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Thanks for the information and chance to ask IWC questions.
I would like to know why there is no three hander Portugieser with no date in the current collection. The discontinuation of reference 5454 is a shame because it was the last in the line of pocket watch based movements with three hands and no date, which represents the genesis of the Portugieser. Are there any plans to reintroduce the 5454 or a successor?
Would IWC consider reusing the International Watch Co. cursive script on the dials of future releases?
Would IWC consider introducing a manual wind chronograph movement like the Lange L951.5, Patek CH 29-535 PS or Omega 3861 into the Portugieser line?
In general, are there any plans to introduce thinner and smaller watches? I think there is demand for smaller and thinner Aquatimers, Ingenieurs and Pilot's Watches.
Thanks.
IWC Portugieser Collection Update – And An Invitation To Ask IWC Management Your Questions
WatchProSite Moderator Patrick_y recently notices the IWC Portugieser Chronograph now comes with an in-house movement. Time to rediscover IWC and the improvements they've been making. The IWC Portugieser Chronograph is one of my favorite IWC timepieces. I...
First of all, this version is my favorite one in the Portugieser collection. I used to own one yellow gold with the previous caliber which was extremely reliable.
As the watch has become a timeless classic, I would like IWC to elaborate more on how they developed the new movement. I keep reading that some of its architecture is - supposedly - derived from the 7750, which I honestly can neither refute nor confirm fo...
A Valjoux 7750 movement should be quite different from the new 69000, but I will pose your question to the experts!
The base plate is entirely different, 69000 is much larger in diameter, the chronograph system is quite different as well. I doubt there are major similarities between the 7750. The 7750 is really an inexpensive movement conceived in the 1970s to keep Swi...
Further questions:
I am looking for a Portugieser PC, so: 1. I have heard / read a few times that the movements in the past had some „issues“ (reliability and accuracy). Is this solved completely with the new calibers 52610 and 52615? 2. Is there a chance that the WR in gen...
All questions were submitted a few days ago. Great questions though!
That water resistance question is fantastic. Why do manufacturers not challenge themselves to make 100M water resistant watches. Apparently it must be quite difficult!
Thank you for making this possible!
1. Is there any proprietary three-hand-movement in the pipeline? 2. Any regrets on the decision Kern made by removing one of their most icon pieces with the Genta-Ingenieur? 3. What does the future bring for the Aquatimer? Regards!
My wish would be
Either bring back the Ingenieur Genta-style that was discontinued under Kern or bring back the Aquatimer 2000 ref. 3568 in 40-41mm and with a higher quality steel bracelet.
Holy, ref. 3568 in a smaller case and the typical bracelet... who's Blancpain and Rolex again?
Unfortunately it'll be a dream forever.
All Good Questions!
1. Hmm, I'd want a 3 hand watch (small seconds, not a center sweep seconds) with an IWC automatic movement. I bet that might come! 2. I bet they do regret it! Personally I'm not a fan of the current Ingenieur model as it looks too "sharp angled" for my ey...
Thanks for the opportunity.
1. Word is that IWC was planning to introduce an updated Portuguser perpetual calendar and in stainless steel? Can they confirm or refute this? Now with baselworld and SIHH (watches
Hmm, you might want to wait a week or two...
You and Lankysudanese should both wait a week or two!
Ok. Thank you very much.
Good to know! I almost bought this one. Because I liked the dial the most. But I didn’t want to pay the extra charge for Platinum. Best Thomas ...
Here's something to consider!
It's not platinum, it's available in steel or gold. Doesn't have the double moon which I like about IWC perpetual calenders. But it's definitely a very nice traditional looking timepiece! ...
Hmmmmmhhhhh...
I am not convinced about the dial, especially the proportion and the appearance of the subdials. So - for me - it‘s not „first love“. I also think that this dial would have looked better combined with a 40mm case. This would have made more sense than a do...
Very good approach! I'm cautiously optimistic too!
I do like the double moon phase indication too! To me, that's a signature of IWC Perpetual Calendars.
Can't confirm or deny...
I can't confirm nor deny, but I strongly advise you to wait a week or two! I have a feeling that your wish may come true!
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It’s hard to guarantee another day (with this damn COVID-19 business that is going around), but I’ll try 😝
Yes I have seen the new models in person but had to agree...
To a non disclosure until the embargo ends which for now is set for sometime towards the end of April.
Thanks for the chance to ask! What are some advantages of the new movement in terms of reliability, serviceability, accuracy?
What about the new movement has lead to these advantages?
I will ask!
1. Reliability, who knows. But better performance from the column wheel vs a rough cam/lever chronograph mechanism. The pusher feel will be significantly better, I hope! 2. Serviceability, I do know that the new movements are designed with better oil rete...
Thanks for the information and chance to ask IWC questions.
I would like to know why there is no three hander Portugieser with no date in the current collection. The discontinuation of reference 5454 is a shame because it was the last in the line of pocket watch based movements with three hands and no date, which ...
I agree about the 5454!
I liked the 5454! Pay attention in the next couple of weeks! It's hard to say if you can expect that same movement though, as I found that charming pocket watch movement to be charming too! Dial font question, interesting question, I'll ask! Oh wow, manua...
Here's a new IWC that might meet your requirements!
It's not exactly a 5454 successor, since it doesn't have a pocket watch movement and it's an automatic. But it is a three hander Portugieser with no date! ...
150 Year Port
I've had the 150 Year Portugieser limited edition for about a year now and it came with the 69355 in house movement. At the time when I bought it the current line of Portugieser did not have an in-house movement quite yet. I like my 150 year Port. I have ...
You are lucky - quite a lot of people haven't had good luck with the 69355
But, now that this movement is in many models, IWC should and will improve upon that track record.
Questions
Thank you for the opportunity to ask questions about the new Portuguese chronograph. I really enjoy learning about the mechanics of movements and visualizing how they parts interact. 1. Has a version of the Pellaton winding system been employed in the new...
Great questions Bob!
1. It does have bi-directional winding, but it's not exactly the same as the Pellaton winding system. 2. Good question. I don't think it's a vertical clutch, but it is possible. I will ask. 3. Will ask.
89365
I have come to realize that the 89365 movement in my bronze Aquatimer has a vertical clutch with column wheel coordination. So it is possible.
I'd like that too. The 5445 is one of my favorite IWCs in a long time!
That 5445 was such a nice watch. Not too thick too. Charming pocket watch movement with huge balance wheel!
Here's a new IWC automatic time only watch. It's not handwound, but it is time only, and 40mm!
Meets 2 out of 3 of your requirements! ...
I wished I had some influence!
Just trading on the publicly available information. I hope you like it! I don't think it's going to be as thin as the 5445, but it will be very nice overall. Most people prefer automatics, so IWC is probably trying to appeal to the mainstream. But I perso...
What are the considerations for introducing a new complication to the Portugieser collection?
For example, are there any complications that might fit your other collections, but that aren't as good a match for the Portugieser? (I think the Portugieser aesthetic would lend itself well to an alarm.)
Interesting question...
The Portugieser already has some of IWC's complications installed. Such as the tourbillon, minute repeater, and so on. I don't think IWC has an alarm movement currently (correct me if I'm wrong), so that's probably why they don't offer a Portugieser with ...
IWC
Most models are ok. For me there is always one little thing that can be better. For example, i like the aquatimer, but it is without a safier case back which i want on a watch. This is why i have still no IWC. Or i see almost a perfect IWC, that if it wou...
IWC is the odd man out among peers in not consistently adopting a free-sprung balance; why?
They do it on some models, and not others. It’s a strange inconsistency, and I’d be interested in the explanation. And I hope they don’t say it’s too expensive, because at these volumes and prices it is not, especially with such recent investments in new ...
