Results for IWC Big Pilot

The Pilot's Journey: Jay Liddell

A New York City entrepreneur takes to the air.

The Pilot's Journey: Lori MacNichol

A life spent exploring the Idaho backcountry.

Hublot at Watches & Wonders 2026: Big Bang Reloaded with Julien Tornare

Introducing: QPs, Tourbillons, Ceramic, And More – IWC Expands The Ingenieur With Complications And Materials [Live Photos]

The Ingenieur lineup expands in unexpected ways.

Introducing: The Alpina Startimer Pilot Automatic Brings A Rugged Redesign To The Swiss Brand's Aviator Watch

The Startimer redesign updates and improves the model that was first launched 15 years ago, paying tribute to the brand's first military watches in the early 20th century.

Business News: How Watches And Wonders Remains Worthwhile For Brands Big And Small

Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation is targeting further brand expansion to keep costs in check for all participants.

Tudor's Black Bay 58 Black and 58 GMT Get Big Updates for 2026

METAS certification and new five-link bracelet options come to two of the most popular Black Bays.More

Hublot at Watches and Wonders 2026: Refining the Big Bang

RZE Resolute Type A Review: This Affordable Pilot Watch Nails the Essentials

RZE Resolute Type A review covering wearability, modernized titanium case design, lume, Miyota movement, and value at $499.

The Chase-Durer Wing Commander X: A Look at Every Wannabe Fighter Pilot’s Wrist Companion

There comes a time in every watch collector’s life when they fall in love with a watch they know others in the hobby may potentially scoff at. Whether it be misconceptions around the brand, the use of cheaper movements and parts, seedy advertising campaigns, or just overall subjective taste in design, it’s a phenomenon that exists as one of the very few downsides of the collecting space. It’s important to note, however, that this frame of mind lies on a spectrum of course, with some watches being far more notable enemies of the wristwatch state than others. The Chase-Durer Wing Commander X is a watch that has fallen into the cracks of the watch market and a piece, I believe, may initially conjure negative sentiments by some corners of the collecting sphere.  Chase-Durer was originally advertised in magazines and on the very early days of the internet, where zealous dial-up internet subscribers would surf the World Wide Web in hopes of making their very first online purchase. They never held the same staying power as others of the watch industry, akin to the 38mm mail-order film cameras found in years’ worth of popular and print media when compared to Canon or Nikon. However, there is a lot to like about the brand and, in this case, the Wing Commander X. If you’re someone who’s on the fence about whether or not you’re a fan of this watch just from aesthetics and brand recognition alone, welcome in––let me walk you through what makes this an interesting pi...

Are In-House Movements Overrated? Lessons from 2 Tudors and an IWC

Are in-house watch movements still worth it? Real-world ownership reveals the hidden tradeoffs and why a proven alternative may make more sense.

Introducing – The Benrus Sky Chief Chronograph, a Historic Pilot’s Watch Reborn

Founded in New York in 1921 by Romanian-born brothers Benjamin, Oscar, and Ralph Lazrus, Benrus relied on Swiss production, centred in La Chaux-de-Fonds, and during the 1930s and 1940s, it became known for its pilots and military watches. Early models such as the Flyer and Airman were popular among the airline pilots, helping establish the […]

Introducing: The Hanhart 417 TI 'Desert Pilot'

Matte titanium, sandy dial; Hanhart is gearing up for summer in the desert.

Hands-On: The Doxa SUB 750T – A Big Watch That Wears Just Right

The oversized wrist presence and impressive specs of the SUB 750T belie a wearability that makes it one of the more interesting vintage-inspired divers on the market.

The Internet’s Favorite Affordable Dress Watch Just Got a Big Update

The Orient Bambino returns with a 38mm mechanical no-date and expanded 40.5mm dial range, including Eastern Arabic numerals.

In-Depth: We Shouldn’t Diminish The Impact Of Hublot’s Big Bang

The watch that guided the era of oversized will always hold '00s cultural cachet.

Hands-On: The Oris Big Crown Pointer Date "Bullseye"

The new dial for one of Oris' most iconic models marks a strong execution at a decent price point.

Introducing: The Gérald Genta Genissima Oursin Goes Big With New 41mm Models (Live Pics)

A larger size, rubber straps, and increased water resistance offer a more contemporary twist on the Oursin.

Introducing: Omega Launches The Fourth Generation Seamaster 'Planet Ocean,' And It's A BIG Update (Live Pics)

With a new case, updated movement for the core collection, and a new bracelet. New, new, new.

Business News: Norqain Scores Multi-Year Sponsorship Deal With NHL Aimed At Vaulting Swiss Brand To The Big Leagues

Family-owned Swiss independent Norqain will be the official luxury sportswatch of the National Hockey League.

Hublot’s Red Hot 20th Anniversary Big Bang Proves That Watchmaking Can Be Louder, Brighter and Braver

Oris Teams Up with Cervo Volante for a Fall Appropriate Big Crown Pointer Date with a “Burnt Maple” Dial

Most enthusiast focused brands would find themselves extremely fortunate to have a single watch or collection that achieves “icon” status with the finicky hobbyist crowd. It’s not secret that watch enthusiasts are a picky and demanding bunch, and the watches that rise to the top and achieve a level of support by consensus are genuinely pretty special. Oris, I think, has at least two watches that fall easily into this category. There’s the Divers Sixty-Five (and the newer Divers Date) that have become forum favorites and are frequently spoken of when it comes time to recommend a solid sports watch to a budding collector. And then there’s the Big Crown Pointer Date. For my money, this is the iconic Oris. While dive watches, in general, might be more popular, the pointer date is special because it fills a very specific, old-fashioned niche, and there are just fewer brands making anything similar that’s still approachable for a casual or value oriented consumer. It has, of course, been a platform for many limited and special editions over the years, and the new version seen here made in collaboration with frequent partner Cervo Volante really stands out.  Cervo Volante is a strap and leather goods maker that Oris has partnered with for a number of years now. The brand specializes in sustainably sourced deer leather, and the straps they have crafted for the Oris watches they’ve worked on are truly exceptional. Cervo Volante’s mission also folds in nicely with O...

SJX Podcast: AP Reinvents the Chronograph, Big Brands vs. Indies, and VC CEO

On episode 12 of the SJX Podcast, SJX shares his hands-on impressions of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph RD#5, the fifth and final watch from the brand’s R&D; skunkworks. We also address listener questions about the (great) leadership at Vacheron Constantin, and whether brands like A. Lange & Söhne and Vacheron Constantin can gain market share from independents – why not? Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Youtube.  

Behind the DIN 8330 Standard for Pilot’s Watches

Standards and certifications in watchmaking were primarily developed for chronometry, as well as to reassure the buyer that their watch had been thoroughly tested to a certain level of accuracy. The standards we see most often in the technical specifications are COSC, METAS, and other company or regional chronometry certifications. In modern watchmaking, other key standards like the ISO 6425 dive watch standard, which was developed in the 1990s and followed by watch companies, also come into play. These standards were largely based on various military set standards for watches; however, since each military set their own requirements, there was not one universally followed standard. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published specific requirements and testing procedures for a watch to be officially designated a “Diver’s watch”. While there is no ISO standard for pilot’s watches, there are specific requirements set by militaries around the world. One of the most well-known standards is from the WWII German pilot’s watch known as the “Beobachtungsuhren” or “B-Uhren.” B-Uhren pilot’s watch standards are well documented and are still followed by many watch companies to this day. In March 2012, Sinn lead an initiative in collaboration with the Faculty of Aerospace Technology at the Aachen University of Applied Sciences to create TESTAF – Technical Standard for Pilot Watches. TESTAF was developed so that a pilot’s watch meets all mod...

Introducing: The Longines Spirit Pilot Offers An Update Five Years In The Making (Live Pics)

A redesign geared towards watch enthusiasts results in the cleanest and most wearable two aviation watches from the entire line Spirit line.