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  • Manufacturer: IWC
    Year: Circa 2018
    Reference No: IW327007
    Case No: 5’711’526
    Model Name: Pilot’s Watch Mark XVIII, Tribute to Mark XI
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 35111, 25 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: NATO strap
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel IWC pin buckle
    Dimensions: 40mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Stainless steel IWC warranty stamped Mühlbacher Germany and dated 3rd December 2018, instruction manual, product literature, hangtag, cloth, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    - Known for its role in aviation, IWC has been celebrated as one of the pioneering manufacturers of military-grade watches since the first half of the 20th century. In 2017, the Schaffhausen-based firm introduced the Pilot’s watch Mark XVIII “Tribute to the Mark XI” as a limited edition of 1,948 pieces. Historically relevant and tastefully executed, it is, to many collectors, one of the firm’s most coveted reinterpretations of vintage pieces produced in recent years.

    - The original Mark XI first entered into service in 1948, specially tailored for combat pilots in the British Royal Air Force, then later introduced to the Fleet Air Arm along with the Royal Australian Airforce. Considered one of the finest military watches ever envisioned, the Mark XI was very popular among fighter pilots for its iconic legible dial and baton hour hand.

    - Following closely to its predecessor, the 2017 reissue features a subtle matte black dial paired with contrasting outsized Arabic numerals in white, with golden luminous markers on 3,6,9 and 12 o’clock in faux-tina. Its vintage appeal is certainly achieved and further enhanced by its military green NATO strap.

    - Barely worn, the present example is offered in excellent overall condition and accompanied by its full set of accessories.

  • Artist Biography

    IWC

    Swiss • 1868

    With a clear focus on technology and development, the Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen has been producing timepieces of lasting value since 1868. The company has gained an international reputation based on a passion for innovative solutions and technical ingenuity. One of the world's leading brands in the luxury watch segment, IWC crafts masterpieces of haute horlogerie at their finest, combining high precision with masculine design. Vintage wristwatches such as the oversized Portugieser, Aquatimer, Ingenieur and the B-UHR pilots watch are especially desirable for collectors.

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Lot offered with No Reserve

Ref. IW327007
A fine and attractive limited edition stainless steel pilot’s wristwatch with center seconds, date, warranty and presentation box, one of a limited edition of 1,948 pieces

Circa 2018
40mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$40,000 - 80,000 
€4,800-9,600
$5,100-10,300

Sold for HK$33,020

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Thomas Perazzi
Head of Watches, Asia
+852 2318 2001
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Phillips Watches Online Auction: The Hong Kong Sessions, Spring 2023

28 March - 4 April 2023