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Introducing the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon Edition “IWC Racing”

With the Big Pilot’s Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon Edition “IWC Racing”, IWC Schaffhausen presents a horological masterpiece in a design inspired by the technical world of motorsport.

VIDEO: How does the new IWC Big Pilot 43 differ from the original Big Pilot 46?

Back when I was first dipping my toes into the waters of watch enthusiasm, the IWC Big Pilot was one of the first luxury watches that captured my admiration. I had no means to afford it at the time, and I did not have the level of understanding I do today, but its utility and … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: How does the new IWC Big Pilot 43 differ from the original Big Pilot 46? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon Edition “IWC Racing”: Haute Horlogerie Contrasts

The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon “IWC Racing” edition piques Joshua Munchow's interest thanks to its connection between time, flight, and mechanics. This latest iteration of the Big Pilot’s Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon is new for 2021 and provides an extremely attractive proposition for the historically minded pilot’s watch fan. Here Joshua explains why.

Introducing: The IWC Big Pilot's Watch Big Date Spitfire Edition 'Mission Accomplished'

G-IRTY says goodbye with a spiffy Spitfire tribute watch.

BATTLE ROYALE: The T+T Team list their favourite ever IWC Big Pilot references

The IWC Big Pilot collection is a pillar of the brand for a reason. The design is iconic and has remained unchanged for the best part of a century, the wrist presence is almost unparalleled, and the double-barrelled power reserve means you can take it off for a week without needing to reset the time. … ContinuedThe post BATTLE ROYALE: The T+T Team list their favourite ever IWC Big Pilot references appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Low-Key Debut of the Coolest Recent IWC Big Pilot

Last month IWC premiered a limited edition that has all the qualities of a hit: a bestselling classic in an exotic material, made in a very small run – and also incorporating nerdy, collector-oriented details. Instead, the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Edition Black Carbon was debuted quietly, delivered to clients, and pretty much went unnoticed around the world. The first ever Big Pilot with a carbon fibre composite case, the Big Pilot Black Carbon has a black dial with grey hands and markings, replicating the colour of the composite case. It’s livened up by red accents on the power reserve indicator and seconds hand (and also the date disc, for a small number of special watches, more on that below). The famous “fish” More unusually, the Big Pilot Black Carbon has a “fish” crown – the oversized, onion-shaped winding crown has a stylised fish logo on its top. Despite being a seemingly trivial detail, the “fish” crown is dear to IWC enthusiasts, being a memorable element from IWC’s 20th century history – one many collectors regard as a golden age. From the 1950s until the mid-2000s, most water-resistant IWC watches featured a “fish” crown. The very first generation of the Big Pilot, the ref. 5002 introduced in 2002, featured a “fish” crown. Not long after, the “fish” crown was dispensed with in favour of a crown featuring the IWC “Probus Scafusia” emblem. This happened sometime in 2006, first with a “transitional” ref. 5002 that was equi...

Introducing: The IWC Big Pilot's Watch Edition 'Right-Hander'

For the first time we've got a Big Pilot with a crown on the left.

Introducing the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Edition “Right-hander”

IWC introduces the Big Pilot’s Watch Edition “Right-hander”, the first Big Pilot for the lefties in #watchfam

HANDS-ON: The IWC Big Pilot Edition ‘Right-Hander’ 

This is one of those watches that makes so much sense I’m amazed it didn’t exist until now. But before we dive into the details of the IWC Big Pilot Edition ‘Right-Hander’, let’s step back and have a quick recap on the Big Pilot.  The Big Pilot is a watch with two distinct histories. The … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The IWC Big Pilot Edition ‘Right-Hander’  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Big blue, the IWC Big Pilot Edition “Le Petit Prince”

Editor’s note: IWC’s Big Pilot is one of the most significant watches of the last 20 years. Its deceptively simple design belied the huge impact this 46mm monster had on the watch scene. But can it go dressy? Well, the IWC Big Pilot Edition “Le Petit Prince” makes a solid argument for the yay camp.  When … ContinuedThe post Big blue, the IWC Big Pilot Edition “Le Petit Prince” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Bronze

The Big Pilot’s Perpetual Calendar gets a new look in its latest iteration. Now fit with a bronze case, olive green dial and brown calfskin strap, the new Big Pilot is even more attractive to those looking for a stealthy rustic timepiece.

Spot The Watch: What would you wear if you are Dwayne Johnson and saving the world from mutated animals? (spot corrected!)

If you are 6’5” tall (1.96m) and weigh 260lb (118kg) the only appropriate watch that you'd "rock" would probably be one with huge presence on the wrist. We spot Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock wear an IWC Big Pilot's Heritage. 

TEAM PICK: Andy Green’s favourite stories of 2016

Continuing with our series of Team Picks, it’s Andy Green who has the reins today, wrangling the three gems he enjoyed reading most on T+T in 2016. HANDS-ON: Size does matter, the 2016 IWC Big Pilot Edition “Le Petit Prince” BY: Felix Scholz PUBLISHED: May “The title alone had me. Also, Felix pretending to know cars is … ContinuedThe post TEAM PICK: Andy Green’s favourite stories of 2016 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

One Fixed Gear Bike, One IWC Big Pilot And 300km of The Tour De France

Review: IWC Big Pilot Annual Calendar Edition “Le Petit Prince”

Full review of the IWC Big Pilot Annual Calendar Edition "Le Petit Prince" with hands-on analysis, live photographs and a bit of IWC Pilot Watch history. 

SIHH 2016: IWC Big Pilot and Pilot’s Watch Chronograph with pricing

Introducing the new IWC Big Pilot and Pilot's Watch Chronograph watches for SIHH 2016, bringing them more inline with their historical roots.