Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Today I’m taking a hands-on look at the IWC Pilot UTC (ref. IW3251-01) — a classic dual-time pilot watch made from 1998 - 2005.
This is not a formal review. Think of it more as a watch examination: a calm, practical look at the watch’s design, dimensions, wearability, and how it compares — loosely — to my own IWC Mark XV, which wears a bit smaller and thinner on the wrist.
Full transparency: this watch belongs to a friend and I’m helping him move it along. There’s no sales pitch here, but if you’re genuinely interested, feel free to reach out and I can connect you directly.
As always, this channel is about sharing real-world impressions, context, and collector perspective — not hype.
The Ultimate IWC Mark Series Buying Guide is Here:
youtu.be/NYzgvOcSr38
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#iwc #pilotwatch #mark15 #review #hobbyofhours
Today I’m taking a hands-on look at the IWC Pilot UTC (ref. IW3251-01) — a classic dual-time pilot watch made from 1998 - 2005.
This is not a formal review. Think of it more as a watch examination: a calm, practical look at the watch’s design, dimensions, wearability, and how it compares — loosely — to my own IWC Mark XV, which wears a bit smaller and thinner on the wrist.
Full transparency: this watch belongs to a friend and I’m helping him move it along. There’s no sales pitch here, but if you’re genuinely interested, feel free to reach out and I can connect you directly.
As always, this channel is about sharing real-world impressions, context, and collector perspective — not hype.
The Ultimate IWC Mark Series Buying Guide is Here:
youtu.be/NYzgvOcSr38
Support the channel here:
Store: hobbyofhours.com
Patreon: patreon.com/HobbyOfHours
Trusted Supplier Discount Codes:
Available in the channel description section.
#iwc #pilotwatch #mark15 #review #hobbyofhours
