IWCPilot's WatchesModel No: IW503605

This IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar IW503605 brings together the familiar presence of the Big Pilot with the quiet sophistication of IWC’s signature calendar mechanism. The watch introduces its complexity with confidence through a 46.2mm steel case, a deep blue dial, and a layout that remains readable despite the technical load it carries. The four sub-dials track the date, day, month, and moon phases for both hemispheres, all adjusted through a single crown, a hallmark of Kurt Klaus’s ingenious system. Completing the calendar complication is the year window between seven and eight.

There is a certain charm in how this watch handles information. The double moon phase at 12 adds a poetic counterweight to the power reserve display at three, while the seven-day reserve of the 52615 calibre keeps the movement running steadily through the week. Twin barrels provide the energy required for the perpetual calendar module and maintain accuracy even as the watch moves through long intervals. The brushed steel case, oversized crown and clean typeface create continuity with the broader lineage, yet the depth of the blue dial gives this version its own voice. The sapphire caseback reveals the movement and an oscillating weight bearing an 18k gold medallion, a discreet detail that elevates the finishing without changing the watch’s instrumental character.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos.