A Story Told on the Wrist

IWC Schaffhausen, the celebrated Swiss manufacture of fine watchmaking, pays tribute once more to The Little Prince — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s enduring masterwork. Two new pilot’s watches have been introduced, distinguished not only by their technical sophistication but by their devotion to a story that has enchanted generations.

The Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince, limited to just 100 pieces, unites a blue ceramic case with a dial of the same deep hue. This is not merely a timekeeper — it is an emblem of life’s complexity, reflecting the values that resonate at the heart of Saint-Exupéry’s narrative. Powered by Calibre 51950, the model incorporates a perpetual calendar and a flying minute tourbillon, both positioned with studied elegance on the dial, rendering the craft of fine watchmaking beautifully visible.

The Big Pilot’s Watch 43 Tourbillon Le Petit Prince, limited to 150 pieces, presents a platinum case and a deep blue dial finished with a compelling sunray effect. Its appeal extends beyond aesthetics: the design and functionality are optimized for aviation enthusiasts and devotees of literature alike, showcasing a tourbillon that appears to float suspended in time. Both models feature a sapphire crystal caseback revealing an ingenious movement architecture that evokes the silhouette of The Little Prince standing on his asteroid.

As part of its enduring commitment to the celebrated author’s legacy, IWC Schaffhausen has collaborated since 2006 with the heirs of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and the Youth Foundation, ensuring that his vision endures. In a world where technology advances at relentless speed, these timepieces stand as a quiet reminder that the fundamental values of friendship, love, and curiosity remain as relevant as ever.