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IWC Big Pilot's Watch 43 Top Gun (black ceramic)

IW329801

The IWC Big Pilot's Watch 43 Top Gun (black ceramic) is a current-production pilot watch with a black black ceramic (zirconium oxide) case. It measures 43.8 mm across, and is water resistant to 100 m. Inside is the IWC 82100 automatic movement, with ~60 h power reserve. Complications: Date. Priced from $10,900 (approx). Brand origin: Switzerland.

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Reference
IW329801
Type
Pilot
Price
$10,900 · approx
Case diameter
43.8 mm
Thickness
Lug-to-lug
Water resistance
100 m
Weight
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
IWC 82100
Power reserve
~60 h
Complications
Date
Material
Ceramic
Grade / type
Black ceramic (zirconium oxide)
Colour
Black
Hardness
Construction
Assembled
Surface treatment
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Not verified (clasp or buckle material not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Black textile strap, titanium crown and buckle
Matching bracelet
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: IWC / Monochrome Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the IWC Big Pilot's Watch 43 Top Gun (black ceramic)?

The IWC Big Pilot's Watch 43 Top Gun (black ceramic) has a black black ceramic (zirconium oxide) case with a titanium caseback. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the IWC Big Pilot's Watch 43 Top Gun (black ceramic)?

It is 43.8 mm in diameter, and water resistant to 100 m.

How much does the IWC Big Pilot's Watch 43 Top Gun (black ceramic) cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $10,900.

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