IWC Schaffhausen has unveiled a new addition to its ‘Colors of TOP GUN’ collection, the Pilot’s Watch Automatic 41 TOP GUN Mojave Desert (Ref. IW328106).
This release highlights the brand’s continued innovation in ceramic watchmaking and draws direct inspiration from the rugged landscape of the Western Mojave Desert.
The 41-millimetre case is crafted from sand-coloured ceramic, a hue developed through a precise blend of zirconium oxide with metallic oxides. This ceramic material is not only distinctive but also extremely hard and resistant to scratches, achieved through a complex sintering process. The colour, termed ‘Mojave Desert’, mirrors the subdued tones of Navy pilots’ flight suits and the environment of China Lake, a US Navy air base.
IWC’s expertise in ceramic watch cases dates back almost four decades, and the introduction of ‘Mojave Desert’ as a ceramic colour in 2019 marked a notable development. This latest model continues that legacy with its tone-on-tone design, featuring a brown dial with minute scales and numerals coated in Super-LumiNova for enhanced legibility in low light. A beige rubber strap with a textile inlay and a titanium pin buckle complete the monochromatic aesthetic.
The case back, made of lightweight titanium, bears an engraving of the iconic ‘TOP GUN’ logo. The movement is driven by the IWC-manufactured 32112 calibre with an automatic pawl winding system, capable of delivering a power reserve of 120 hours. The calibre’s balance oscillates at a frequency of 4 Hz, contributing to the watch’s precision.
This new model joins the existing line-up of ‘Mojave Desert’ watches, which includes the Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar TOP GUN Edition, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 TOP GUN Mojave Desert, and the Big Pilot’s Watch TOP GUN Edition. It further demonstrates IWC’s commitment to expanding its range of professional-grade instrument watches.
Founded in 1868 in Schaffhausen, IWC is known for combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced materials and technologies, including ceramics and titanium. The brand has established a reputation for durable, functional complications such as chronographs and calendars. IWC continues to focus on sustainability, with efforts centred on responsible sourcing and environmentally conscious production methods.
