IWCBig Pilot

Numbered 27 of 500, this IWC Big Pilot's 'Antoine De Saint Exupery' Limited Edition was purchased by the first owner in 2009 from a UK based authorised dealer. It’s a full-set example accompanied by the box, outer box, warranty papers, booklets and Saint Exupery book. The watch shows some light signs of wear, and its condition is within the bounds of the seller’s ‘A’ grading.

The watch has an impressive wrist presence with its rose gold construction and 46mm case. Legibility is a key consideration, with Large Arabic numerals marking the hours in a crisp white finish that contrast nicely with the striking sunburst brown dial. This limited 'Antoine De Saint Exupery' edition distinguishes itself through the ‘A’ inscription at 9 o’clock. It also incorporates a contrasting power reserve sub-register for additional visual impact.

IWC’s calibre IWC 51111 movement is housed inside the case, which beats at 21,600vph and has an impressive 7-day power reserve. The watch is secured to the wrist via a factory leather strap with contrast stitching, and a signed rose gold deployant buckle.

IWC has a rich history when it comes to aviation watches. In the 1930s, the company created a pilot’s watch for the German air force with a massive 55mm case. This inspired the introduction of the Big Pilot series in 2002, which has become an integral part of IWC’s catalogue.

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