# IWC Pilot's Watch Spitfire Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The IWC Pilot's Watch Spitfire Automatic 41 (Ref. IW326801) is a rugged pilot-style sports watch paying homage to the legendary Supermarine Spitfire fighter aircraft, boasting a 41mm stainless steel case, matte black dial with bold white Arabic numerals and a signature red triangle at 12 o'clock for supreme legibility, powered by the in-house automatic Calibre 32111 with an exceptional 120-hour power reserve, targeting aviation enthusiasts, adventurers, and collectors who value military heritage blended with modern reliability in a versatile daily wearer.

## Overall Watch Rating: 7.8/10.0

**History & Innovation Metric (9.9/10.0)** - IWC's pioneering role in aviation timepieces since 1936 and innovations like the Pellaton-winding system with extended power reserve rival the legacies of Breitling and Omega pilots.

**Material Metric (9.8/10.0)** - The robust 316L stainless steel case paired with double-sided anti-reflective sapphire crystal delivers top-tier durability akin to Rolex Submariners.

**Dials & Design Metric (9.5/10.0)** - Exemplary legibility from the chapter ring, sword hands, and Super-LumiNova markers sets a benchmark matched only by elite Sinn and Stowa pilot watches.

**Brand Metric (8.8/10.0)** - IWC holds firm in the luxury echelon with prestigious aviation heritage, comparable to Omega and Breitling.

**Versatility Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Seamlessly transitions from cockpit to casual outings, echoing the adaptability of classic Mark series pilots.

**Movement Metric (8.4/10.0)** - In-house Calibre 32111 offers reliable accuracy and 120-hour autonomy superior to standard Sellita SW300 alternatives.

**Rarity Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Priced around $5,950 retail, it offers moderate exclusivity similar to popular Tudor Black Bay models.

**Functions Metric (4.7/10.0)** - Standard time and date functions provide solid everyday utility on par with Seiko Prospex divers.

**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - The lone date display delivers basic functionality like most entry-level luxury automatics.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.0

## WM Collector Grade: C

## Performance Insights: Excels in heritage, materials, design, and brand prestige but underwhelms in complications and functions relative to its price, suggesting fair but not exceptional value against an implied price of $3,500.

## TPS Interpretation: Modest Value: Strong build and history justify the premium for enthusiasts, but limited features make it less compelling against value-oriented competitors at this price.

## Watch Data
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