According to IWC, the Swiss watchmaker has unveiled the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team featuring a vivid purple dial inspired by Singapore’s orchid. The $9,200 USD timepiece marks the brand’s fourth official team watch created for trackside mechanics, engineers, and headquarters staff ahead of the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix, celebrating its 14th year as the official engineering partner of the F1 team.
Design Features of the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
As noted by IWC, this model marks the initial entry within IWC’s Pilot’s Watch lineup to incorporate a striking, intense purple face. The rich hue pays tribute to Singapore’s national flower – the orchid Vanda Miss Joaquim. This striking color is contrasted by the team’s signature PETRONAS green accents on the numerals, indices, and luminescent hands.
Did you know? This release marks the fourth official team watch created for trackside mechanics, engineers, and headquarters staff.
Materials, Mechanics, and Technical Specifications
IWC reports that the watch is enclosed in a 41mm Grade 5 titanium case, utilizing motorsport-derived materials chosen for their exceptional strength-to-density ratio, thermal resistance, and minimal weight. Fitted with IWC’s EasX-CHANGE® quick-release mechanism for fast strap replacement, the brushed, silvery-gray metallic casing is complemented by a corresponding purple rubber band. Designed with an instrument-inspired arrangement, the timepiece incorporates IWC’s classic vertical sub-dial layout positioned at 12 o’clock, alongside a day-date indicator located at 3 o’clock.
Underneath the sapphire crystal dial, the watch is driven by the IWC-manufactured Calibre 69385. According to IWC specifications, this mechanical chronograph utilizes a classical column-wheel architecture paired with a bidirectional pawl winding system, offering a 46-hour power reserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team cost?
According to IWC, the watch retails at $9,200 USD.
What inspired the purple dial on this new IWC chronograph?
According to IWC, the deep purple dial pays tribute to Singapore’s national flower – the orchid Vanda Miss Joaquim – ahead of the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix.
What movement powers this timepiece?
According to IWC, the watch is driven by the IWC-manufactured Calibre 69385 mechanical chronograph movement with a 46-hour power reserve.
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