want - but I must (as I have done before) confess once again that my MK XVI is the most accurate watch in my collection.

Never had an issue with it, wear it often and it is unbelievably accurate - sometimes less than 3-4 seconds over an entire week.

I like the watch, it's design (I have it on a bracelet) and that workhorse movement.

Go for it my friend.

Best regards
Mark

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AC,

Welcome to the Forum. A great place to learn and discuss everything IWC.

Your comments reflect the same feeling those of us who already own this watch had when we acquired ours. What I mean to say is, that for many, this too was our first IWC. You will always look at it as the foundation of your collection and appreciate it's "Simple Beauty". As you will see, not long from now, you will become consumed about the sheer clean design of the watch and develop a respect of the company as a whole who produced it.

I predict that a 2nd IWC will appear in your possession in the short distant future. I say that because just by accessing this Collectors Forum, a virus (known to all of us) escaped from the screen and has invaded your body. This virus has a powerful "side effect". It produces an urge to acquire more and more IWC. Do not resist! There is no known cure! Enjoy your new "Pilot", wear it in good health, and please let us know when your next IWC arrives.

LOL........Andy

P.S. Sorry, can't help with the winder. Don't use them (yet).