The famous Swiss watch brand IWC launched two pilot chronograph watches made of advanced ceramic materials at the “Watches and Wonders” high-end watch exhibition in Geneva. 41. Among them, the pilot TOP GUN chronograph watch “Oceana” special edition uses a unique blue ceramic case developed in cooperation with Pantone®. Its design is inspired by the classic uniforms of the U.S. Navy, showing a deep and Solemn beauty. Another pilot’s TOP GUN chronograph watch 41 uses a “Jet Black” black zirconia ceramic case for the first time, giving the 41 mm chronograph watch a mysterious and tough temperament.
These two innovative watches are equipped with the 69380 movement independently developed by IWC, which is highly praised for its excellent performance and solid reliability. The use of ceramic materials not only gives the watch a light texture and elegant appearance, but also provides extremely high wear resistance and corrosion resistance, ensuring the long-lasting beauty and precise operation of the watch in daily wear.
Through the launch of these two pilot TOP GUN chronograph watches 41, IWC once again proves the brand’s extraordinary strength in the field of fine watchmaking and its unremitting exploration of the use of innovative materials. Whether it is for watch enthusiasts or professionals, these two Each new product is a rare masterpiece.
IWC will launch a series of colored ceramic pilot watches in “TOP GUN colors” in 2022, including “Lake Tahoe”, “Forest Green” ( IWC Woodland) and other colors. Now, IWC has added two more 41 mm diameter models to the series, making them easier to wear. This is the first time IWC has launched the Pilot’s Watch 41 with a hard and wear-resistant ceramic case.
The IWC Pilot’s Watch TOP GUN Chronograph 41 “Oceana” Special Edition (model: IW389404) uses a blue ceramic case. The ceramic color “Oceana” was jointly created by IWC and its partner Pantone®, and was inspired by the blue uniforms of the US Navy. The watch features a blue dial and a blue rubber-embedded denim strap. The dial and black hands are covered with luminous coating to ensure they are still clear and easy to read at night. The buttons and case back are made of lightweight and strong titanium.
IWC Pilot’s Watch TOP GUN Chronograph 41 (Model: IW389401) is the brand’s first 41mm pilot’s chronograph watch made of black ceramic. “Jet Black” matte black ceramic is inspired by the high-tech components of supersonic aircraft and has been the iconic material of the IWC TOP GUN series since its birth in 2007. The black dial and black rubber strap complement the matte black case. The black hands and dial are also covered with luminous material, making them clear and easy to read even at night. Titanium buttons and case back also highlight the sporty style of the watch. Equipped with the EasX-CHANGE® strap quick change system, the strap can be easily replaced without any tools.
Excellent performance, clear and easy to read
Both new products are equipped with IWC’s self-made 69380 movement. This series of movements is refined to strict standards and is robust, reliable and durable. The minute counter is set at 12 o’clock to enhance readability. The dial adopts a functionality-oriented vertical layout that has become a distinctive feature of the brand’s chronographs. The soft iron inner case built into the two watches can protect the movement from the influence of magnetic fields; the watch mirror is stable and secure and will not fall off even if the air pressure drops suddenly. In addition, both watches are water-resistant to 10 bar.
Engineering Pioneer in Ceramics
As early as 30 years ago, IWC was the first to apply ceramic materials to the production of watch cases. In 1986, IWC released the Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Watch (Model: IW3755). This watch used a black zirconia ceramic case, which was very innovative at the time. IWC is also one of the first watchmaking brands to develop different ceramic colors (such as white, blue, green, etc.). The production of colored ceramic watch cases faces many challenges in engineering design. In order to make ceramics into specific colors, zirconia needs to be mixed with other metal oxides. The raw materials and mixing ratios used in different colors are different. In addition, the production of colored ceramics requires high-purity raw materials and a highly complex production process. The characteristics of different colored ceramics and their components must also be fully considered, and the manufacturing process and manufacturing conditions, such as the temperature and time of the sintering process, must be flexibly adjusted.
The IWC Pilot’s Watch TOP GUN Chronograph 41 “Oceana” Special Edition and the IWC Pilot’s Watch TOP GUN Chronograph 41 will be officially released at major IWC boutiques, authorized dealers and the official IWC website IWC.cn . By purchasing a watch, you can participate in the My IWC program and enjoy the standard 2-year international warranty extended for 6 years.
IWC Pilot’s Watch TOP GUN Chronograph 41 “OCEANA” Special Edition
IWC Pilot’s Watch TOP GUN Chronograph 41
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