This IWC watch is limited to 300 units in its original version, with a replica version measuring 43mm in diameter and also featuring 18K Armor Gold ® Hard gold case, paired with a deep blue dial, adorned with a sun pattern. Among them, the flying minute tourbillon at the six o’clock position is particularly eye-catching. The movement adopts the 82905 model made by IWC World Watch, equipped with Pellaton automatic chain up system and has 80 hours of power reserve. The uniquely designed wheel imitates the image of the Little Prince guarding the planet, with exquisite details that can be seen through the sapphire glass bottom cover.
Compared to traditional 5N red gold, 18K Armor Gold ® Hard gold has an improved microstructure, higher hardness, and wear resistance. The radial sunrise pattern on the dark blue dial complements the 43mm diameter case. Gold plated pointers and three-dimensional time markers covered with Super LumiNova ® The luminous coating can be clearly distinguished even in dark environments. Brown calf leather strap paired with 18K Armor Gold ® Hard gold folding buckle for a more exquisite look.
The most eye-catching feature on the dial is the flying minute tourbillon at the six o’clock position. The term Tourbillon originates from French and means “whirlwind”, which is formed by a pendulum rotating around its own axis in a small frame. This continuous rotation not only adds visual wonders to the dial, but also reduces the influence of gravity on the oscillation system, improving the accuracy of the watch. Equipped with a tourbillon stop device, it can completely stop, allowing the wearer to set the time accurately to seconds. This clever device consists of 56 independent components, weighing only 0.675 grams, and is exceptionally precise. The grappling fork and grappling wheel use DiamondShell ® Process treatment, which is a special coating that can reduce friction and enhance the kinetic energy flow of the movement.
The “Little Prince” special edition of the large pilot tourbillon watch 43 is equipped with the self-made 82905 movement of the IWC Universal Watch. The Billeton automatic chain system uses sturdy ceramic components and can accumulate 80 hours of power reserve for the main spring by rotating the pendulum clockwise or counterclockwise. It is worth mentioning that the pendulum is made of 18K gold and cleverly designed as the creative shape of “Little Prince Guarding the Planet”. Through the bottom of the sapphire glass watch, exquisite design details can be appreciated, and it also pays tribute to the author Anthony Saint Exuberie.