All avid watch collectors should be on the lookout for the latest IWC Pilot Chronograph Top Gun Miramar watch, inspired by timepieces worn by fighter jet pilots. The revamped model boasts a stronger power mechanism, scratch-resistant surface and titanium accents.
Watches are an essential accessory for every man, and the IWC Pilot Chronograph Top Gun Miramar ups the macho factor by designing a fighter pilot timepiece. The Swiss-made chronograph features a powerful caliber mechanism (made by IWC) that can maintain a 168-hour power reserve. This is a significant upgrade from the previous 7750 caliber made by Valjoux. The scratch-proof face is made of zirconium oxide or "grey ceramic," a highly durable material. Another durable feature is the titanium back casing, dials and buckle. According to the IWC website, "it is one of the most advanced and robust chronographs ever produced."
Still no word yet on how much the watch will retail for. Let's hope it's a reasoanble amount.
Fighter Pilot Timepieces
The IWC Pilot Chronograph Top Gun Miramar Watch Sleek and Stylish
Trend Themes
1. Fighter Pilot Watches - The trend of designing watches inspired by timepieces worn by fighter jet pilots, offers an opportunity for companies to collaborate with aviation companies for design elements.
2. New Power Mechanisms - The trend of manufacturing using more powerful mechanisms, scratch-proof surface, and durable materials is an opportunity for watch brands to consider materials innovation in their product development.
3. Scratch-resistant Watch Surface - The creating of scratch-resistant watch surfaces presents the opportunity for innovators to explore new materials such as zirconium oxide that are highly durable and enhance the lifespan of watches.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Watches - Luxury watch manufacturers can benefit from designing fighter pilot-inspired watches as they represent an opportunity to increase the perceived value of their brand and connect with male consumers.
2. Aviation - The aviation industry can benefit from collaborating with luxury watch brands to create timepieces that imbue the unique aesthetics and design elements of fighter jet pilots in aviation, innovating new styles and material for the manufacturing of watches.
3. Materials Engineering - Companies can collaborate with materials engineers to develop new scratch-resistant materials that can be used to make advanced watches, providing a competitive advantage in the crowded luxury watch space.