IWC Mark XI pilots watch from the British R.A.F. The polar router was introduced

The polar router was introduced in 1954 to coincide with the first commercial flights from Europe to the USA over the North Pole

Vintage bracelt in 18 ct

they promised maximum reliability under the harshest conditions and protection against magnetic interference in the aircraft cockpit without compromising accuracy

adding a touch of sophistication

Elegant pair of cufflinks signed Victor Mayer in 800 silver with a floral motiv in rose gold

IWC Mark XI pilots watch from the British R.A.F. The polar router was introducedIn 1948, IWC designed new pilots watches for the Royal Air Force (RAF). These pilots watches were used by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), the South African Air Force (SAAF), the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF), as well as by the British Overseas Airline Company (BOAC, the predecessor of British Airways) and in civilian versions. Between 1949 and 1953, the Royal Air Force purchased approximately 7,400