Monday, September 2, 2013

A Basic Summary Of 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 makes it possible for recording of time intervals up to half an hour, with a precision within one-eighth of a second.

The special under-dial mechanism of IWC has enabled the sub-dials to be vertically laid-out. Further, this Automatic Chronograph watch has a 44-hour energy reserve.

Due to the fact the chronograph hands are blue and created of steel, it isn't tough to tell them apart from the hands that indicate the time.

IWC's 79350 Caliber is used for the modified Valjoux 7750 movement. Its seconds sub-dial is situated within the lower part, and the date wheel is absent in this watch.

The case of the IWC Portuguese Automatic Chronograph consists of steel, 18K rose gold, 18K white gold and 18K yellow gold. This case is 41 millimeters. The dial colors differ in accordance with the case; black, graphite or silver. The watch also has a cabochon minute track as well as the hands are leaf-shaped.

The intricately-crafted three-piece case with an appealing dial and Guilloche sub-dials depict a fine and bright writing. Its polished stainless steel bezel has a dome-shaped sapphire crystal.

The case and also the rear component with the case are mainly brushed stainless. The watch is water-resistant as much as a depth of sixty meters. A Crocodile strap is secured towards the case and although it appears thin, it truly is has excellent serviceability.

IWC Portuguese Automatic Chronograph depicts a style that's a lot more appropriate for the far more mature group of individuals, as it emphasizes much more on the classical aspect. It is well identified as a Portuguese classic, and is sure to retain its fame as a common selection of chronograph lovers.

The luxury watch is manufactured in restricted editions. It is amongst the most sought soon after styles such as the Vintage Collection, Pilot watches, Da vinci watches and New Ingenieur Collection, and however forms the classic label of the IWC Portuguese Collection of watches.




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