IWC Big Pilot Big Pilot’s Watch Annual Calendar Edition “Antoine de Saint Exupéry” White Gold

Reference IW5027-09

IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Annual Calendar Edition “Antoine de Saint Exupéry” White Gold

About this watch

The IWC IW5027-09 Big Pilot's Watch Annual Calendar Edition 'Antoine de Saint Exupéry' is a masterpiece of luxury watchmaking. Crafted from exquisite white gold, this limited edition marvel combines classic aviation style with modern horological innovation. The stunning design features a rich brown dial and bold Arabic numerals, while the annual calendar displays the month, date, and day in three separate windows. Powered by the IWC caliber 52850, this automatic movement boasts a power reserve of 168 hours and operates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. With its comfortable fit and robust construction, this watch is perfect for those who appreciate both form and function. The annual calendar is a significant advantage for individuals who want to keep track of the date without fussing with a perpetual calendar's complexities. This limited edition piece commands a premium price tag, but investing in it is more than just a purchase – it's acquiring a piece of horological history.

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Key Features

Exquisite white gold construction
Stunning brown dial with bold Arabic numerals
Annual calendar displays month, date, and day
IWC caliber 52850 automatic movement
Power reserve of 168 hours
Water resistance rating of 60 meters
Sapphire crystal scratch-resistant glass

Specifications

Brand

IWC

Family

Big Pilot

Model

Big Pilot’s Watch Annual Calendar Edition “Antoine de Saint Exupéry” White Gold

Reference

IW5027-09

Movement

52850

Movement Features

Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds
Date, Day, Month, Annual Calendar
Power Reserve Indicator

Case

White Gold 46.2mm

Dial Color

Brown

Crystal

Sapphire

Water Resistance

Current Listings

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Power reserve: 7 days (168 hours)
Case size: 46mm diameter

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IWC Big Pilot Annual Calendar Spitfire IW502702 $9,250

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The IWC Big Pilot's Watch Annual Calendar Spitfire features a classically simple dial and triangular index at '12 o'clock', reminiscent of the 1940 original. It pairs IWC's annual calendar caliber with the Big Pilot case, showing the month, date, and day in three separate windows.

Condition: excellent pre-owned condition with minor wear marks
Case Size: 46mm diameter
Lug Width: 22mm
Movement: IWC Cal. 52850

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Oct 31, 2025, 11:14 AM

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Condition: Excellent, lightly worn
Case size: 46.2mm diameter
Material: Titanium
Limited edition: 500 pieces

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Mar 5, 2025, 9:00 PM

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