ZF Factory IWC Pilot Series «Blue Angels Special Edition» Chronograph Wristwatch Workmanship Review

The IWC Pilot model is produced by ZF Factory with a class 5 titanium case, standard case diameter and high-precision automatic Super Clone mechanism architecture. It is among the most successful 1:1 super clone watch reviews on the market, with its sapphire crystal AR coating glass, original case tolerances and detailed workmanship.

Case and Body Workmanship

This ZF Factory IWC Pilot marine air combat unit chronograph wristwatch uses black technology: high-tech ceramic case; harder, lighter, more comfortable! ZF has perfectly reproduced the solid design and soft texture of the original case, capturing the details and creating a replica at its limits. With «Blue Angels IW389008», IW389001 and IW389002 options, the choice is up to you!

Dial and Hand Details

This ZF Factory IWC Pilot chronograph wristwatch «Blue Angels» special edition uses a polished black ceramic case throughout. Its size is 44x16.5 mm; This size suits both the taste of Asian users and the aesthetic appearance on the wrist. In addition, the ceramic case is considerably lighter in weight than stainless steel and is more resistant to corrosion.

Combined with the blue dial, it reveals the unique style of the watch. The design of the outer ring of the dial is inspired by early military observation watches and differs by displaying only minute markers. When you look a little further inside, the yellow hour ring with a very pioneering design increases readability. The small dial at the 12 o'clock position shows the accumulated number of hours and minutes. It has flyback function; By simply pressing the reset button, you can instantly return the chronograph hour and minute hands to zero and quickly start a new measurement at the same time. Equipped with a single-window date display at position 3, it makes the dial design clearer and more spacious.

There are three header designs on the side; There are two chronograph buttons on the right and left of the crown; Practical to use and stylish. The crown in the middle has a screw-down design, is decorated with gear engraving, and is easy to grip; The IWC logo on the tip is engraved in three dimensions.

The coat of arms of the «Blue Angels» aerobatic flight display team is engraved on the case back, which has a closed brushed finish. Inside is the special version Dandong IWC89361 movement. The diameter and thickness of this mechanism match the original, the structure similarity reaches 95%. It reproduces the powerful functions of the original factory: A: Stop device on the small seconds hand at position 6. Two: At 12 o'clock, legible display of accumulated hour and precision minute measurement. Three: The usage steps also match the original.

Strap, Buckle and Comfort

In addition, this style sports wristwatch accompanies the blue dial with a blue composite fiber mesh strap; The same material as the original is used, and the unique strap pattern created by printing exudes an intense military atmosphere. Titanium alloy buckle has been sandblasted, has a multi-textured appearance; Not only is it comfortable and practical to wear, it also provides safer protection. The phrase IWC is engraved on the outer surface, the text is deep and strong.

Summary: This ZF Factory IWC Pilot chronograph wristwatch «Blue Angels» special edition stands out with its black-blue combination; In addition, functions such as flyback and chronograph further elevate the atmosphere of the watch. Before this, ZF Factory had already developed many chronograph wristwatches, such as the Pilot series TOP GUN marine air combat unit; The replica made this time sat as comfortably as a fish in water. This is a very successful chronograph watch, with fine external workmanship and exactly the same dimensions and functions as the original.