IWC Big Pilot 46mm Ref: IW500201

The IWC Big Pilot 46 mm Ref: IW500201 is a modern embodiment of IWC Schaffhausen’s legendary aviation heritage, drawing direct inspiration from the oversized Beobachtungsuhren produced for military pilots in the 1940s. Introduced in the early 2000s as part of the rebirth of the Big Pilot collection, this reference helped re-establish the Big Pilot as one of the most recognisable icons in contemporary watchmaking. The watch is powered by IWC’s in-house Calibre 51111, an automatic movement featuring the brand’s signature Pellaton winding system, delivering an impressive 7-day (168-hour) power reserve, displayed prominently at 3 o’clock. Its complications include a power reserve indicator, central seconds, and a date display, all laid out for maximum legibility on the matte black dial with oversized Arabic numerals and hands. Housed in a substantial 46 mm stainless steel case, the IW500201 balances utilitarian purpose with refined finishing. Within the IWC lineup, it occupies a flagship position as the quintessential Big Pilot—celebrated for its scale, mechanical endurance, and authenticity as one of the most faithful modern tributes to classic pilot’s watches.

Reference: IW500201
Date: 2006
Size: 46 mm
Condition: Used
Included with sale: Full Set