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IWC Big Pilot's Watch 5004-10 Sincere Limited Edition Luxury Watch Review

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Channel: The 1916 Company · 2015 · Howto & Style

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This IWC Big Pilot 5004-10 Sincere Limited Edition of 50 pieces combines the ultimate IWC pilot model with the aura of a storied dealer that verges on cultural phenomenon. In East Asia, Sincere Watch is synonymous with premium timepieces, and a brand of this stature is able to call in a few favors from Switzerland; its boutique-exclusive editions are legendary.

Since the release of the first Big Pilot historical tribute models in the 2002, the oversized instrument-style aviator’s timepiece has become a staple of the IWC catalog and a flagship product for the Schaffhausen-based watchmaker. Logically, the significance and prominence of the Big Pilot made it a natural choice as the vehicle for this 2007 Sincere Watch limited edition.

IWC acknowledges that the most direct inspiration for the modern 5004-10 Big Pilot’s watch is the pioneering 1940 B-Uhr/Type 52 TS C, a 55mm monster originally commissioned by the German Luftwaffe. At the time, the size of the watch was dictated by the functional necessities of the professional end-user; maximum legibility; a robust case to sit atop thick aviation gear, and a vast pocket watch movement to ensure utmost accuracy (smaller wristwatch movements continued to lag in this respect until the 1950s).

The 2007 IWC Big Pilot Sincere Haute Hologerie limited edition offers a dramatic and whimsical take on the traditional Big Pilot Instrument aesthetic. Day-glow orange accents, a striking satin titanium case, and rich brown alligator leather strap set the 5004-10 apart from its stolid Schaffhausen counterparts. Visually, all of the essential Big Pilot signatures are present, but the look is 1000-watts of energy and unmistakably unique.

The dial of the IWC Big Pilot’s watch 5004-10 is true to its inspiration in key respects. Each dial retains the look of an authentic aviation cockpit instrument; this is the strongest link to the 1940 original. However, the discreet date window at six o’clock and the useful power reserve gauge at three o’clock add everyday practicality. Despite the size of the IWC Big Pilot, there is no impression of wasted space or extraneous detail; it achieves elegance in parallel with its functionality as a utility timepiece.

Inside the case, IWC's in-house caliber 51110 beats at 21,600 VpH. This upgrade to the original Caliber 5000 family adds a new balance regulation system and a higher beat rate that improves accuracy and isochronism under shock, temperature variation, and different positions. IWC' famed bi-directional Pellaton winding system, an industry benchmark since the early 1950s, features prominently in this automatic caliber. To ensure that the watch remains on the job even when it's off the wrist, IWC adds a generous seven-day power reserve.

This iconic IWC Big Pilot's Watch would be a knockout addition to any collection. With a stellar combination of historical authenticity and modern luxury watchmaking refinement, and the aura of Sincere’s staggering reputation, the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch 5004-10 Sincere limited edition of 50 is a must-see collector's piece for fans of the IWC manufacture.

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