The IWC Pilot Top Gun ref. IW326906 that we have here is a sleek and understated timepiece that has been designed to fly under the radar exactly like the characters from the film that the watch was inspired by. Offered in a black ceramic case, with a matching black dial and IWC’s iconic sword-shaped hands, the IW326906’s design is stunning, sleek, and immediately reminiscent of IWC’s other pilot’s watches. A reductionist take on the pilot’s watch as a category, the IW326906 is a large watch at 41mm in diameter, but sleek and wearable thanks to its thin 11.4mm height. Light on the wrist thanks to its use of hard-wearing black ceramic for its case, the IW326906 is more than capable of tackling the rough and tumble that inspired its creation as a functional tool watch. Powered by an automatic cal. 32000 family movement and commanding 120 hours pf power reserve, the IW326906 is a wonderfully capable timepiece that builds upon IWC’s heritage as both an impressive watchmaker and a watchmaker focused on creating high-end timepieces for demanding scenarios.

The watch is in overall excellent condition. The ceramic case has a few light scratches on the top-left lug, bezel, and backs of the lugs from strap changes. The case back has well-defined engravings. The dial and hands are like new. There are a couple of scratches on the sapphire crystal. It is fitted with a nylon NATO-style strap with a steel pin buckle showing light scratches. The watch comes with its inner and outer boxes, warranty, and booklets.

A functional combination black ceramic and a wonderfully legible display, the IW326906 is as hard-wearing and capable as it is sleek and stylish.