IWC Expands TOP GUN Line With The New 41mm Lake Tahoe Ceramic Pilot’s Watch
IWC Schaffhausen expands its TOP GUN series with a new 41mm model clad in high-performance white ceramic. Known officially as the Pilot’s Watch Automatic 41 TOP GUN Lake Tahoe (Ref. IW328104), this timepiece introduces a more compact format to the bold, aviation-inspired Lake Tahoe line, previously reserved for chronograph and perpetual calendar executions.
The case of the IW328104 measures 41mm in diameter and is made from zirconium oxide ceramic, chosen for its lightweight properties, scratch resistance, and stark matte white appearance. The watch is complemented by a titanium screw-down caseback and a stainless steel crown, delivering both robustness and visual contrast. With a thickness of 11.4mm, the proportions maintain everyday versatility while remaining true to the performance-driven DNA of the TOP GUN collection.
Inside the ceramic shell lies a soft-iron inner cage, designed to shield the movement from magnetic interference. The watch is protected on the front by a sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating on both sides and is secured against drops in air pressure, a signature feature of IWC’s aviation watches. The watch offers 100 meters of water resistance, ensuring durability across environments.
The dial remains highly legible, with a matte black surface that contrasts sharply against white printed Arabic numerals and minute markers. Blackened hands are coated with Super-LumiNova for enhanced nighttime readability. The date window at 3 o’clock features a color-matched black background, preserving the dial’s coherence—a subtle but considered detail.
Powering the watch is the IWC Calibre 32112, an automatic movement with a 120-hour power reserve (5 days). Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), it features 165 components, including 21 jewels, a bidirectional rotor and a hacking seconds function for precise time-setting.
A white textured rubber strap enhances the case’s visual identity while offering comfort and resistance to the elements. The strap measures 20mm in width and is secured by a titanium pin buckle.
The IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic 41 TOP GUN Lake Tahoe IW328104 joins the brand’s core collection and is available now with a retail price of CHF 7,800.
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General Specifications:
Brand: IWC
Model: Pilot’s Watch Automatic 41 TOP GUN Lake Tahoe
Reference: IW328104
Dial: Black
Lume: Super-LumiNova
Case Material: White zirconium oxide ceramic
Case Dimensions: 41 mm Diameter, 11.40 mm thickness
Crystal: Sapphire glass
Case Back: Titanium
Water Resistance: 100 Meters
Strap: White textured rubber strap with a titanium pin buckle
Calibre: IWC 32112
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 Vph)
Jewels: 21
Components: 165
Power Reserve: 120 Hours
Price: CHF 7,800
Availability: Now
Limited Edition: No