When the new luxury replica IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 collection was unveiled last year, watch buyers rejoiced in its more compact sizing and increased versatility – introducing a bracelet for the first time and the all new Eas-XCHANGE® quick-release strap system. While pilot’s watches are what AAA fake IWC UK is particularly known for, the Schaffhausen manufacture has been a longstanding partner of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team since 2013. Now gathering in Florida for the inaugural Miami Grand Prix, Swiss made fake IWC have developed a first-ever official watch for the team – which will be worn by all members, including designers, aerodynamicists, race engineers, strategists and mechanics. So, without further ado, after seeing the watch under embargo at Watches & Wonders, I can now finally share my hands-on thoughts for the cheap replica IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Edition “Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula OneTM Team”.
The case
The 1:1 fake IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Edition “Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula OneTM Team” is cased in robust yet lightweight titanium and, with its dimensions of 41mm in diameter, 14.6mm in thickness, and 50mm lug-to-lug across the wrist, the Chronograph 41 is definitely one of the more wrist-approachable pilot’s copy watches within the IWC catalogue. It has a utility-driven finish, largely brushed with few hairline mirror-polished bevels to add a small glistening touch to its aesthetic. The IWC replica for men may typically be associated with flying, and, in the realm of this collaboration, racing, but with a screw-down crown and 100m depth rating you can enjoy this watch safely on land, air, and sea.
The dial
A matte black dial is nothing new for best quality replica IWC watches. In fact it is a go-to staple of the brand, again, known for utility and legibility. But in the spirit of collaboration, however, the super clone IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Edition “Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula OneTM Team” incorporates a rarely seen Petronas green colour for the hands, indices and indicators. From the thick Arabic numerals to the day and date indications peering out through individual apertures at 3′, the eye-catching colour is utilised throughout. At 12′ you have a 30-minute elapsed minutes register, at 9′ a 12-hour elapsed hours register, and at 6′ a running seconds register. Each of the register hands, the central hours and minutes hands, and the boxed and triangle indices at 12′, 3′, 6′, and 9′ are coated with SuperLuminova® for visibility in darkness. And on the subject of visibility, the sapphire crystal, which is secured against drops in air pressure, is AR-coated on both sides to remove any glare while reading the time.
The straps
Outfitted with Swiss movement fake IWC’s Eas-XCHANGE® system, it only makes sense to provide buyers with two straps to swap between from the outset at purchase. By simply depressing and underside trigger, you can easily remove each strap and snap the desired one onto the watch – no tools necessary. As a land, air, and sea friendly watch, perfect replica IWC aptly bundles both a black embossed calfskin strap and dial-accent matching green rubber strap. The embossed calfskin strap is more suited for land and air adventures, and its colour scheme results in a stealthier vibe – retaining the Petronas green as an accent rather than a point of focus. There is a Petronas green underside to the calfskin strap, but nobody would see it unless you take the watch off your wrist.
The green rubber strap, on the other hand, gives me Miami Vice vibes – which, perhaps, is no coincidence considering it is where the AAA quality fake IWC UK has launched today. It totally emboldens the look with a more summery appearance, far more of a peacocking option. This is the strap you are going to want to opt for when aquatic adventures are on the horizon, warmer seasons, or if you simply enjoy the comfort of rubber year round and a bolder expression. Both straps are secured to the wrist with a titanium tang and buckle.
The movement
Commemorative etchings for special editions on sapphire casebacks can be a point of contention for watch buyers who like an unobstructed view of the movement, but I think high end replica IWC executed it perfectly in this instance. The Petronas green text and lines assume the outer perimeter of the glass, so you pretty much have an equal view of the automatic manufacture 69385 chronograph calibre inside as you would with standard editions. It has an industrial finish to its openworked rotor, bridges, and plates – but is still aesthetically pleasing and well executed. There is nice machined bevelling throughout, particularly visible on the openworked bi-directional pawl-winding rotor. The mainplate displays circular graining, while the bridge leverages circular Côtes de Genève. The IWC fake for sale’s movement is well regulated as well, adjusted in five positions so while not listed as a chronometer you can expect a high degree of accuracy. A circular cutout in the bridge reveals a column wheel architecture. This desirable mechanism results in a smooth and crisp chronograph experience, creating tactile luxury as the functionality is engaged. As for power reserve, the automatic movement can run for approximately 46 hours without a wind. It’s a very robust movement designed to be able to endure the shock of daily wear.