IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar
The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar was launched at Watches & Wonders 2021 and represents the perfect combination of classic pilot watch aesthetics and IWC’s signature perpetual calendar complication.
This model features a striking dark blue dial that enhances legibility while offering a bold visual presence on the wrist.
Case and Design
The watch sports a 46.2 mm stainless steel case with a thickness of 15.4 mm, providing a substantial wrist presence suitable for large wrists.
The polished and brushed finishes create a sophisticated contrast, while the oversized onion crown allows seamless adjustments of the perpetual calendar displays.
Water resistance reaches 60 meters, and the sapphire crystal protects against scratches and sudden pressure changes.
Dial Layout and Calendar Functions
The dark blue dial features four subdials and a four-digit year window:
- 12 o’clock: Moon phases for northern and southern hemispheres
- 3 o’clock: Date and power reserve indicator
- 6 o’clock: Month display
- 9 o’clock: Day of the week and small seconds
- 7 o’clock: Year window
Each calendar hand is tipped with a red arrowhead for enhanced readability, while the main hands feature white luminous coating.
The three-dimensional hour markers and concave calendar scale rings add depth, making this IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar instantly recognizable.
Movement – IWC 52615 Automatic
Powering the watch is the in-house IWC 52615 self-winding movement with 386 components and twin barrels, providing a 7-day power reserve.
The Pellaton automatic winding system uses wear-resistant ceramic components, ensuring long-term reliability.
Thanks to its perpetual calendar mechanism, only one manual adjustment is needed until 2100.
Strap and Wearing Experience
A blue calfskin strap perfectly matches the dial, providing both comfort and style.
Priced at approximately 30,400 EUR, the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar is a must-have for collectors seeking an oversized pilot watch with advanced technical complications.
Specifications
Stainless steel case, 46.2 mm × 15.4 mm, sapphire crystal, screw-down crown, blue dial, rhodium-plated hands, IWC 52615 automatic movement, 54 jewels, 28,800 vph, 7-day power reserve, blue calfskin strap, water-resistant 60 meters. Complication: Perpetual Calendar.
Learn more on the IWC Official Website.
Related guide: IWC Big Pilot Watch Collection.
