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IWC pilot's watch, large pilot's watch and Spitfire

In 1936, IWC presented the IWC pilot's watch for the first time. This meant that it was possible to buy an IWC pilot's watch for the first time. An IWC that was specifically designed and developed for aviators. The main features of this watch were the easy-to-read Arabic numerals and luminous hands. The watch was anti-magnetic and had a robust rotating bezel.

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At that time, the IWC dial was reduced to the bare essentials so that the pilots in the cockpit could essentially concentrate on the instruments. The luxury manufacturer's most famous IWC pilot's watch was developed for the Royal Air Force. The first large pilot's watches are very sought after by collectors. In 1988 the pilot's watch followed with a chronograph and IWC planned the large pilot's watch. The further development took place in 1992, when the pilot's watch with a double chronograph rattrapante and automatic winding came onto the market.
In 1994, the fabulous IWC Mark XII succeeded the Mark 11. From then on, the manufactory also produced ceramic watches, which on the one hand had the ingenious design of a completely black watch and on the other hand had the properties of extremely durable ceramic. The manufacturer then succeeded in developing a fantastic watch, the IWC Spitfire, which was named after the world-famous English aircraft Spitfire. The aircraft is a cult object in England and, at the time, a technical masterpiece, just like the watch. The “Spitfire” aircraft became a model for the IWC watch line. There are still some Spitfire machines today that bear an IWC dedication.
When a special edition of the pilot's watch was released in 2006, IWC honored the life's work of the French poet and pilot Antoine de Saint Exupery. Even during his lifetime, Mr. Saint Exupery was a master of his poetry and flying skills. During the Second World War he fought as a Luftwaffe pilot with great success against the German Allies. The IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph Edition Antoine de Saint Exupery in stainless steel and 18 carat red gold as a limited edition of 500 pieces was dedicated to him in 2012. On the case back of the watch is an engraving of his last aircraft, the Lightning P-38. A watch with a similar structure is the pilot's watch double chronograph edition TOP GUN. In 2012, IWC Schaffhausen announced that five new models would be added to the TOP GUN collection. The large pilot's watch TOP GUN is now a sought-after collector's item. The large pilot's watch Perpetual Calendar TOP GUN is also sensational with the perpetual calendar, four-digit year and moon phase display and 7 day power reserve. This watch is a masterpiece of the highest technical level.
If you want to buy an IWC pilot's watch these days, we would recommend the IW370771 or the IW370774. These two models are among the most sought after in the collection today. The pilot's watch IW377701 is equipped with a leather strap. If you prefer a steel strap, you should choose the IW377704 in the stainless steel version.
The IWC Big Pilot IW500901 is also recommended. This watch is the classic among pilot watches and an absolute all-rounder. This luxury watch impresses with an automatic movement caliber 51111 with 42 jewels and a power reserve of 168 hours as well as a power reserve display for 7 days. IWC watches are also ideal as an investment. The large pilot's watch in particular is considered to have extremely stable value and is sought after.
Some time later, in 1940, IWC launched the Large Pilot's Watch with a diameter of 55 millimeters, a manufactured movement and a large second hand. The IWC was also equipped with a central second hand and a stop mechanism for synchronizing to the second. The leather strap was available in an extra length so that pilots could wear the pilot's watch over their pilot's suit.
Take to the skies with the IWC pilot’s watch
The IWC pilot's watch has been around since 1936, when the first models in this series were introduced by the traditional IWC company. This watch was a wristwatch that was specially developed for the needs of pilots and was launched from the watchmaker's workshop in Schaffhausen. Even today's more modern models in this series are still reminiscent, primarily visually, of the legacy of the first pilots who wanted to see our beautiful earth from a completely new perspective and discover the world. The models in the IWC pilot's watch series bear the names of famous pilots from the history of aviation, such as Antoine de Saint Exupéry. Another series of watches is a homage to the cult film Top Gun with Tom Cruise. One of IWC's pilot's watches was specially designed and built for the Royal Air Force and was used by the Air Force for decades. The reason that a pilot's watch has become so famous and popular, and that many generations of men buy these watches and wear them on their wrists even though they are not pilots, is because aviation simply exerts an uncanny fascination on humanity. Buy a watch with this fascinating pilot's design and wear a piece of jewelry with special technology and beauty. You can offer your used IWC pilot's watch for sale here at any time and receive an excellent price offer from us. Simply contact us directly.
Fascinating technology and modern design
The IWC pilot's watch is not just for real pilots and for all those who explore the skies in some way. Even people who mostly stay on the ground love the design, which is both vintage and futuristic. The modern pilot's watches from IWC delight friends of aviation and technology fans. They are sporty and yet look simply chic with evening wear. Only the best materials are used to make the IWC pilot's watch. Leather and stainless steel bracelets are available. Regardless of whether you really take off into the skies - with a pilot's watch from IWC you are always on trend. Sell your used IWC watch right here for an excellent price. Ask us in Buying watches!

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