IWC
Portugieser Chronograph
IW371617
Classic Portugieser proportions meet a refined blue dial and in-house chronograph.
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Overview
The IWC Portugieser Chronograph reference IW371617 presents the enduring Portugieser silhouette in a 41 mm stainless steel case paired with a striking blue dial. Introduced in 2021, it is powered by IWC's Calibre 69355, a column-wheel chronograph movement developed in-house. The combination of restrained design and modern manufacture movement places it firmly at the heart of the contemporary Portugieser lineup.
History
The Portugieser line traces its origins to the late 1930s, when IWC produced large-cased watches at the request of Portuguese merchants who wanted the precision of a pocket-watch movement in a wristwatch. The chronograph variant has been a cornerstone of the collection for decades, evolving through several generations of movement and case design. The IW371617, introduced in 2021, represents the current generation, adopting the Calibre 69355 with its column-wheel and flyback-capable architecture. Its blue dial variant has become one of the more sought-after references among collectors drawn to the Portugieser's clean, legible aesthetic.
Notable points
- Calibre 69355 is an in-house column-wheel chronograph movement, offering greater control and feel at the pushers compared to cam-actuated designs.
- The 41 mm stainless steel case sits at a versatile size that balances the Portugieser's traditionally generous proportions with everyday wearability.
- The blue dial features applied Arabic numerals and a railway-track minute chapter, hallmarks of the classic Portugieser design language.
- Twin subsidiary registers at 3 and 9 o'clock follow the traditional Portugieser chronograph layout, keeping the dial uncluttered and symmetrical.
- Introduced in 2021, the IW371617 is part of an ongoing production run, making it accessible to collectors without the scarcity premium of discontinued references.
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