Featured IWC Schaffhausen timepiece
IWC Schaffhausen Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41mm APXGP
Created in honor of the fictional “APXGP” team from the movie F1®, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 APXGP boasts a design inspired by the team’s signature colors of black, gold, and white. The 41mm stainless steel case houses a black dial with white numerals and golden minute markers. Thanks to the EasX-CHANGE® strap change system, the black rubber strap can be exchanged at a touch of a button and without any tools. The tinted sapphire glass case back proudly displays the “APXGP” logo in gold, while the durable black rubber strap features a special laser engraving commemorating the movie's fictional team. Equipped with the IWC-manufactured 69385 calibre movement, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 APXGP offers a 46-hour power reserve.
History of IWC Schaffhausen
In 1868, the American watchmaker and entrepreneur Florentine Ariosto Jones travelled from Boston to Switzerland and founded the ‘International Watch Company’ in Schaffhausen. His visionary dream was to combine advanced American manufacturing methods with the craftsmanship of Swiss watchmakers to make the best pocket watches of his time. In doing so, he not only laid the foundation for IWC’s unique engineering approach but also established the centralised production of mechanical watches in Switzerland.
Over its 150 year history, IWC Schaffhausen has developed a reputation for creating functional complications, especially chronographs and calendars, which are ingenious, robust, and easy for customers to use. A pioneer in the use of titanium and ceramics, IWC today specialises in highly engineered technical watch cases manufactured from advanced materials, such as titaniumaluminide and Ceratanium®. Preferring the principle of “form follows function” over decoration, the Swiss watch manufacturer’s timeless creations embody their owners’ dreams and ambitions as they journey through life.
IWC sources materials responsibly and takes action to minimise its impact on the environment, creating intrinsically sustainable timepieces that are built to last for generations. The company prides itself in training its own future watchmakers and engineers, as well as offering an excellent working environment for all employees. IWC also partners with organisations that work globally to support children and young people.
