Big Pilot Petronas

Outfitted with IWC’s Eas-XCHANGE® system, it only makes sense to provide buyers with two straps to swap between from the outset at purchase. By simply depressing and underside trigger, you can easily remove each strap and snap the desired one onto the watch – no tools necessary. As a land, air, and sea friendly watch, IWC aptly bundles both a black embossed calfskin strap and dial-accent matching green rubber strap. The embossed calfskin strap is more suited for land and air adventures, and its colour scheme results in a stealthier vibe – retaining the Petronas green as an accent rather than a point of focus. There is a Petronas green underside to the calfskin strap, but nobody would see it unless you take the watch off your wrist.

The green rubber strap, on the other hand, gives me Miami Vice vibes – which, perhaps, is no coincidence considering it is where the watch has launched today. It totally emboldens the look with a more summery appearance, far more of a peacocking option. This is the strap you are going to want to opt for when aquatic adventures are on the horizon, warmer seasons, or if you simply enjoy the comfort of rubber year round and a bolder expression. Both straps are secured to the wrist with a titanium tang and buckle.