IWC Big Pilot IW500201

IWC Big Pilot 46mm ref. IW500201, complete set from 2004

Bezel Color : Silver Closure : Deployant Indices : Arabic Numerals, Baton Indexes Year Manufactured : 2000-2009 Band/Strap : Two-Piece Strap Case Thickness : 16 mm Case Color : Silver Caseback : Solid Department : Men Bezel Type : Smooth Lug Width : 22 mm Watch Shape : Round Style : Luxury, Pilot/Aviator Case Size : 46 mm Features : Date Indicator, Luminous Hands, Power Reserve Indicator, Sapphire Crystal, Screwdown Crown, Seconds Hand, Swiss Made Case Material : Stainless Steel Water Resistance : 60 m (6 ATM) Movement : Mechanical (Automatic) With Papers : Yes Reference Number : IW500201, IW5002, 5002 Brand : IWC Type : Wristwatch Band Color : Brown Band Material : Leather Customized : No Dial Color : Black Model : IWC Big Pilot Band Width : 22 mm With Original Box/Packaging : Yes Country of Origin : Switzerland Display : Analog The IWC Big Pilot ref. IW500201 is the first modern Big Pilot first released in 2002, featuring a 46mm stainless steel case and the in-house calibre 5011 with a seven-day power reserve. Description : The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch ref. IW500201 is a modern reimagining of IWC’s 1940s ref. 431, preserving the utilitarian spirit and commanding presence of the original. Its 46mm stainless steel case features an oversized “fish” crown and a soft iron inner cage providing magnetic resistance up to 32,000 A/m, ensuring exceptional durability. The matte black dial delivers superb legibility with luminous Arabic numerals, hands, and a discreet date at 6 o’clock, complemented by a power reserve indicator at 3 o’clock. Inside, the in-house calibre 5011 movement offers a seven-day power reserve and a finely decorated rotor engraved with the brand’s “Probus Scafusia” motto. Condition : This watch is in excellent condition, showing minor signs of normal wear including scratches and dings. The visible wear is more noticeable on the polished bezel compared to the brushed case. There are some light marks on the crystal that are only visible in certain lighting. The movement is running properly with all functions operating as intended, though the service history is unknown. Additional photos are available on request. Accessories : This watch comes as a complete set with its original boxes, booklets, cleaning cloth, and warranty card dated to 2004. Please note that the box shows moderate signs of deterioration consistent with its age. Brand: IWC Model: Big Pilot Reference: IW500201 or IW5002 or 5002 Year: 2004 Case size: 46.2mm Lug-to-lug: 56.4mm Case thickness: 15.8mm Case material: Stainless steel Dial color: Black Movement: IWC caliber 5011 Complications: Date, power reserve indicator Water resistance: 60 meters Strap/bracelet: Original brown buffalo strap with stainless steel deployant clasp Lug width: 22mm This item's authenticity will be verified by experts before delivery