IWC Big Pilot Big Pilot Spitfire
Reference IW5009-17
About this watch
The IWC IW5009-17 Big Pilot Spitfire is a remarkable timepiece that successfully blends heritage, luxury, and functionality. With its robust automatic movement, striking design, and practical features, it’s a watch that resonates with both the aviation enthusiast and the luxury watch collector. The Big Pilot Spitfire captures the essence of adventure and precision, featuring a red gold case, grey dial, and large luminous hands for optimal readability. Its power reserve indicator allows wearers to track the timepiece's energy reserves up to 168 hours, ensuring reliability even in low-light conditions. At the heart of this watch lies the IWC caliber 51111, an automatic movement that showcases the brand’s commitment to horological excellence. With a substantial diameter of 46.20 mm and a height of 15.80 mm, this timepiece makes a statement on the wrist while remaining comfortable for all-day wear. The Big Pilot Spitfire is also water-resistant up to 60 meters, making it perfect for everyday activities. Its versatility, combined with its rich backstory and technical excellence, makes it a reliable companion for years to come.
Key Features
- IWC caliber 51111 automatic movement
- Red gold case
- Grey dial with bold Arabic numerals
- Large luminous hands for optimal readability
- Power reserve indicator up to 168 hours
- Water-resistant up to 60 meters
- Ergonomic design for comfortable wear
Specifications
- Brand
- IWC
- Family
- Big Pilot
- Model
- Big Pilot Spitfire
- Reference
- IW5009-17
- Movement
- 51111
- Movement Features
-
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds
- Date
- Power Reserve Indicator
- Case
- Red Gold 46.2mm
- Dial Color
- Grey
- Crystal
- Sapphire
- Water Resistance
- 60
Current Listings
IWC Big Pilot Spitfire - IW500917 - Grey - Rose Gold - 46mm - Mint
The IWC Big Pilot Spitfire IW500917 is a modern, automatic watch featuring a 46mm case size and rose gold material. The grey dial complements the rose gold case, giving it a sophisticated look.
- Condition: Pre-Owned - Mint
- Case Size: 46mm diameter
- Bracelet Type: Rubber B
- Movement: Automatic
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IWC Big Pilot Annual Calendar Spitfire $9,750
The IWC Big Pilot's Watch Annual Calendar Spitfire is a classic watch with an uncluttered dial and triangular index at '12 o'clock', featuring an annual calendar mechanism that shows the month, date, and day in three separate windows.
- Condition: Excellent pre-owned condition
- Case Size: 46mm
- Lug Width: 22mm
- Movement: IWC Cal. 52850
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IWC Big Pilot 5004 Steel 2012 (Papers/Unpolished)
A highly sought-after IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002 with a stainless steel case, professionally polished in March 2023, featuring a naturally aged original dial with subtle patina and a classic pilot's look.
- Condition: Unpolished, papers included
- Size: 46.2mm diameter
- Year: 2012
- Dial condition: naturally aged with subtle patina
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IWC Big Pilot Rodeo Drive 46mm Ceramic Blue IW503001 Complete Set Box & Papers
The IWC Big Pilot's Watch Perpetual Calendar Rodeo Drive features a matte black ceramic case with titanium accents and a deep blue sunray dial, showcasing a perpetual calendar, dual moon phase, and seven-day power reserve.
- Condition: Excellent condition with little to no signs of wear
- Movement: Mechanical (Automatic)
- Caliber: 52615
- Jewels: 54
IWC Big Pilot Top Gun Perpetual Calendar IW502902 Full Set, Recent Service
This IWC Big Pilot Top Gun Perpetual Calendar features a ceramic case, perpetual calendar, 7-day power reserve, and moonphase. It's a rare value on the wrist with its original MSRP of nearly $40k.
- Condition: Great condition, recently serviced
- Case Material: Ceramic
- Water Resistance: 100m
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IWC Big Pilot Top Gun Perpetual Calendar IW502902 Full Set, Recent Service
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- Condition: Great condition, recently serviced
- Case material: Ceramic
- Power reserve: 7 days
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- Condition: 95%
- Case material: Stainless Steel
- Movement type: Mechanical Automatic
- Function: Date, Power Reserve
IWC Big Pilot's Spitfire Mission Accomplished Edition Green Dial Bronze Watch Ref. W510506 Full Set w/Additional IWC Extract
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- Condition: Pre-owned with subtle patina on the bronze case
- Power reserve: 8 days
- Case material: bronze
- Strap condition: 9/10