IWC's Mercedes F1 Watch Blooms in Purple
IWC releases a limited edition $9,200 Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41 for the Mercedes-AMG F1 team. It has a purple orchid-inspired dial and a titanium case.
IWC has launched the Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team edition. The watch, which retails for $9,200 USD, will be released ahead of the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix, a key event on the fixtures calendar.
This marks the fourth official team watch IWC has created for the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team's personnel. The Swiss watchmaker is celebrating its 14th year as the official engineering partner of the Formula One team, whose squad and technical stats are closely followed by fans.
Design and Inspiration
The timepiece is the first in IWC's Pilot's Watch collection to feature a vivid, deep purple dial. IWC states the rich hue pays tribute to Singapore's national flower, the orchid Vanda Miss Joaquim. The team's signature PETRONAS green is used for the numerals, indices, and luminescent hands, creating a contrast against the purple background.
The watch is framed in a 41mm case made from Grade 5 titanium. According to the source, this material is prized in motorsport for its high strength-to-density ratio, heat resistance, and light weight. The brushed silvery-gray metal case is paired with a matching purple rubber strap.
Technical Specifications
The strap is equipped with IWC's EasX-CHANGE quick-release system for rapid swaps. The watch features an instrument-style layout with IWC's signature vertical sub-dial configuration at the 12 o'clock position. A day-date display is positioned at 3 o'clock.
Powering the watch is the IWC-manufactured Calibre 69385. This mechanical chronograph movement uses a classical column-wheel architecture and a bidirectional pawl winding system. It offers a power reserve of 46 hours.
Availability and Pricing
The new Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team model will be available for purchase directly through IWC. The release is timed to coincide with the Singapore Grand Prix, reinforcing the watch's connection to the event and its floral inspiration.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team |
| Case Material | Grade 5 Titanium |
| Case Diameter | 41mm |
| Dial Color | Purple |
| Movement | IWC Calibre 69385 |
| Power Reserve | 46 hours |
| Strap | Purple rubber with EasX-CHANGE system |
| Price | $9,200 USD |
IWC's latest release continues its long-standing partnership with the championship-winning Formula One team, which consistently features high in the standings. The watch blends technical materials from motorsport with a distinctive color scheme drawn from a specific Grand Prix location.
