IWC
Portugieser Automatic 40
IW358305
The Portugieser's classic proportions reborn in a modern 40 mm format.
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Overview
The IWC Portugieser Automatic 40 (ref. IW358305) presents the storied Portugieser line in a 40.4 mm stainless steel case, making the collection's refined dress-watch character accessible to a broader range of wrist sizes. Its blue dial is a contemporary expression of the line's traditionally clean, legibility-first aesthetic. Introduced in 2020, the reference pairs that dial with IWC's in-house Calibre 82200.
History
The Portugieser name traces back to the late 1930s, when IWC produced large-cased pocket-watch-movement wristwatches at the request of Portuguese merchants — establishing a tradition of generous dials and restrained ornamentation that endures today. For decades the line was associated with cases in the 42–44 mm range, so the 2020 introduction of the 40 mm variant marked a deliberate step toward a more versatile, classically proportioned silhouette. The IW358305 has since become a reference point for collectors who prize the Portugieser's heritage but prefer a slightly more compact wearing experience.
Notable points
- 40.4 mm stainless steel case strikes a balance between the Portugieser's traditionally large format and modern wearability.
- Blue sunburst dial continues the line's emphasis on clean, uncluttered legibility with applied hour markers and a railway-track minute chapter.
- Calibre 82200 is an IWC in-house automatic movement featuring a bidirectional rotor and a power reserve of approximately 60 hours.
- Slim, elegant case profile reinforces the watch's identity as a dress piece suited to both formal and smart-casual contexts.
- Introduced in 2020 as part of a broader Portugieser family refresh that brought the collection's proportions in line with contemporary wearing preferences.
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