IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41 Edition "Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team" automatic black dial green rubber ttrap 41 mm

A Watch Born in the Heart of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Paddock

Since 2013, IWC Schaffhausen has partnered with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team as its Official Engineering Partner. A collaboration built on shared values of precision, innovation, and an unwavering pursuit of performance, it has accompanied one of the most dominant eras in modern Formula One history. Between 2014 and 2021, the British team secured eight consecutive Constructors’ Championships, setting a record in the sport.

Unveiled in 2022 during the Miami Grand Prix, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Edition “Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team” represents an important milestone in this relationship. Unlike previous editions developed for the team’s drivers, this reference is the first true “Team Watch” designed for every member of the organization. Engineers, mechanics, strategists, aerodynamicists, and race managers all contribute to the pursuit of every thousandth of a second—and now share the same timepiece.

Through this special edition, IWC celebrates the collective spirit behind every victory. More than simply a chronograph inspired by motorsport, this watch embodies the cohesion, discipline, and technical excellence that drive the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS paddock throughout the season. It is a vision of performance that naturally belongs within the Pilot’s Watches collection, renowned for its reliable, highly legible instruments built for action.

The Pilot’s Watch DNA Meets Formula One

To bring this Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS edition to life, IWC relies on one of the most appreciated foundations in its Pilot’s Watches collection: the Chronograph 41. True to the spirit of the cockpit instruments that shaped the identity of the Schaffhausen manufacture, this model retains a robust, functional, and instantly recognizable architecture.

Its 41 mm case is crafted from Grade 5 titanium, an advanced material celebrated for its exceptional lightness and impressive mechanical strength. Widely used in aerospace and the most demanding automotive applications, titanium offers a remarkable strength-to-weight ratio. Its sandblasted finish gives the watch a highly technical matte anthracite-grey appearance, while polished accents on the bezel, crown, and pushers create subtle contrasts of light.

Designed for intensive daily use, the watch features a screw-down crown and offers water resistance to 100 meters. Its sapphire crystal, treated with anti-reflective coating on both sides, is also secured against sudden pressure drops—an iconic characteristic of IWC pilot’s watches. The result is a chronograph that is sporty, comfortable, and remarkably versatile, capable of moving effortlessly from the Formula One paddock to everyday life.

PETRONAS Green as a Signature

While the silhouette of this Pilot’s Watch remains faithful to the historic codes of the collection, its visual identity is immediately transformed by the use of the famous PETRONAS green. A true emblem of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team, this distinctive aquamarine hue gives the watch a unique personality within the IWC universe.

Against the matte black dial, PETRONAS green accents appear on the indexes, numerals, chronograph scales, and inscriptions, creating a striking contrast and outstanding legibility. Inspired directly by the team’s racing cars and visual identity, this color combination gives the watch an unmistakable presence without ever feeling excessive.

The display follows the classic Pilot’s Watch chronograph layout, with counters positioned at 6, 9, and 12 o’clock, complemented by a day-date display at 3 o’clock. The main hands and hour markers are coated with Super-LumiNova®, ensuring excellent readability in all lighting conditions.

Technical, sporty, and resolutely contemporary, this dial perfectly illustrates the meeting of IWC’s aviation heritage and the world of Formula One. Every detail reflects the close relationship between the Swiss manufacture and one of the most successful teams on the grid, making this reference far more than a simple color variation—it is a true symbol of belonging to the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS universe.

The IWC Manufacture Calibre 69385

Beneath its motorsport-inspired aesthetics, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Edition “Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team” houses an engine developed to the highest standards of the Schaffhausen manufacture. Visible through a sapphire crystal caseback, the IWC Calibre 69385 perfectly demonstrates the brand’s expertise in mechanical chronograph engineering.

Entirely manufactured by IWC, this automatic movement features an integrated column-wheel chronograph architecture, renowned for its operational precision and the crisp feel of its pushers. Beating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), it provides accurate short-time measurements while ensuring excellent daily rate stability.

The Calibre 69385 powers the hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph, day, and date functions. Its 30-minute and 12-hour counters allow longer intervals to be measured with ease. When fully wound, it offers a power reserve of approximately 46 hours.

Through the transparent caseback, enthusiasts can also admire the movement’s finishing, including circular graining and Geneva-style decorations. A discreet yet eloquent demonstration of IWC’s craftsmanship, combining robustness, reliability, and chronometric performance in a package designed to keep pace with an active lifestyle.

A Pilot’s Watch Built for Action

Designed to accompany members of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS team throughout the Formula One World Championship calendar, this special edition does more than simply wear the colors of Formula One—it has been engineered to meet the demands of an environment where every detail matters. Lightweight thanks to its titanium case, robust through its proven construction, and perfectly legible in all circumstances, it embodies the philosophy of professional instruments that have built the reputation of IWC’s Pilot’s Watches.

To adapt to every situation, the watch is delivered with two interchangeable straps equipped with the EasX-CHANGE® system. The first, crafted from black embossed calfskin and accented with PETRONAS green stitching, highlights the model’s sporty elegance. The second, made from PETRONAS green rubber, fully embraces its paddock-inspired character while offering exceptional comfort during more active use. Both are paired with a titanium pin buckle matching the case.

Although worn by the engineers, mechanics, and strategists of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team during Grand Prix weekends, this reference is not a limited edition. It therefore allows watch enthusiasts, automotive fans, and motorsport lovers alike to share a tangible connection with one of the most iconic teams in contemporary Formula One.

At the crossroads of Swiss watchmaking engineering and elite-level motorsport competition, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Edition “Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team” embodies the spirit of performance, precision, and innovation that has united IWC Schaffhausen and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS for more than a decade. A watch designed for those who understand that the greatest victories are always the result of teamwork.