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2024 Habring² Erwin Pilot
Reference
6200
(or
6200
via wire transfer)
Diameter
38.5 mm
Condition
Excellent
Box/Papers
Full set
An Erwin Pilot with a phenomenal black dial, a satin brushed case, and the Habring² A11MS hand-wound movement.
Overview
Founded in 2004 by husband-and-wife duo Richard and Maria Habring, Austria-based Habring² has carved out a distinct niche as a low-volume independent manufacture. Before establishing the brand in Völkermarkt, Richard Habring made a name for himself at IWC, where he developed the ingenious split-seconds chronograph module under the mentorship of Günter Blümlein. Operating outside the geographical and corporate confines of Swiss watchmaking, Habring² focuses on modular engineering and technical transparency, producing only a few hundred watches per year and relying on a specialized network of suppliers to maintain a collector-focused ethos.
The Erwin model lineup was released in 2016 as an evolution of the brand’s flagship Felix model. Housed in a restrained 38.5mm stainless steel case with a thickness of just 9mm, the Erwin’s defining characteristic is its dead-beat seconds complication—meaning the central seconds hand ticks precisely once per second like a quartz watch, a paradoxically difficult mechanical feat. This is driven by the manual-wind caliber A11MS, a proprietary movement developed in-house to replace the ETA/Valjoux bases the brand previously relied upon. Habring² has offered the Erwin in several variations, ranging from a Scientific dial with decimal scales to classic silver and blue finishes, showcasing the platform's versatility.
The Pilot variation takes this technical base and frames it within a stark, military-inspired aesthetic. Featuring a textured black dial, white Arabic numerals, and cathedral-style hands, it swaps the standard Erwin's dress identity for high-contrast utility that balances vintage field watch DNA with the contemporary engineering of the A11MS movement beneath. The visual tension between its rugged appearance and the hyper-precise, dead-beat jumping mechanism is what makes this watch truly special. For collectors seeking an alternative to common modern aviator watches, the Erwin Pilot offers a unique wearing experience that rewards close inspection.
Specifications
Brand:
Habring²
Model:
Erwin Pilot
Reference:
Year:
2024
Case Number:
161
Case Material:
Stainless steel
Diameter:
38.5 mm
Lug Width:
20 mm
Thickness:
10.5 mm
Lug-to-Lug:
45.9 mm
Dial:
Black
Lume:
Super-LumiNova
Crystal:
Sapphire
Movement:
Hand-wound
Caliber:
Habring² A11MS
Bracelet/Strap:
Habring² light brown calfskin strap with tang buckle
Max Wrist Size:
Hand model has a wrist size of 6.1 in
Condition
Excellent
:
Case has very light scratches or nicks. Lugs are thick, full, and well-defined. Dial and hands may have imperfections visible upon close inspection. Lume is fully intact and may show slight discoloration.
Case: The stainless steel case shows light wear in the form of a few hairlines, light scuffs, and tiny nicks. The lugs are nice and thick with excellent definition at the edges. The caseback is well preserved with no notable imperfections. The backs of the lugs show signs of prior strap removal.
Dial, Hands, & Crystal: The matte black dial and polished hands are in fantastic condition with fully functioning Super-LumiNova and no notable imperfections. Both front and rear sapphire crystals are squeaky clean and scratch-free.
Bracelet/Strap: The Habring² light brown calfskin strap shows moderate wear with some light creasing, scuffs, and signs of aging. There’s still plenty of life to be had. The tang buckle shows a couple hairlines and tiny scuffs.
Performance
Functions: All functions including the crown winding and time setting are working as expected.
Service History: None.
What’s Included
What’s Included
watch
Watch
Habring² Erwin Pilot on a light brown calfskin strap
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Box/Papers
Box, instructions, extra gaskets and spring bars, and invoice dated November 2024.
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2024 Habring² Erwin Pilot
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Condition Grades
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Timegrapher Readings
These readings were taken on a Weishi No. 1000 timegrapher approximately one hour after fully winding the watch.