World Premiere First Flight with the IWC Big Pilot Heritage 55 IW510401

The Big News during SIHH 2016 was the launch of the Big Pilot Heritage 55 IW510401

Limited to 100 pieces they sold out in a few days and is a must have for many (maximum 100) IWC pilots watch collectors.

So it was very exciting news to learn that my one was ready for me a couple of weeks ago. Without coincidence I was able to arrange a flight with the recently retired Lt Colonel Dani Hösli (Commander of the Patrouille Suisse) in a biplane to mark this moment in history for me.

Check out some nice pics of this amazing day.

Thanks to Christian Bülte from the IWC Zürich boutique for the perfect timing.

What a great moment and experience Andrew.

Hi Andrew, happy for your new aquisition and for the beautiful flight.

GREAT post Andrew, love your 55 BBP :)

Cheers,
sc

Way cool, Andrew...what a way to premiere this iconic BP!

Fantastic!

Funny to see the "Big" Pilot Patrouille Suisse looking so tiny besides the Heritage 55.

Thanks a lot for letting us fly with you.

Andrew, #2 says "hi" to your #27 :)

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Congratulations Andrew! Fantastic.

Now that is a fantastic way to celebrate a reveal!

Spectacular reveal Andrew and what an experience - well done. Is that last photo really you or is it your wax double at Madame Tussauds?

Excellent post! :)

Hi Andrew, wow, love that watch and what a great adventure! Congratulations with this great addition to your impressive Pilot's collection (also to SC!)!

Wear it in good health my friend!

Best regards,

Bob

Flying in an open cockpit is a special experience. Flying with your Ol' 55 is very special. Congratulations.

That's definitely one say to put your Pilot watch to use!

Congrats!

A very memorable day for you. Beautiful watch, congratulations.
Best regards,
Jonathan

Super cool Thomas!! Congrats!!

I've missed this thread, truly great experience, Andrew! Thank you for sharing it with us.

This must be the best way to pick up a new watch - ever! Congrats Andrew, that BBP #27 is all you my friend, and it is super cool!