IWC Big Pilots IW329304

IWC Big Pilots IW329301. Automatic IWC 82100 Calibre movement, Displayed through Exhibition Case Back, 162 Components, 22 Jewels 28’800 VPH, 60 Hour Power Reserve. Steel 43mm case diameter, 13.6mm case depth. Screw down winding crown water resistant case to 100 meters. Black dial with printed white numeral hour markers and track minute markers. Black Rubber Strap with Easy-Change system. Box and papers dated March 2022.

(RRP £7,200.00)

The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch has a rich history that dates back to the 1940s when IWC Schaffhausen produced the first Big Pilot’s Watch 52 T.S.C. (Tirette Seconde Centrale). These watches were designed for the German Luftwaffe pilots during World War II and featured large, easily readable dials, precision movements, and a distinctive oversized crown for gloved hands.

In 2002, IWC reimagined the Big Pilot’s Watch with the introduction of the Big Pilot’s Watch Ref. 5002, which became an instant icon. It featured a 46mm stainless steel case, a power reserve indicator, and a 7-day movement.

Over the years, the Big Pilot’s Watch has seen various iterations and limited editions, often paying homage to its aviation heritage. The collection has expanded to include materials like titanium and bronze and complications like perpetual calendars and tourbillons.

Today, the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch remains a symbol of precision, durability, and timeless design, catering to aviation enthusiasts and watch connoisseurs worldwide. It continues to honor its legacy while embracing modern innovations in horology.

RRP: £8.250