Bokey TimeHello everyone, this is Bokey. Today, the replica watch we are evaluating is from the IWC Pilot series launched by ZF. The model is IWC500912, commonly known as the IWC Big Pilot. Now let’s take a look at how the workmanship of the ZF factory V2 version of the IWC Big Pilot is?
As always, let’s first look at the genuine product parameters:
IWC watch pilot series IW500912 watch, price 103000.
First of all, let’s take a look at the appearance of this watch. The watch size is 46mm, which is a very large size. In addition, since it belongs to the pilot series, this is also the origin of its name “Big Pilot”. The Big Pilot is also a large-sized pilot. The appearance of the watch still has the classic recognition of IWC. The large onion-shaped crown is also one of its classic signs. The simple color scheme gives people a sense of the instrument panel on an airplane.
The mirror is made of sapphire crystal material. After polishing, it is treated with a blue film coating. The visual effect is very transparent. Under the illumination of light, it presents a very charming blue light effect. The whole watch case is made of fine steel, which is very safe and reliable.
The overall layout of the black dial is consistent with the original genuine product. The watch hands are slender and curved, and the central axis is also consistent with the original. The font, font size, and spacing are all the same as the original.
The small dial at three o’clock is the power reserve display. The genuine Big Pilot has a seven-day power reserve, while the ZF factory Big Pilot only has about three days. The power reserve display disk has a very beautiful CD pattern and the workmanship is very delicate.
How to distinguish whether it is a ZF factory Big Pilot?
We can directly distinguish whether it is from the ZF factory by looking at the calendar number 1. The calendar number 1 of the ZF factory does not have an extended head. The calendar number font is also consistent with the genuine product. There is also another manufacturer on the market making the IWC Big Pilot, which is the YL factory Big Pilot. The calendar number 1 of their Big Pilot has an extended head, which is different from the genuine product.
The side of the stainless steel case of the ZF factory IWC Big Pilot is very finely brushed. The arc restoration of the case is very in place. The bezel is polished and has a high gloss.
The crown uses a very classic crown design and has an onion-shaped shape. This is a very recognizable point of the IWC pilot series. This design is to facilitate pilots to easily adjust the time when wearing flight gloves during work. They will not lose the crown due to the decreased tactile sensation of their fingers. The top of the crown is also engraved with the IWC brand logo, and the engraving is also very fine.
On the back of the watch, a closed case design is used, and the polishing process is very meticulous. The movement is equipped with an anti-magnetic liner, which serves to protect the movement when experiencing different magnetic fields.
There are also engravings on the back of the case. The ZF factory is still so meticulous in invisible places and will not cut corners.
The movement is a replica CAL.51111 automatic winding movement from Dandong factory. This movement is the same as that of the ZF factory Portuguese Seven. However, because the Big Pilot is a closed case style, the manufacturer did not add a deck for decoration. Therefore, the jewels and gears on the deck you see are all in the original movement’s appearance and are also truly usable.
The strap is made of black cowhide and the workmanship is very exquisite. The connection of the strap is synchronized with the genuine design and has two rivets. The two sides of the strap also have neat and delicate stitching, which is also synchronized with the genuine design.
The buckle is made of stainless steel, and the IWC logo is clearly engraved on the front.
Summary: The ZF factory V2 version of the IWC Big Pilot has very in-place workmanship overall. It can fulfill the flying dream of every big boy. Wearing this watch is like being in a flight cockpit and soaring in the sky. The watch can also be matched with formal attire and is considered a relatively versatile watch.
