IWC Portuguese 7 Days Ref. 5000 Overview

amanico · 2018-07-07T15:29:08Z

Amanico captures the allure of the IWC Portuguese 7 Days Ref. 5000, a limited edition with a 7-day power reserve and panda dial.

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Amanico revisits the IWC Portuguese 7 Days Ref. 5000, a highly desirable first-generation model from 2000, later updated in 2004. He shares his appreciation for its 42mm case proportions, the eye-catching steel panda dial, and its then-uncommon 7-day automatic movement, considering it the most appealing modern Portuguese after the 1993 Jubilé.

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Born in 2000, re visited in 2004, this Portuguese 7 Days 1st generation is a very desirable watch.

Its 42 mm big, 13, 5 mm high case has some great proportions. The steel version with its panda dial is eye catching, and the automatic 7 days movement was a curiosity at that time. indeed, there weren't that many watches with such a long power reserve.

In my opinion, the Reference 5000 is the most appealing modern Portuguese, just after the delicious Jubilé born in 1993.

In steel, this watch is a limited edition of 1000 pieces, which was also available in rose gold and in platinum, but I must say that the dial of the steel pleased me more.

A watch I owned, and which was part of those which have gone.

So, when I saw it in a parisian shop today, I couldn't help taking pictures.

Here it is, in all its beauty and sensuality.

The movement is not bad looking, either...

Best,

Nicolas

Key Points from the Discussion

A community member recounts nearly purchasing the Ref. 5000 around 2005-2006, highlighting its enduring beauty and special character.
The absence of water resistance is noted as a concern for the Ref. 5000, while the lack of a date complication is seen as a positive.
One user expresses a preference for a date complication on watches, especially given the ample dial space on a Portugieser.
A collector recently acquired the Ref. 5454-04 and is thrilled with its thinner case and no-date configuration, preferring these characteristics in Portugieser models.
The 7-day power reserve indicator at 3 o'clock and the no-date feature are appreciated, though the 42mm size is considered too large for some wrists.

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Bounce781

Jul 7, 2018

I completely agree with you. My only concern with the Ref 5000 is the absence of water resistance. But the lack of date is definitely a plus. jubilee 5441 is, of course, the grail! HAGWE

watchestolove

Jul 7, 2018

I recently acquired the 5454-04 and is absolutely thrilled with it. Loved it when these Portugiesers were thinner and had no date. Perfect!

Ron_W

Jul 8, 2018

in favor of the no-date. But i do like a date on my watches, especially if there is plenty of room on a dial like on a Portugieser. Nice pictures Nicolas.

Ron_W

Jul 8, 2018

there should be a button at 10.00 on the case side you can push when you wake up in the morning to see the day/date/month change. But a nice watch it surely is !

keks

Jul 8, 2018

Came so close to pulling the trigger a few times around 2005-2006 but could not really convince myself in that last minute of decision making. Still beautiful and has something quite special this 1st gen...

RG1

Jul 8, 2018

nice power reserve at 3 plus no date. 42 mm is too big for me but I still like this watch.

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