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Introducing the IWC Pilot’s Watch Timezoner “Le Petit Prince”
The Timezoner features a unique complication in the world of watches, one that IWC debuted on a chronograph model back in 2016. In 2018 it was realised in a less complicated chronograph-free version in the Spitfire family. And now it’s in blue. But before we talk about the colour change, let’s quickly recap how this world timer actually works.
Essentially the Timezoner is a dual time watch, with the second timezone displayed in 24-hour time via the aperture at the top of the dial. What makes the Timezoner more special than your run-of-the-mill GMT is how you change the time. Simply push in on the bezel to unlock it, and then rotate it to your preferred timezone and that time display will change in sync. An elegant solution that avoids the necessity of fiddling with crowns and the like. This unique system was pioneered by Vogard, and perfected by IWC, who mounted the bezel on a spring rather than use a lever, as the original design did.
The IWC Pilot’s Watch Timezoner Edition “Le Petit Prince” is a limited edition of 1500 pieces.
Movement
IWC-Manufactured Calibre 82760, beating at 4 Hz with 60 hours of power reserve. Date, central hacking seconds, Timezoner function for setting another time zone using the rotating bezel, 24-hour display for worldtimer function.
Case and dial
Stainless steel, 46mm diameter and 15.2mm height, blue dial and blue ceramic bezel arched-edge sapphire, secured against displacement by drop in air pressure. Water-resistant to 6 bar.
Strap
Brown calf strap.
Pricing and availability
IWC Pilot’s Watch Timezoner Edition “Le Petit Prince” IW395503 is limited to 1500 pieces and has a retail price of $13,800 USD.[/td_block_text_with_title]