IWC Explained: The Portugieser Chronograph Watch

At IWC, functionality always comes first. Over the years, this consistent design approach has resulted in the typical IWC dial layout with its vertical arrangement of the subdials. Technically complex as it may be, the solution was also chosen for the 69000-calibre family. It makes reading stopped minutes directly at the 12 o’clock position particularly easy. This is especially visible on Portugieser Chronographs. For added variety, there is a wide range of wristband options for these timepieces, from straps made of paper-based TimberTex®, calf leather and comfortable textiles together with extremely durable rubber straps in a wide range of fashionable colours.