IWC Portuguese Automatic IW500101
The IWC Portuguese Automatic IW500101 with its classic white dial and 18k rose gold case is an exquisite and timeless expression of the collection’s legendary heritage, representing a perfect synthesis of refined elegance and the precision of IWC’s most celebrated in-house movement. This 42.3mm timepiece, part of the iconic Portuguese family that dates back to 1939, features a case crafted from 18k rose gold, its warm, lustrous finish beautifully complementing the silver-plated white dial . The dial is a study in clarity and balance, adorned with applied Arabic numerals and elegant feuille hands, all in rose gold, with a sub-dial for the running seconds at 6 o’clock and a discreet date window at 3 o’clock maintaining perfect symmetry .
At its heart beats the legendary automatic Pellaton winding Caliber 51011, IWC’s most famous in-house movement. Visible through the sapphire glass caseback, this movement features a 7-day power reserve indicated on a scale at 3 o’clock, a remarkable achievement in modern watchmaking that ensures the watch can run for a full week when fully wound . The movement’s Pellaton winding system, named after IWC technical director Albert Pellaton, uses a pawl-winding mechanism to efficiently convert the motion of a bidirectional rotor into energy, and is distinguished by its soft-iron inner case for protection against magnetic fields . Presented on a dark brown Santoni leather strap with a folding clasp, the IW500101 is as comfortable as it is elegant . With a water resistance of 30 meters, this Portuguese Automatic is a perfect synthesis of heritage design, technical innovation, and luxurious materials, making it an ideal choice for the discerning collector who demands a timepiece that is both a symbol of understated elegance and a showcase of IWC’s mastery of precision engineering .
| Brand | IWC |
|---|---|
| Model | Portuguese |
| Reference | IW500101 |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Case Material | Yellow Gold |
| Band Material | Leather |
| Size | 42mm |
| Dial Color | White |
| Bezel | Yellow Gold |
| Crystal | Sapphire |
| Papers | No |
| Box | Yes |
| Year | N/A |
| Condition | Preowned |
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