I started searching for a "decent" watch about 12 months ago and kept coming back to the IWC range. I couldnt work out what it was about them until I strapped a Portugese Chronograph to my wrist - that was it for me! I bought myself one for Christmas 2007 and dont think I have enjoyed a more comfortable and beutiful watch. Within having it on for no more than an hour, I was already having people comment on it - this has never happened before. Well done IWC!:thumbup: