{"product_id":"iwc-pilots-watch-mark-xviii-tribute-to-mkxi-as05081","title":"IWC Pilot's Watch Mark XVIII Tribute to MKXI","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe IWC Pilot's Watch can trace its history back to the oversized timepieces produced for military aviators in 1940. These enormous pieces were originally designed for maximum legibility in a cockpit setting, and were originally designed to be worn on the pilot's thigh!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday the Pilot's line is perhaps IWC's most identifiable collection, featuring a variety of case and dial configurations suited for any taste - provided your wrist can handle the larger than average dimensions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example was released as a limited edition in 2018 as a tribute to the original MKXI from the 1940s. Reasonably sized next to its larger \"Big Pilot\"sibling, this watch comes in at 40mm and just under 11mm in thickness, and is suitable for nearly any wrist. Featuring a stainless steel case with a matte black dial and the genre-defining large \u003cem\u003eArabic\u003c\/em\u003e numerals with matching handset, this watch pays faithful tribute to its forefather, while incorporating a few handy contemporary updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn near mint condition with its full original kit, this is a great opportunity to pick up a true contemporary classic packed with heritage, versatility, and pedigree.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IWC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39495925432407,"sku":"40970017","price":4950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS05081_40970017_IWC_PILOTSWATCHMARKXV111_IWC327007-6_8b6efab1-592e-4f12-9e19-12a142bb8b7b.jpg?v=1689945912","url":"https:\/\/www.analogshift.com\/products\/iwc-pilots-watch-mark-xviii-tribute-to-mkxi-as05081","provider":"Analog:Shift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}