The AMG ONE OWNERS Pilot Watch by IWC Schaffhausen and Mercedes-AMG is the Timepiece You've Been Waiting For

Exclusive Big Pilot's Watch with Constant Force Tourbillon in TITANIUM ALUMINIDE and CERATANIUM® by IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN is now available.

IWC Schaffhausen designed the Big Pilot's Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon Edition "AMG ONE OWNERS" in partnership with Mercedes-AMG. The unique Swiss luxury watch manufacturer's constant-force mechanism, which transfers force impulses evenly to the escapement, is only available to future Mercedes-AMG ONE owners who purchase this timepiece. Titanium-aluminide (TiAl) is a sophisticated high-tech material that is difficult to process. This intermetallic compound is frequently employed in high-performance engines in racing because of its great temperature tolerance. The distinctive design contains elements and colour codes that are directly derived from the Mercedes-AMG ONE's design language.

An IWC constant-force movement powers the Big Pilot's Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon Edition "AMG ONE OWNERS" (Ref. 590502). Complications such as this one disconnect the escapement from the wheel train's direct supply of power, allowing it to deliver evenly distributed energy directly to the escape wheel. This results in a constant oscillation of the balance wheel, even when the mainspring's torque decreases. An accurate time is ensured by the tourbillon, which adjusts for the effects of gravity. Automatically wound, the 94800 calibre from IWC has a 96 hour power reserve and is hand-wound. The sapphire glass back reveals the totally blackened movement. Ceratanium® is used to make the case back. The IWC-developed material is based on a titanium alloy that is as light and stiff as titanium while also being almost as scratch-resistant as ceramic.

Aluminum Titanium Represents the Unparalleled Titanium Legacy of IWC, the World's Most Reputable Watchmaker

Constant-Force Tourbillon Big Pilot's Watch Edition "AMG ONE OWNERS" is a tribute to IWC's expertise in titanium machining since the 1980s, when the company was founded. Titanium aluminide is used to make the casing (TiAl). Because of its superior corrosion resistance and biocompatibility, TiAl is both lighter and tougher than normal titanium. Intermetallic compounds are a kind of high-tech material. Because of the precise titanium-to-aluminum mix ratio, atoms and electrons are arranged in a certain manner. As a result, in addition to its conventional metal features, the material gains nonmetallic properties. The high temperature resistance of TiAl is particularly noteworthy. Due to its lightweight and thermal endurance, the material is utilised for turbine blades in contemporary jet engines. High-performance racing engines may also benefit from its unique features.

The machining behaviour of titanium aluminide makes it difficult to manufacture a TiAl watch casing. It is also expensive and time-consuming to produce the titanium aluminide alloy, which has strict standards for purity. There are now just a handful of watchmakers capable of making titanium and aluminium alloy cases. IWC is one among them. The polished and sandblasted surfaces on the case of the Big Pilot's Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon Edition "AMG ONE OWNERS" are an ornate finishing touch.

A MERCEDES-AMG ONE-INSPIRED DESIGN

At 9 o'clock, the black dial contains a double moon phase indicator for the northern and southern hemispheres, as well as the power reserve indication at 4 o'clock, which looks a lot like an old-fashioned speedometer. It was inspired by the Mercedes-AMG ONE's massive air intakes for the louvred, ring-shaped dial ring. Additionally, the design incorporates Petronas green – Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula OneTM team's hallmark colour – into its appearance. The transition between the polished and sandblasted areas of the casing, for example, is marked by a thin Petronas green ring. The dial and parts of the movement components are likewise decorated with Petronas green.

A two-tone rubber strap is included with the "AMG ONE OWNERS" edition of the Big Pilot's Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon. It is black on the exterior and green on the inside thanks to the so-called multi-component injection moulding method. The strap's outside side is decorated with Petronas green Mercedes stars.

The Big Pilot's Watch Constant-Force Tourbillon Edition "AMG ONE OWNERS" will only be offered to future owners of the Mercedes-AMG ONE. As a vehicle owner, Mercedes-AMG and IWC Schaffhausen will contact you to provide you with information on the order procedure if applicable.

“The Mercedes-AMG ONE sets a new benchmark in automotive engineering. It is absolutely remarkable to see Formula 1™ technology outside the racing track in the usual urban context. To accompany its launch, we have engineered a timepiece that similarly represents the pinnacle of watchmaking and material science. It combines one of our technically most advanced movements and complications with high end performance materials such as titanium aluminide (TiAl) and Ceratanium®,”