IWC Pilots
IW388001
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Full Specification
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Brand IWCCollectionPilotsSeriesChronograph Top GunModel NoIW388001
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MovementFeatures Chronograph, Date, FlybackMovement AutomaticCalibre 89365CaseCase Size 43 mmCase Shape RoundCase Material TitaniumCase Back Closed Case BackLug Width 22 mmGlass Material Sapphire CrystalDialDial Colour BlackHands AlphaIndexes Arabic NumeralsStrapStrap Material FabricOtherGender MenWater Resistance (M) 60Warranty Period 2 Years + 6 years warranty extension by registering hereCountry of Origin Switzerland
About the IWC Pilots Collection
History
Pocket watches used by pilots were the norm when aviation first became a science. IWC soon changed that by revolutionising wristwatches wholly modelled for pilots. In 1936 the first special Pilot’s watch was introduced into the market, fitted and customized only for the pilot’s convenience. In 1940 the world was introduced to the Big Pilot’s watch which was a classic rendition of a cockpit design in an aircraft. The equipment was laid out in accordance to the placing of instruments in a cockpit. This was soon followed by IWC’s cleverly engineered Mark XII which was crafted as a tribute to the Royal Air force in 1948 and has been loved and used for more than 2 score years till date.
Features
The first few editions of the Pilot's watches were crafted with sound and pleasing aesthetics. Built with a clean and simplistic look in mind, the watch had a rotating bezel with an arrowhead index to help keep track of short periods of time as well as an antimagnetic escapement incorporated in it. The luminescent hands and numerals provide high contrast and great visualization. These luxury time-pieces have bold, rugged straps that embody the spirit of the adventurer. Sapphire glass in highly polished form is used in the making of these time-pieces to provide resistance to air pressure. This is purely a traveller’s watch. Many outstanding modifications and improved movements have been implemented in this collections design since 2012. The cases are made from a variety of dependable and fashionable material such as rose gold, stainless steel and ceramic. The dial comes in individualistic colours including black, blue, silver and brown, pampering customers till they are spoilt for choice.
Associations
The IWC’s Pilot's watch family welcomed in its midst a fresh new edition - the Top Gun watch, named in honour of the special training course offered by the United States Navy Fighter Weapons School, the ‘Strike Fighter Tactics instructor’ which has been famously dubbed ‘Top Gun’. Five new intricately designed models of the Top Gun collection came out to the fore in 2012, more than enough for Top Gun to delineate and become an independent line altogether.
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- Brand IWC
- Reference 89365
- Movement Automatic
- Display Analog
- Power Reserve approx. 68 hours
- Frequency 28800 bph
- Date Date
- Chronograph Chronograph, Flyback
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RATING & REIVEWS
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Based on 4 Reviews.
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Elroy Pereira (5/5)
Posted on 24/08/2014
IWC is proud of its Top Gun labeled aviator watches which is a tribute to a US Marine Corps base in San Diego where TOPGUN pilots are instructed. Its 89365 calibre is housed in a 43 mm ceramic case. The black dial has a cockpit sort of feel to it with its luminescent white Arabic numeral hour markers offering clear readability, altimeter simulating date display, propeller style hands and a centralized second hand with a red silhouette of a jet at one end. The pedigree of this watch is further confirmed with a Top Gun motif on the case-back. In addition to being water resistant to 60 m, it has a soft-iron inner case which protects from magnetic interference and chronograph function with a flyback chronograph hand.
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Yoginder Chauhan (5/5)
Posted on 27/07/2014
Wow what a watch!!
Black in color with date, what a look.
I will love to have this watch in my collection.This watch catches every ones attention, when you are some where in a public place or in a party . -
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Ankit Yadav (5/5)
Posted on 09/07/2014
When it comes to premier luxury watches you can always rely on swiss watch makers IWC. Its lightwieght titanium 43 mm case makes it perfect for flyers. The anti reflective sapphire crystal for glass material saves it from any scratches. The watch is bestowed with soft leather strap and luminous hands. This is a perfect toy for the horology lovers ( with VERY big pockets)
Chronograph and day/date feature makes it a winner.
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Russel Fernandes (5/5)
Posted on 17/09/2013
I love the simplicity in design yet the powerful impact it manages to create!! Perfect for an elegant sporty wear, the functions too are commendable.