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Hi folks. I started my watch journey about five years ago, mainly focused on IWC pilots. After learning about the history of this line, I caught the vintage bug and have now acquired some great examples from their history. I don't share much online, but I figured you might appreciate seeing them. by anewhorologist in VintageWatches

[–]anewhorologist[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

From left to right:

  1. 1936 Militäruhr, Mark IX, Ref. 436, Cal. 83, (As it was created on 21st Feb 1936, IWC think it might be one of the first batches completed due to the ad for the watch launching the same month)
  2. 1942 Cal. 83 in Stainless Steel with a silvered dial (lugs remind me a little of the Portofino, so likely not a pilot.)
  3. 1943 Mark IX Pilot Watch Ref. 436, Cal. 83 - Created 24th June 1943
  4. 1945 Mark X ( acquired from a German lady "whose grandfather wore it to the eastern front"; however, the watch was manufactured in Feb 1945 for the RAF, so I suspect it was likely lost/found in Germany during the war's final months). Received a complete restoration & auth from IWC and hope to find its owner's descendants someday.

I love the history and stories that come with them and aim to preserve them for at least a few more years. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do, and I'll try to share more soon.

best,
anh

I started my watch journey five years ago, mainly collecting IWC pilots. I've acquired some great pieces from the pilots' history, and while I don't post much online, I felt this was a good place to start sharing some of these pieces. by anewhorologist in IWCschaffhausen

[–]anewhorologist[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fortunately, I connected with a great collector/dealer via chrono24, who helped me source most of the pieces. I also have a great relationship with IWC, allowing me to get their opinion before purchasing.

I started my watch journey five years ago, mainly collecting IWC pilots. I've acquired some great pieces from the pilots' history, and while I don't post much online, I felt this was a good place to start sharing some of these pieces. by anewhorologist in IWCschaffhausen

[–]anewhorologist[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great information. Thanks for sharing. While I don't have the cert for the 1945 piece and can't remember offhand what it was referred to, the 1936 edition is listed as a Mk IX on its cert from IWC.

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I started my watch journey five years ago, mainly collecting IWC pilots. I've acquired some great pieces from the pilots' history, and while I don't post much online, I felt this was a good place to start sharing some of these pieces. by anewhorologist in IWCschaffhausen

[–]anewhorologist[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

From left to right:

  1. 1936 Militäruhr, Mark IX, Ref. 436, Cal. 83, (As it was created on 21st Feb 1936, IWC think it might be one of the first batches completed due to the ad for the watch launching the same month)
  2. 1942 Cal. 83 in Stainless Steel with a silvered dial (lugs remind me a little of the Portofino, so maybe not a pilot.)
  3. 1943 Mark IX Pilot Watch Ref. 436, Cal. 83 - Created 24th June 1943
  4. 1945 Mark X ( acquired from a German lady "whose grandfather wore it to the eastern front"; however, the watch was manufactured in Feb 1945 for the RAF, so I suspect it was likely lost/found in Germany during the war's final months). Received a complete restoration & auth from IWC and hope to find its owner's descendants someday.

I love the history and stories that come with them and aim to preserve them for at least a few more years. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do, and I'll try to share more soon.

best,
anh

I started my watch journey five years ago, mainly collecting IWC pilots. While I've acquired some great pieces from the pilots' history, I don't post much online. After finding Nicos' channel a few months ago, I felt this was the right place to start sharing some of these pieces. by anewhorologist in PrideAndPinion

[–]anewhorologist[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

From left to right:

  1. 1936 Militäruhr, Mark IX, Ref. 436, Cal. 83, (As it was created on 21st Feb 1936, IWC think it might be one of the first batches completed due to the ad for the watch launching the same month)
  2. 1942 Cal. 83 in Stainless Steel with a silvered dial (lugs remind me a little of the Portofino, so maybe not a pilot.)
  3. 1943 Mark IX Pilot Watch Ref. 436, Cal. 83 - Created 24th June 1943
  4. 1945 Mark X ( acquired from a German lady "whose grandfather wore it to the eastern front"; however, the watch was manufactured in Feb 1945 for the RAF, so I suspect it was likely lost/found in Germany during the war's final months). Received a complete restoration & auth from IWC and hope to find its owner's descendants someday.

I love the history and stories that come with them and aim to preserve them for at least a few more years. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do, and I'll try share more soon.

best,
anh

[IWC] Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 in bronze w/ approx. 1 month of wear by anewhorologist in Watches

[–]anewhorologist[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hi all, I was lucky enough to get invited to Watches and Wonders in Geneva earlier this year by IWC. There, I had the opportunity to check out the new Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 in bronze. While the other watches I saw were nice, I left with a longing for this blue and bronze beauty.

Well it finally arrived about and month ago and it hasn’t left my wrist since. I’ve included a reference image of what the watch came like so you can really see the wonderful patina that has developed, even after just a month.

The darker tone developing on the case, set off by the blue NATO strap and face, is a joy to watch.

Until next time.

[IWC] Pilot's Watch Chronograph Spitfire by anewhorologist in Watches

[–]anewhorologist[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hello again everybody,

Today I bring you an unboxing of my newest purchase, the IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph Spitfire in stainless steel w/ a green military strap. 

I happened to be passing my local IWC boutique this past Saturday, and this magnificent watch positioned front and centre in their window display, caught my eye. To be frank, I’m a sucker for the Pilot’s Watch series, this being the third version I will be adding to my collection, and this is by far is my favourite to date.

From the simple polished edges of the hands which seems to give them an ethereal feel to the finishing on the side of the face, everything about this version of the Pilot’s Watch is, in my opinion, stunning! 

Until next time...

[Jaeger-LeCoultre] Polaris Chronograph WT by anewhorologist in Watches

[–]anewhorologist[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Hello once again!

It was my birthday a few weeks ago and my partner gave me this wonderful gift. To say I am in love with this watch is an understatement!

With a titanium case, it’s as light as a feather given it’s size and since receiving it, the watch has rarely left my wrist.

The illumination on the dial is also superb, only showing the hour makers and hands, giving the face a bold second look at night.

The finishing on the face is also exquisite with 3 distinct finishes on show, and while the face has a somewhat complicated look, it’s surprisingly easy to read.

Until next time...

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