Essential Facts About Swiss Chrono Timepieces

By Humberto Braga


A classical chronograph display in the IWC Portuguese Automatic Chronograph watch marks elapsed time. Its automatic-winding feature is accurate and permits recording of time intervals as much as half an hour, having a precision inside one-eighth of a second.

The sub-dials are vertically placed on account of the interesting and unique under-dial method. The watch also has a the capability of energy reserve for up to 44 hours.

The chronograph hands are produced of blue steel so that you can distinguish them from the hands that show the time.

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

IWC Portuguese Automatic Chronograph consists of a 41mm case created of steel, 18K rose gold, 18K white gold and 18K yellow gold. The dial varies corresponding towards the kind of case; it may possibly be silver, black or graphite colored. The hands of the watch shaped elegantly like a leaf, together with its cabochon minute track create a great visual appeal.

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.

A gorgeous, fine but strong crocodile wrist band is attached to the case which is constructed of stainless steel. Up to water depths of 60 meters the watch is water-resistant.

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

The luxury watch is manufactured in limited editions. It's among probably the most sought right after styles for example the Vintage Collection, Pilot watches, Da vinci watches and New Ingenieur Collection, and but forms the classic label with the IWC Portuguese Collection of watches.




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