In recent days, at the 2025 Geneva Watch Fair, IWC released a new pilot series chronograph watch. The design of this watch was inspired by the movie “F1®”, which perfectly combines the speed of racing cars with the spirit of pilots. Want to know what’s so special about this watch? Not only is it stunning in appearance, it’s also functionally precise and definitely worth a look!
IWC’s new pilot series chronograph watch unveiled
At the 2025 Geneva Watch Fair, IWC brought a new pilot series chronograph watch. This new product is inspired by the movie “F1®”. It can be said that the design of IWC this time is very bold and very interesting, because the combination of racing elements and pilot series creates a very brilliant effect.
Design features of the new Pilot’s Watch Chronograph
The new chronograph watch uses an 18K 5N gold case with a black ceramic speed bezel. The black lacquer dial, gold-plated hour markers and hands are paired with SuperLumiNova® luminous coating, showing the visual effect of a racing dashboard. This design is really unique.
Design inspiration for APXGP’s fictional team
This series of watches is based on the fictional team “APXGP” in the movie. It combines track aesthetics and watchmaking technology to show the unique charm of “miniature racing engineering”. This way of combining racing and watchmaking art is really eye-catching.
Precise combination of movement and function
This series of watches is equipped with the 69385 column wheel movement, which has a 46-hour power reserve and precise timing function. It is very suitable for track use. This kind of accuracy and reliability is what racing drivers need and what IWC pursues.
The perfect combination of movies and watches
The movie is not only an extension of IWC’s new product launch, but also the brand’s interpretation of the perfect combination of racing spirit and Swiss precision engineering. In the movie, retired driver Sonny Hayes, played by Brad Pitt, drives a real F1 car to compete with young driver Joshua Pierce. This kind of competition and collision between generations is not only reflected in the racing car, but also in IWC’s new products.
Meticulous craftsmanship and design concepts
Through meticulous craftsmanship and design, IWC condenses the passion and speed of racing on the wrist, providing watch enthusiasts with a unique wearing experience, while also demonstrating the brand’s deep integration between watchmaking technology and speed aesthetics.
Introduction to three watches and their functions
This time, IWC has three new pilot series chronograph watches. Among them, IW378009 (43mm) has an 18K 5N gold case, a black ceramic speed bezel, a black lacquered dial, gold hour markers, and hands, and is equipped with the 69385 movement;
IW388116 (41mm) is made of fine steel, black ceramic speed bezel, black lacquer dial, gold hour markers and hands, and is also equipped with caliber 69385;
IW388117 (41mm) is made of fine steel, black ceramic speed bezel, black lacquer dial, white hour markers and hands, and is also equipped with caliber 69385.
It is worth mentioning that the two stainless steel models IW388116 and IW388117 can quickly change the strap through the EasXCHANGE® quick change system. This is very considerate because they are not only limited edition chronograph watches, but also chronograph watches that can be worn daily.
Conclusion
IWC’s pilot series chronograph watch is really a visual and technical feast, perfectly combining the passion of racing and the exquisite craftsmanship of watchmaking. This kind of watch is not only a timekeeping tool, but also an attitude towards life. What do you think of this design? Welcome to share your views in the comment area, and don’t forget to like and support!
