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A Concise Guide To Swiss Chronograph Timepieces

By Humberto Braga


A classical chronograph display in the IWC Portuguese Automatic Chronograph watch marks elapsed time. Its automatic-winding function is accurate and makes it possible for recording of time intervals up to half an hour, using a precision within one-eighth of a second.

The sub-dials are vertically placed due to the fascinating and special under-dial technique. The watch also has a the capability of energy reserve for as much as 44 hours.

Since the chronograph hands are blue and created of steel, it is not tough to tell them apart from the hands that indicate the time.

IWC's 79350 Caliber is utilized for the modified Valjoux 7750 movement. Its seconds sub-dial is situated in the lower component, and the date wheel is absent in this watch.

The case of the IWC Portuguese Automatic Chronograph consists of steel, 18K rose gold, 18K white gold and 18K yellow gold. This case is 41 millimeters. The dial colors vary in accordance with the case; black, graphite or silver. The watch also has a cabochon minute track as well as the hands are leaf-shaped.

The intricately-crafted three-piece case with an attractive dial and Guilloche sub-dials depict a fine and bright writing. Its polished stainless steel bezel has a dome-shaped sapphire crystal.

The case and also the rear component with the case are mainly brushed stainless. The watch is water-resistant as much as a depth of sixty meters. A Crocodile strap is secured to the case and though it appears thin, it really is has excellent serviceability.

A hit with watch enthusiasts of chronograph and Portuguese watches, the IWC Portuguese Automatic Chronograph is much more suited to older men and women due to its conventional, time-less appearance.

As a result of its sheer luxury and restricted editions, the IWC Portuguese Automatic Chronograph is an extremely well-known watch and is deemed to be a peer to the other high-end watches including Pilot and Da Vinci.




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