Iconic IWC chronographs across collections
Iconic IWC chronographs across collections
More than 40 years ago, IWC Schaffhausen manufactured its first chronograph. Today, mechanical stopwatches form an essential pillar of all main collections. They are available in many case sizes and dial colours. A broad range of strap and bracelet options adds additional versatility. This enormous variety makes it easy for everyone to find an IWC chronograph that underscores their character and reflects their lifestyle. What all focus chronographs in our selection have in common is supreme technology from IWC’s Manufakturzentrum in Schaffhausen: They are all powered by movements from the IWC-manufactured 69000 calibre family, offering the ultimate in performance, precision and durability.
Three unique IWC chronograph movements
IWC-manufactured 89000 calibre
The movements from this calibre family display the stopped hours and minutes combined in a totalizer at 12 o’clock. This feature makes reading the stop time particularly easy and leaves room for additional displays on the dial. Therefore, movements from this calibre family are ideal for combining a chronograph function with other complications like a perpetual calendar.
IWC-manufactured 59360 calibre
In a conventional chronograph, two push buttons at 2 and 4 o’clock control the stopwatch functions. By contrast, the hand-wound IWC-manufactured 59360 calibre uses a single push-button integrated into the crown to start, stop and reset the chronograph. Known as a “monopusher” chronograph, this construction boasts remarkable technical refinement and allows for a more discreet, unobtrusive chronograph design.
IWC-manufactured 69000 calibre
IWC developed this calibre with an uncompromising focus on robustness, reliability and longevity. Column wheel control ensures that individual phases in the switching sequence are clearly defined. Seamless integration with the basic movement and careful coordination of all components help to ensure that the correct rates are maintained even when the chronograph is subject to highly intensive use.
Engineered for performance
An innovative development from Schaffhausen is the IWC-manufactured 69000 calibre family, engineered with an uncompromising focus on robustness, reliability and longevity. Column-wheel control of the chronograph ensures that individual phases in the switching sequence are clearly defined. There is also a distinct tactile resistance when the buttons are pushed. Seamless integration with the basic movement and careful coordination of all components help to ensure that the correct rates are maintained even when the chronograph is subject to intense use.
Inspired by performance
The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph is the embodiment of a versatile modern sports watch and a reliable companion for every adventure. It is available in a range of case materials and diameters, dial colours and strap options.
Dedicated to the fictional “APXGP” team from the movie F1® THE MOVIE, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph APXGP features a design in the team’s colors with black, gold and white elements. The mechanical chronograph movement in a classic column-wheel design is engineered with an uncompromising focus on performance, reliability, and precision.