• Baran Alkanpanorama_fish_eye
    Apprentice

    Member since: 22/01/2023
    2 years

    Hello everyone from Istanbul, Turkey Me ,Baran,38 years old
    Interior
    Architect,married and have a 3 years old little guy.I started to love watches
    with the Quantum Barracuda that my father bought me in high school.After that
    watch I have nearly 100 wrist watches of different models of different
    brands.Some of these,Hamilton,Tag
    Heuer,Sinn,Panerai,Oris,Breitling,Longines,Bvlgari,Omega,Seiko,Gshock,Chopard
    and nearly 30 pieces of Rolex.There are more and more brands and models but I
    cant remember all of them rıgth now hahah In years I became a real enthusiast
    of Rolex.Story behind a brand and of course quality is very important for me.I
    always know IWC but never gave a chance to ıt unfortunately because of the
    price range,I always went Rolex models.10 years ago one of my friends got a Ti
    bracelet chrono IWC Aquatimer 2000.I really fell in love with it and could not
    forget. I have 3 Rolexes now Oyster Perpetual,116660 Deepsea and 116613LB Blue
    face TT Submariner.For daily use I had a Oris Aquis but I wanted a better one
    for daily..I found a Aquatimer 2000 Ti ref. IW353804 from first owner.Very
    good condition but the rubber strap.I ordered a new rubber strap from IWC
    Boutique in my city.They were very kind opposite of the treatment in Rolex
    boutiques.I m wearing it since 10 days and really really love it. I got tired
    of the rolex craze in the market in recent years and by chance, I met with IWC
    oh lala! I m reading forums and find whatever I can.I think I will add a 41 or
    43mm Pilot Chronograph soon.I found this forum and a lot information for me to
    read.I think here is not so active but will be nice to comminicate with you.I
    have been Basel World many times in years.We have a very nice watch forum also
    in my country.There are IWC collectors also. I know I know this became a very
    long story but I want to introduce myself clearly to you.Thanks for reading.

    HAVE A NICE DAY GUYS...

  • Cromagnonmanpanorama_fish_eye
    Insider 〚✅〛

    Member since: 22/03/2001
    2 years

    Hi Baran,

    welcome to the forum.

    br Cromagnonman

  • Baran Alkanpanorama_fish_eye
    Apprentice

    Member since: 22/01/2023
    2 years

    I downloaded the IWC app to my cellphone but couldnt find the ıwc forum.Help
    needed

  • Mark Flemingerpanorama_fish_eye
    Master 〚✅〛

    Member since: 07/07/2013
    2 years

    Hi Baran

    i was in Istanbul a few years ago and met up with 2 very active members in the
    Istanbul watch scene! Both have owned IWC watches too :o)

  • Baran Alkanpanorama_fish_eye
    Apprentice

    Member since: 22/01/2023
    2 years

    Very nice to hear that.I wish to be with you next time :)

  • Bill B.panorama_fish_eye
    Master 〚✅〛

    Member since: 09/08/2006
    2 years

    Welcome to the IWC Collertors' Forum where you will meet some very
    knowlegeable people. I loved my one trip to Istanbul. It is a marvelous
    city. I hope to return again.

    I do remember the food too.

    Bill

  • Benpanorama_fish_eye
    Master 〚✅〛

    Member since: 05/05/2008
    2 years

    Hello Baran and welcome to The Forum! And congratulations, I love your
    Aquatimer 2000 - a fantastic watch and prime example of "Probus Scafusia". A
    great size, lightweight and good to 2000 meters, deep enough for me;)

    Best regards
    Ben
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  • Mr. Patrick Stachelpanorama_fish_eye
    Connoisseur 〚✅〛

    Member since: 01/08/2013
    2 years

    Hi Baran, welcome to the forum. You will enjoy it here, even it's dangerous
    for the wallet :D

  • Baran Alkanpanorama_fish_eye
    Apprentice

    Member since: 22/01/2023
    2 years

    This is my first IWC and I really fall in love with the qaulity comfort and
    design.Now I want to add a 43mm Chrono Pilot to my small collection.What a
    expensive hobby :)

  • Mr. Bob Bunnikpanorama_fish_eye
    Master 〚✅〛

    Member since: 22/08/2001
    2 years

    Welcome to the forum and another AT 2000 greets you from the Netherlands!

    Best regards, Bob

  • Mr. Jarrod Gillpanorama_fish_eye
    Master 〚✅〛

    Member since: 09/05/2012
    2 years

    Hoping to meet these two (and you again) in the not too distant future....

    Cheers

    Jarrod

  • Mr. Jarrod Gillpanorama_fish_eye
    Master 〚✅〛

    Member since: 09/05/2012
    2 years

    Welcome to the forum Baran from New Zealand!

    Cheers

    Jarrod

  • H.help_outline
    Apprentice 〚✅〛

    Member since: 08/01/2020
    2 years

    Welcome to the forum!

    Best regards from Germany

    Henrik