Portugieser Automatic Steel Silver Dial 40mm

About the Model

The IWC Portugieser Automatic (ref. IW358303) draws directly on the enduring design language of the original 1930s ref. 325, now refined into a more compact and contemporary 40mm format. This version presents the signature clean Portuguese aesthetic in a stainless steel case paired beautifully with a silver dial and applied Arabic numerals – a study in restrained elegance linked to early marine chronometers.

Housing the IWC calibre 82200, a robust in-house self-winding movement with Pellaton winding system, the watch delivers a 60-hour power reserve and through its sapphire caseback, showcases Côtes de Genève finishing across the bridges. The smooth bezel, leaf-shaped hands, and small seconds counter at 6 o’clock add depth to the otherwise uncluttered dial. Water-resistant to 30m, it balances delicacy with day-to-day practicality.

With its compact dimensions and historical cues, the IW358303 continues a central lineage within IWC’s portfolio, appealing to collectors who seek classic proportions without compromising on mechanical integrity or stylistic authenticity.Read More