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IWC Launches $65K Big Pilot’s Watch for 90th Anniversary

4/16/2026

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Summary

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IWC Schaffhausen unveiled the Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Ceralume for CHF 65,000 as part of celebrating 90 years of Pilot’s Watches.
The watch features a 46.5mm luminous ceramic case that glows in the dark and features brand ambassadors Eileen Gu and George Russell at the Geneva exhibition.
It uses an in-house calibre 52616 for the perpetual calendar, requires no correction until 2100, and comes with a white rubber strap.

History

Historical Context

Founded in 1868 by American watchmaker Florentine Ariosto Jones, IWC Schaffhausen gained prominence for its precision timepieces, particularly aviation watches. In 1933, the introduction of the Pilot's Watch marked a significant advancement in aviation timekeeping. Celebrating 90 years, the Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Ceralume showcases IWC's legacy of innovation and luxury, featuring advanced technology and a price of CHF 65,000.

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Story summary

IWC Schaffhausen unveiled the Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Ceralume for CHF 65,000 as part of celebrating 90 years of Pilot’s Watches.
The watch features a 46.5mm luminous ceramic case that glows in the dark and features brand ambassadors Eileen Gu and George Russell at the Geneva exhibition.
It uses an in-house calibre 52616 for the perpetual calendar, requires no correction until 2100, and comes with a white rubber strap.

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