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IWC Portugieser Chronograph Watch

Item No.
11998986
11998986
$7,950.00
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The Portugieser Chronograph is one of IWC Schaffhausen’s most iconic models. With its compact diameter of 41mm, it fits almost any wrist. However, the thin bezel gives one the impression of wearing a significantly larger watch. The clear, functional dial boasts applied Arabic numerals and slender Feuille hands. Printed with a quarter-second scale, the characteristic réhaut not only allows precise reading of the stop time but also reminds us of the Portugieser’s origins as a nautical precision instrument for the wrist. This model features a stainless steel case, a blue dial, as well as rhodium-plated hands and appliqués; it is fitted with a black alligator leather strap. Inside the sporty-elegant chronograph, the IWC-manufactured 69355 calibre is at work. The robust and precise chronograph movement in classic column-wheel design is visible through a sapphire-glass case back.
  • Item No.
    11998986
    11998986
  • Style #
    IW371606
  • Jewelry Type
    Watch
  • Metal Type
    Steel
  • Metal Purity
    Stainless steel
  • Engravable
    No
  • Band Color
    Black
  • Band Material
    Alligator
  • Clasp Type
    Buckle
  • Case Material
    Stainless Steel
  • Case Size
    41mm
  • Crystal
    Sapphire
  • Dial Color
    Blue
  • Dial Marker
    Numbers / Arabic
  • Functions
    Chronograph, Automatic Winding, Power Reserve
  • Movement Type
    Automatic
  • Shape
    Round
  • Water Resistance
    30 Meters

Give your watch a quick check on a regular basis, wiping down the face and bracelet with a soft cloth, checking the leather on a strap, and making sure that the strap or bracelet is firmly attached to the watch face. Also, while many watches are water resistant, few are truly waterproof, so if you find that moisture or dust has penetrated the case of your watch, bring it into your local Ben Bridge store where we can have one of our watchmakers clean it out for you.

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In general, having your watch checked regularly by your Personal Jeweler or watchmaker and serviced according to the manufacturer's guidelines should keep it in excellent shape.