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New Releases · 2026-08-27

Purple enters IWC’s Pilot’s collection.

A titanium team chronograph takes its colour from Singapore’s national flower.

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By Chronolume digest · Original English summary · Based on IWC Schaffhausen

IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team, IW388121.
IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team, IW388121. IWC Schaffhausen ↗
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What to know

IWC’s new IW388121 gives its Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS team chronograph a deep purple dial and matching rubber strap. The brand links the colour to Singapore’s Vanda Miss Joaquim orchid, while green numerals and luminous accents maintain the team’s established visual identity. The announcement dates to August, ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix.

The purple Pilot’s Watch with its exhibition caseback.
The purple Pilot’s Watch with its exhibition caseback. IWC Schaffhausen / official product and press photography ↗

The case measures 41 mm and is made from Grade 5 titanium. Inside, the automatic 69385 calibre uses a column-wheel chronograph and offers a stated 46-hour reserve. A day-date display sits at three o’clock, and the movement is visible through the sapphire back. The strap uses IWC’s quick-change attachment system.

The purple dial and matching strap in a product view.
The purple dial and matching strap in a product view. IWC Schaffhausen / official product and press photography ↗

Source & attribution

IWC Schaffhausen · Published 2026-08-27 ↗

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