IWC Schaffhausen presents three new versions of the Portugieser Chronograph. Two new models, one with a burgundy dial, the other with a green one, extend the collection. IWC also unveiled a boutique edition of the popular chronograph with an 18-carat 5N gold case and a blue dial. All watches are powered by the IWC-manufactured 69355 calibre and feature a see-through sapphire glass back.

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An open, clear and functionally designed dial with two recessed totalizers at 6 o’clock and 12 o’clock, appliqued Arabic numerals and slim feuille hands: These are the design cues that have made the Portugieser Chronograph (Ref. 3716) one of IWC’s most successful models (please read more about here). But equally responsible for giving the watch its unique character is the flange, which features a printed quarter-second scale. It not only allows precise reading of stop times but also gives this timeless Portugieser the qualities of a nautical instrument. The two stainless steel styles are equipped with a newly developed butter y folding clasp, which is particularly comfortable to wear.

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IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ref. IW371615:

Stainless steel case, green dial, rhodium-plated hands and appliques, black alligator leather strap.

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IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ref. IW371616:

Stainless steel case, burgundy dial, rhodium-plated hands and appliques, black alligator leather strap.

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IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ref. IW371614 Boutique Edition:

18-carat 5N gold case, blue dial, gold-plated hands, 18-carat gold appliques, blue alligator leather strap.

All three models are driven by a chronograph movement from the 69000-calibre family. The IWC-manufactured 69355 calibre is a rugged and precise chronograph movement with a classic column-wheel design. It can be admired through the transparent sapphire glass back. Stop times are clearly indicated on the subdial at 12 o’clock.

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IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ref. IW3716

Technical specifications:

Reference: IW371615, IW371616, IW371614

Features: Mechanical movement – stopwatch function with minutes and seconds – small hacking seconds – see-through sapphire glass back

Movement:

·       IWC manufacture calibre: 69355

·       Frequency: 28,800 vph/4 Hz

·       Jewels: 27

·       Power reserve: 46 h

·       Winding: Automatic

Case:

·       Materials:

·       Ref. IW371615: Stainless steel case, green dial, rhodium-plated hands and appliques, black alligator leather strap

·       Ref. IW371616: Stainless steel case, burgundy dial, rhodium-plated hands and appliques, black alligator leather strap

·       Ref. IW371614: 18-carat 5N gold case, blue dial, gold-plated hands, 18-carat gold appliques, blue alligator leather strap

·       Glass: Sapphire, convex, antireflective coating on both sides

·       Water-resistant: 3 bars

·       Diameter: 41 mm

·       Height: 13.1 mm

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The prices for the IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ref. IW3716 are:

·      CHF 8,200 Swiss Francs / €7,950 for the steel models in green (IW371615) and red (IW371616)

·      CHF17,900 Swiss Francs / €17,700 for the red gold model with blue dial (IW371614)

For more information please visit IWC Online.