IWC Mark XVIII or Spitfire?
Hey guys!
Im torn between an IWC Mark XVIII and an IWC spitfire. I like both equally and have been wanting an IWC for the longest time. Here are my pros and cons:
Mark XVIII
+Bracelet option
+No faux patina (i prefer the look)
+ $500 cheaper
-40mm size
-ETA movement at that price
Spitfire
+newer
+inhouse movement
+39mm size
-faux patina
-no bracelet
Thanks everyone!
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As my girlfriend would say “That’s a hard one “
Don’t tell my wife though 😂😂😂👍👍👍
Mark 18 all the way. The bracelet is great and it’s a GADA. Spitfire bronze will patina in time which looks good for more casual attire but staying dry.
IMO one millimetre difference in diameter isn't much... Two is substantial, but one is too little.
Surface-wise, 40 mm has just 5,2 % more than 39 mm.
One more point to consider: Mk 18 has a date wheel colour-matched to the dial, Spitfire to the numerals.
Or get both: A Spitfire Mk. XVIII 😀
Something I’m somewhat torn between as well. I would go mk xviii over the spitfire. More versatile in my opinion
Say no to faux!
How big is your wrist? 18 is classic but the l2l is significant