IWC Schaffhausen introduces the new addition of their IWC TOP GUN Pilot’s Watches collection with the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “SFTI.” This new model was inspired by the “Striker Fighter Tactics Instructor” watch that it unveiled back in 2018 in honor of the US Naval Aviation Community.
In 2018, IWC created the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Edition “Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor” in collaboration with instructors based on Naval Air Station Lemoore in California. Featuring a case made of black ceramic and the iconic TOPGUN patch on the dial, the rugged chronograph is available exclusively for Navy Fighter Weapons School graduates.
The new Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “SFTI” that is limited to 1500 pieces takes inspiration from the acclaimed “Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor“ watch. It follows the tradition of IWC TOP GUN watches. It is made with extraordinarily robust materials to withstand the extreme strain that pilots experience in the cockpit of supersonic jets like the F/A-18 Super Hornet.
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The large 44-millimeter case is made of black zirconium oxide ceramic. Ceramic ranks among the hardest substances on earth. It is extremely scratch-resistant, and its stealthy black color is totally anti-reflective.
The case back and chronograph pushers are made of Ceratanium®, a recent innovation from IWC’s materials engineers. This new material is as light and durable as titanium but at the same time as similarly hard and scratch-resistant as ceramic. Thanks to the combination of ceramic and Ceratanium®, the chronograph boasts an entirely matte black design.
A black dial completes the tactical look, and black hands are coated with luminescence. The small second hand and the tail of the chronograph second hand, which takes the form of a jet, add a touch of red to the instrument-style dial. Ticking away inside the sturdy case is the IWC- manufactured 69380 caliber.
The robust chronograph movement in classic column-wheel design ensures precise timekeeping and the measurement of stopwatch times of up to 12 hours. Another function is a date and weekday display. The sporty timepiece is fitted with a green textile strap.
