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IW328092 is a reference in the IWC Pilot's Watch Automatic 36 line. The suffix "v2" is not an IWC term. It is a factory or dealer tag for the second production run of a replica of that watch. No public registry lists what changed between v1 and v2. Ask the seller for the parts list in writing.
What the base reference is
IWC groups its Pilot's Watch Automatic 36 references in the IW3280 block. The case measures 36 mm across. The dial carries Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6 and 9, a date window at 3, and a soft-iron inner case for magnetic shielding. Strap options include leather and a steel bracelet. Confirm thickness, lug width and water resistance against the current IWC spec sheet. Numbers move between production years. Check the reference on the IWC site before you buy. Some numbers appear on dealer pages before the maker confirms them.
What a version tag covers
- Dial print: font weight on the maker name, spacing of the minute track.
- Handset: shape of the sword hands, lume fill color, length of the seconds hand.
- Case finish: brushing on the lugs, polish on the bezel edge, crown threads.
- Caseback: engraving depth, text alignment, serial font.
- Movement: Asian automatic, Miyota 9015, or a clone. Rotor noise and winding feel differ.
- Bracelet: end link fit, clasp stamping, screw links vs pin links.
Checks before payment
- Ask for photos of the actual unit, not stock images. Request a dated card in frame.
- Ask for a movement photo and the movement name in writing.
- Ask for a timegrapher reading: rate in seconds per day, amplitude, beat error.
- Ask if the caseback gasket is greased and if water resistance was tested. Most replica sellers do not test. Do not swim with the watch.
- Ask for the return window in days and who pays return shipping.
Service and parts
IWC will not service a replica. Independent watchmakers may refuse the job or may fit generic parts. A Miyota 9015 swap costs less than a clone movement repair at many shops. Keep the original movement if you swap it.
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What is unknown
The factory behind "v2" is not public. Two dealers can use the same tag for different watches. Compare photos across sellers before you commit. Weight is a rough check: a steel 36 mm case on a bracelet sits near 120 g. Ask for a scale photo.