Encyclopedia / IWC / Big Pilot's Watch 43
Current deal · verified Oct 19, 2026, 10:23 PM ET
$7,820 List $10,000
Save $2,180 (22%) · new · Jomashop
Ref. IW329303 · In stock (per Jomashop)
Brand new from Jomashop, a grey-market (non-authorized) dealer, so expect the store's warranty (Jomashop lists '2 Year Jomashop Warranty') rather than the brand's. Also checked: WatchMaxx $7,820 (10:28 PM ET). 'List' is the retail figure the dealer displays; I could not confirm it on the brand's own US site. Prices change fast; check the store before you buy.
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | pre-owned | Yes | $5,590 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Watchfinder | pre-owned | Yes | $6,960 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | unworn | Not stated | $7,350 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Jomashop | new | Yes* | $7,820 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| WatchMaxx | new | Yes* | $7,820 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. IW329303, cheapest new and cheapest pre-owned with box and papers per store, sorted low to high and checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Buy-now listings only. Pre-owned listings are shown only when the listing states box and papers. * New from a grey-market dealer: comes boxed, but the warranty card may be the dealer's rather than the brand's. Chrono24 rows are individual third-party marketplace sellers. Prices change fast; confirm with the store.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| List price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx | $10,000 | jomashop.com |
| New at Jomashop | $7,820 | Jomashop |
| New at WatchMaxx | $7,820 | WatchMaxx |
| Pre-owned (Chrono24 asks) | about $5,800 – $9,550 (median ~$7,200, 60 listings sampled) | Chrono24 |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (about 60 listings, used and some unworn), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| IW329303 | Big Pilot 43 Automatic Blue Dial Men's Watch | $10,000 |
Which one I'd pick
Which one: I priced the blue IW329303. The black IW329301 is the other core dial.
What to check before you buy
- Warranty: grey-market new watches usually carry the dealer's warranty, not the brand's. Ask which one you get and whether the brand's warranty card is included.
- Exact reference: dial colour, size and strap change the price. Match the full ref (IW329303) before comparing deals.
- Fakes and red flags: be wary of prices far below the ranges above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, serial and papers.
Alternatives worth a look
- IWC Pilot's Watch Mark XX: Smaller, cheaper IWC pilot. (40 mm stainless steel, IWC Calibre 32111, retail $5,900 (IW328201))
- IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41: IWC's pilot chrono. (41 mm Stainless Steel, IWC Calibre 69385, retail $7,800 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx))
- Breitling Navitimer Automatic 41: Breitling's pilot three-hander. (41 mm Stainless Steel, Breitling Calibre 17, retail $6,150 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx))
History
IWC was founded in Schaffhausen in 1868 by American watchmaker Florentine Ariosto Jones and has belonged to Richemont since 2000.
IWC's 1940 Big Pilot's Watch was a pioneering timepiece; in 2002 IWC brought back its large case and clear dial.
The Big Pilot 43 IW329303 checked here has a blue dial and an automatic movement, per Jomashop.
Specifications
| Brand | IWC |
|---|---|
| Model | Big Pilot's Watch 43 |
| Key references | IW329303 |
| Launch year | 1940 |
| Case | 43 mm Stainless Steel |
| Thickness | 13 mm |
| Crystal | Scratch Resistant Sapphire |
| Caseback | Transparent |
| Bezel | Fixed |
| Bezel material | Stainless Steel |
| Dial | Blue |
| Strap/bracelet | Leather |
| Functions | Hour, Minute, Second |
| Movement | IWC Calibre 82100, automatic |
| Power reserve | About 60 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $10,000 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx) |
Specs from the retailer (Jomashop/WatchMaxx) or brand product page linked above for the main reference; see our research notes for which. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- 43 mm case
- Automatic movement
- Large onion crown
FAQ
How much is the IWC Big Pilot's Watch 43?
List price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx: $10,000. New, the best verified price was $7,820 at Jomashop (checked Oct 19, 2026, 10:23 PM ET). Pre-owned asks on Chrono24 mostly ran $5,800 to $9,550.
What movement does the Big Pilot's Watch 43 use?
The IW329303 checked here uses the IWC Calibre 82100 (automatic) with about 60 hours of power reserve.
How big is the Big Pilot's Watch 43?
43 mm Stainless Steel, 13 mm thick.
Is the Big Pilot's Watch 43 water resistant?
Yes, it's rated to 100 m.
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