Underrated Release and a stunning result. It shows that you don't have to reinvent the wheel to create a fresh look. What are your thoughts on the new IWC Mark XX? Did you even know that this watch was launched? 🥃

I'm so glad you called out the white date wheel being a better tonal balance against the 9 numeral than a dial-color-matched alternative. I've been saying this about certain watches for years, but most blindly adhere to "match the dial or bust" and perpetuate that sentiment throughout the community.

This is the watch from IWC I’ve been waiting for. Got to try it on in person yesterday side by side with the Mark XVIII and the slight changes with the lug proportions makes the new release way better. The quick change strap mechanism is a huge win for me. as well. Finally jumping into the IWC brand and will purchase it soon as the blue dial arrives.

IWC is a great brand. Recently picked up a Portugieser 5007 and man, it is so impressive! I don’t like big watches, but IWC has created one of the best proportioned and balanced watches with the 5007. I’m excited to try the Mark XX in person.

Tried it on today... AWESOME watch. Beautiful crisp dial, well built and gorgeous subtle polishing against a mostly brushed case, extremely legible from any angle and distance.... seeing this watch made me realise that my Rolex chasing has been silly and I had fallen into the hype trap (although obviously rolex make very good watches).. ... I'll be getting the IWC on the bracelet when that's out.. as long as its the 5 link one with micro adjust.... shame it isn't 38mm but even at 40 it sits well on the wrist. Very thin and has a great presence... A little heavy but then again I'm used to wearing a tiny F91W Casio.... Thanks IDGuy for this great tip

IWC is really doing great improvements to their watches. The Mark XX is such a great example of perfect balance between improvement an old classic but keep it fresh , modern and interesting at the same time. IWC 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼...

I feel like this release was made for me. I've wanted one of the now older models for a long time, only the 40 hours of power is too low for me and the 51 mm lug to lug was right at the edge of the maximum for me there. This Mk XX is incredible. I plan on getting it.

I appreciate the technological improvements. I own a 74 year-old Mark XI and a 20 year-old Mark XV and prefer their smaller size, smaller numerals and the traditional shape of the hands. The Mark XX is clever but a little shouty for me. But it's entirely a matter of personal taste.

Reminds me a lot of their spitfire, a watch I've been lusting after since I first saw it. The design is simple but it feels considered and looks fantastic imo

Nice analysis. At first glance it doesn't seem different at all but when you actually focus on the fine details you can really start to appreciate the effort IWC put in this. I've got a Mark XVIII myself and I actually like how the date blends into the dial. But an in-house movement with a 120 hour power reserve... I'd love to have that!

Merci IWC…just in time for my 50s…simply superb. Thank you for the news, I didn’t even realise it was out…

Until it was posted by one watch blog on Instagram (I forgot which, sorry!), I wouldn't have noticed! 72 hours would have been satisfactory, but 5 days PR is way cooler! Combined with the other updates you pointed out, I think I've found the IWC to finally buy!

Kurt Klaus is such a legend!

IWC is becoming my favorite brand. Beautiful, robust movements and perfectly executed dials.

I had no idea this model had been released. Thanks so much for highlighting it! That particular shade of blue for the dial face is fantastic! I really love when a watch brand presents such a clean dial.

Yep. Loathed the Mark XVIII. Love the Mark XX. Still hoping at some point to pick up a circa 1999-2003 Spitfire UTC. I lusted after that watch back in the day. One day!

Nobody ever talks about the best modern Mark, the XVI. Perfect size at 39mm, has the ETA 2892-A2 bulletproof and accurate movement, same color and correctly placed date window, and a not too busy but very attractive dial. I bought mine brand new in box for a 45% off discount back in 2010. The Rolex Explorer killer.

Totally agree with your take on the incremental design. Surprising how much the date window feels “right” on the XX with that small adjustment in position / in relation to the numbers. Am I the only one who thinks a red tip on the seconds hand would have just set it off?

I was lucky enough to grab the MARK XX from the NYC IWC boutique. At that time, it wasn't officially released. I went in to purchase the spitfire. However, when I laid eyes on the exclusive timepiece, it was mine especially, with its upgrades bringing the balance back to the MARK VX. I also, purchased two quick connect straps - blue/red to change things up a bit. They both look great on the watch

BTW, @IDGuy, I bought this watch recently. It's....amazing. Movement is running at +2 seconds a day and keeps on ticking. The size and thinness is perfect for natos and really a strap monster. The dial layout is really well balanced and a joy to read the time on. Elegant, tough, versatile, build quality is top notch, the list keeps going. FYI - I purchased the blue dial and I recommend because the dial will change depending on the strap used.

I love this style of watch, it’s just so clean and, important for a watch I believe, legible! It now has the in house movement it deserved at that price point. I’d prefer it on a bracelet and you could make this a do it all piece👌

Nicely done, IWC. My pal got a Spitfire a few months ago. I had it on my wrist recently - a very nice watch in all respects!

So stunning and brave! We have never seen anything like this before. It's been integrated into everyday life.

What your doing with this channel is fantastic. Art and design is where I come from and hearing someone speak regularly about proportion and the visual language encompassing watch design is a refreshing take many reviewers can’t muster. I enjoy all levels of watch discussion but this is where my passion lies. Thank you for doing it.

Finally a face to the voice. I imagined a weather beaten face, bushy beard seaman. Great work you are doing.

Their watches are outstanding! A field design watch is timeless and can go with jeans and a t-shirt to a suit & tie. They duck under the radar with their simple and understated design and yet you can read the time with the flick of the wrist.

I own IWC spitfire 39mm definitely one of my favourite. The Mark XX is amazing 120 hours power reserve is insane, enjoyed this video.

Love the white dial Mark xviii- might be the next ‘watch w/o numbers on the bezel’ watch I buy if I ever run out of divers to buy. So clean. Anyone else remember the gigantic IWC ad (must have been 30 meters high) as you were leaving Kowloon Station to go into the mall in Hong Kong? Great memories before the mainlanders took over…

I always enjoy your explanation and commentary. Very eloquent. This is a beautiful watch too.

I have owned both the Mark XV black, as well as (and have kept) the much rarer white dial version, the "albino" Mark XV. Still one of my top watches of all time. Looking forward to trying out the Mark XX!

I just wish they kept the hands!

Finally got mine on bracelet. Wow, am deeply impressed. What an amazing watch.

Dude this is awesome... May be a little big but may also be just right... I've had several wobbles while I have waited for my 36mm silver Datejust...Railmaster (40mm and the 57 anniversary), globemaster white dial, submariner two tone (if I sell a kidney), Sinn 556i...... This IWC is also a contender Brain says wait for the Datejust, heart says get any of the above and it's happy days

I have the Mark XVIII PP. Super high quality bracelet, very comfortable watch. The lug to lug is fine my 7 inch wrist, but it does lack some presence as almost too slim. A criticism is the date window being a bit inside where it should be. I’m surprised the Mark XX hasn’t fixed that fully, it still doesn’t look quite right.

I would like to agree with you on this one, but for me it just does not make sense. This was the perfect opportunity to fully rebalance the date window and rectify the most divisive issue with the XVIII (which I own in blue). The in-house movement is not that big a deal as the XVIII was already highly regulated and mine, as well as many I know of, were running less than 2 secs fast a day and you still cannot even see the movement finish on the rear side! Also, I am not excited about 120 hrs as anything between 60-80 is more than enough, this covers a weekend change; other than that I would rather my watch is not running excessively and wearing out the mechanism, when not being worn for so long. The next pilots watch for me has to be a Longines Spirit and the new 37mm option looks great!

Absolutely agree with you on the XX. But, just picked up a SWC hyper-g and it fills the blue pilot spot in my collection at about 1/10th the price.

Excellent review of one of the best IWC releases in a long time.

I keep coming back to this post and can’t believe such a beauty has so little coverage. I nearly gave up on watches and this one is bringing me back with a vengeance. Very special watch from iwc… pretty much close the perfect first (and potentially) last proper watch for me…with a smile… Now…where is this metal bracelet ??!!

Really great video. You are spot on, the changes are enough to make me want own this model... and I loved the Mark XVIII. Just never enough to pull the trigger after much hemming & hawing . To me moving the numerals in and making them smaller is all the difference in the world, the lug changes a giant bonus and finally the power reserve making it an absolute sweet piece.

A real explorer competitor now with that spec

I really like this update to the Mark series. For me, I would buy this, and spend the extra money, rather than the new Tudor Ranger. Classic styling and technical improvements make this a great watch. When the bracelet comes out or is available, the easy adjustment system is a very nice touch as well.

Amazing video! Thanks for all the detail. Hoping this releases with a white face like the 18

Another great review and insight, thank you! Its one of the few watch brands, thats simple class and can spot a mile away - would love to own one, one day

would like to be this XX available with a no-date dial !! will buy that version direct !

Wow 120hrs, 10ATM, with an inhouse movement (intro was very funny btw). It does a nice job of straddling tool and dress with its more polished elements and and nicer strap compared to the XVIII. Only miss IMHO would be to include an open case back showing off that movement. Great vid as always.

Great video as always, great watch too. Just wish they’d dump the date window like they have for the BP43 and it would be perfect. Once IWC have done that, I’ll be throwing my money at them.

Just got the call for the 41 Chrono Mercedes F1 model. Got the Jones for another chrono. Nice looking unique styling. Stoked!

Agree. To my eye, so much better. Looking forward to seeing the Heritage iteration in titanium.

Why can’t they get the date more to the right for symmetry or make a no date? I’d rather have these changes than a 120 hour power reserve.

A great review. And nice considered development. As I mentioned on your Insta post, I have the Mk XVI which I enjoy and at 39mm ideal for me. I agree with you that the restrained and considered development is a lesson to others. The latest Speedmaster had the same detailed but respectful consideration. I also agree about the launch. Recent media heavy launches may have helped lift sales, but to the cost of true enthusiasts. Well done IWC

Why all this about MK XV? The Mk XII added a date and automatic movement, but remained close to the design of the Mk 11AND a JLC movement! This is the watch that really launched the rebirth of the IWC Fliegeruhr......

Mark XV is the pinnacle of the Mark-series.

The Smiths W10 and Everest are some of the best deals in the watch world for sure. History, heritage and capability, without the insane speculative price of a Rolex name on the dial

Hands down best release in the Mark series since the Mark XV. Very well balanced. Wouldn't give up my UTC 3251 for it, though.

Do you think it's possible to adapt the bracelet of the XVIII to the XX?

So no one is going to talk about how @1.45 this guy is wearing a nato? thats mind blowing

Love every change other than the hands not being matte black anymore. I loved that. The rest of the changes prove IWC is listening to what consumers want.

Is there a way to get some kind of IWC clasp leather strap. Not a fan of the buckle

GREAT video! I personally prefer the RAF hands over the Luftwaffe hands, perhaps there will be a variant of the XX like the XVIII “Tribute to Mk 11” which I adore.

Any information about a white dial version? Would buy a white one immediately.

I love the Breuget Marine 5517 Rosegold. So Beautiful ❤😅

That comment indeed made me think twice about how I look at date windows, normally I default to match the dial but now I will look at things with more consideration! Why did you turn black and white towards the end of the video? Not sure what it meant. I thought it was bloopers at first.

what's that strap and clasp combo at the 1:44 mark when discussing the Smith wristwatch? Love the channel by the way!

Sure: the XX has an in-house movement, better power reserve and a better water resistance - but it is also more expensive. And in the daily use, you would not realize the difference at this points. This is why I prefer the mark xviii over the xx - here's why: 1) the date window is black 2) The edge of the hands is matte black 3) it hat côtes de genève inside the clasp 4) the bracelet is matt. and all 4 points matter every single day when you wear the watch. and it runs around +1 sec / day (370 amplitude). soi, what ever IWC did with this movement, it's amazing.

I like the XX, I just wish they left the numerals and hour markers alone. It makes it look like a field watch with the numbers pushed in like that. Everything else looks great

I like it, but still think it would so better with a slightly larger movement. The date is just barely a bit to close to center for me. It just cannot be unseen

Beautiful. Just wished the date window in on the 6 or at least black, not white. Would have pulled the trigger. Love IWC watches

Probably the closest watch to perfect you can get. Well done iwc. I have a mark 18 and will also buy the mark 20 in blue.

Even with the increased price on the XX, the overall price seems a little easier to justify with the changes. All the changed details are improvements, in my opinion. The curious thing to me is that, unlike the Big Pilot 43, the lume is not on all markers/numerals around the dial. That surprised me, and apparently was also the case on the XVIII. That being said, I am personally waiting for the bracelet version to come out to try one one. IWC's CEO has said that there will be one out at some point. It is kind of odd they did did not wait for that to launch, but maybe they're having supply chain issues.

I bought an XX on a bracelet. The accuracy is unbelievable losing only 3 seconds in one whole week (I take the watch off while sleeping)!

Absolutely fantastic video!

Would you go the IWC Mark XX or the (relatively) new IWC 41mm Chrono?

Great release and love the changes. I also appreciate how IWC considers the user experience with a quick change strap. If IWC ever releases a similar watch in 36mm I would be very interested.

Love this version and Mark XV aesthetics. IWC does pay reverence to the Pilot's Watch and seems to approach each redesign with a kind of religious devotion.

I forgot to ask is the Mark 18 bracelet equal to the Mark XX or lessor in quality, and articulation. I prefer the look o the Mark 18 bracelet. Secondly how big of a difference is between the Mark 18 and Mark XX movements in terms of duarability, acucuracy and ease of service for the watch maker? I am looking for a retirement watch and will have Tudor and IWC Portugieser questions for you soon. Thank you for your time. Regars, Chris

Flieger watches shouldn’t have a date window at all in my personal opinion! The Stowa I own looks the part without the high price ! Nice watches just my personal bug bear is day date and power indicators on watch faces as we all have a smart phone so don’t need anything other than time on a vintage inspired instrument watch . Alway great breakdown thanks . :)

Very nice looking watch but do they make a bracelet for it?

Without the date window, I'd consider it! Have you ever looked at the Omega Railmaster from 2018? It's such an underrated watch.

Another great video IDGUY 👏

I think a silver dial version would be wonderful addition to the series for the xx

A definite improvement on the previous version IDGuy, usually I prefer a date a 6 but as you mention a white disc balances this out more not only occupying the space that a white number 3 would reside but it also keeps the baton at 3. Previously I had no issue with a 3rd party movement (and still wouldn't, easy to service and regulate) but the in house calibre in this watch is an interesting choice. This could well leap onto my list of watches to see in the flesh with no initial desire to purchase but it wouldn't be the first time that I've heard and seen pictures of a watch that struck neutral or less interest that once tried have purchased. My BB Pro would be an example of that.

Seeing the footage of the movement early in the episode, but then seeing the closed caseback made me stifle a sob. Good looking engraving though! Nice watch...Glad you made a point on talking about it since they couldn't be bothered!

I just wish it had the Mark XI handset rather than the sword style hands.

Great review. I was only thinking today that I would love to add an IWC to the collection. Not sure which, but this is a contender, so is the 43mm, so is the Big Pilot 🤔🤣 I also have to thank you again for making me aware about the Smiths that I bought. It is a keeper for life. May I ask what strap you have with the deployant clasp. Thanks and well done on another brilliant video 🙏👏🥃

Absolute class. Great review

Thank you for another informative and well-structured review! Just out of curiosity, is there a particular reason why you've failed to mention the Mark XII, lauded over the years by various watch publications and called 'Possibly The Most Beautiful Everyday Watch of All Time' by one in September 2021? I believe it's a very sought-after model by serious watch aficionados and IWC fans alike.

Thanks for the video! Mark XX seems extremely nice… thin, not too big, great lineage. A serious alternative to the Explorer or the new Ranger. IWC is back!

Maybe not for this model but how about showing renders/design mods of some watches like this channel used to in the past.i used to love that bit

Been waiting for a new Mark. But the white date window... and its positioning... Anybody got lume shots?

Absolutely agree

agree 100% I've been waiting for them to fix the 18. I owned one, and it drove me nuts, mostly for the date, but i did not realize that moving the numerals would help so much. i like the polished hands, too. any idea if the case dimensions have changed? great review, thanks :)

@IDGuy great, informative video as always. Question - what is your nato/deployant setup on your Smiths? Would like to look into it myself for my Nivada. Cheers from Montana. 👍⌚🍷🥃🌲⛰️🐻🦬🦌

In all honesty… if they had just moved the date window out instead of bringing the numerals in (as quick and easy fix) I would have bought one. The new face feels cramped in comparison… which is the reason why I went with an Archimede instead of a stowa or laco. To me the big pilot 43 has the perfect proportions although maybe a little big for some wrists

Awesome comparison video! I agree, big improvements over the XVIII. The XV has that original Mark feel and the dang near perfect date window placement in my opinion. Same as the current model Pilot 36! For the most part, I really love the improvements they made on the XX, and I agree with you that the white wheel adds more balance, but I can't help but feel the date window is still far enough from symmetrical that it feels a bit in no man's land? Still a much better product overall to the XVIII. How do you feel about the date placement?

A better design and movement than the Mk XVIII in every way indeed. Any idea why IWC skipped the XIX??

Good day, great vid. Thank you. Which do you prefer Spitfire 39 mm or the Mark XX on bracelet. They have the same movement i believe. Regards, Chris

For me, the most beautiful Spitfire is the Mark VI, The hands were more beautiful, the face work and applied numbers made it a much refined watch. I supose that they decided to save some money... I'm still sad that I had to sell it, because, for me, even with the inhouse movement, I am not interested in replace my old Mark VI

I just wish they would have made it without a day complication.

Very interesting review. Just a question: is the LTL 46mm or 49mm?

I agree with everything, but would suggest to wait until a version with a stock bracelet would be released.