IWC Portugieser Chronograph IW371602 Jubilee

Mach · 2018-03-17T21:16:52Z

Explore IWC's 150th Anniversary Jubilee Collection, featuring the Portugieser Chronograph IW371602. Get collector insights on new releases and boutique experiences.

Mach

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Mach's post offers a timely look at IWC's 150th Anniversary Jubilee Collection, specifically the Portugieser Chronograph Edition "150 Years" (IW371602). His initial intrigue, sparked by an Instagram post from CEO Christoph Grainger-Herr, highlights the evolving ways collectors discover new releases. This article captures Mach's firsthand experience at the IWC Madison Boutique and the community's immediate reactions to the collection.

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When IWC announced their 150th Anniversary Jubilee Collection at SIHH '18, I fell in love with the Portugieser Chronograph Edition "150 Years" (IW371602). Originally, I didn't even know about its existence until I saw a photo on CEO Christoph Grainger-Herr's Instagram page after SIHH. I quickly became intrigued and placed a deposit down after seeing additional photos plastered all over the web.

The boutique called me a few weeks ago to inform me they would have most of their Jubilee Collection models available for viewing this week. So, I jumped at the opportunity to see it in the flesh. For reference, my wrist size is ~6.7":

Portugieser Chronograph Edition "150 Years" (IW371601):

With the boutique lighting, it was challenging to take these photos. I wish I could have seen them in natural lighting. On the white dial, the hands and the painted numerals appear to be charcoal grey. But, at times, you can see the blue come to life. I must say that I was tremendously impressed with both the white and blue dial editions. I'm still leaning towards the white dial, but I told them I may switch to the blue dial.

Portofino Hand-Wound Moon Phase Edition "150 Years" (IW516405):

Portofino Chronograph Edition "150 Years" (IW391024):

Portofino Automatic Edition "150 Years" (IW356518):

Da Vinci Automatic Edition (IW358101) - sorry, not the best photo:

Da Vinci Automatic Edition (IW358102):

Pilot's Watch Chronograph Edition "150 Years" (IW377725):

They also had the Pilot's Watch Mk XVIII "Laureus Sport for Good Foundation" (IW324703). At 41mm, it's slightly larger than the standard Mk XVIII:

At 41mm, it's slightly larger than the standard Mk XVIII:

I was so excited to see this collection that I forgot to pack a green shirt.

Fortunately, the St. Patrick's Day parade was on 5th Avenue and I had no problems getting to Madison Ave. I wore my recently acquired Seiko Presage Blue Enamel for the day:

Thanks for looking!

Mark

Key Points from the Discussion

The Portugieser Chronograph Edition "150 Years" (IW371602) was a standout for its familiar aesthetic, though not universally appealing to all collectors.
One collector, typically focused on vintage IWC, noted the brand's strategic offering of multiple case materials at similar price points for the Jubilee collection, a move seen as competitive.
The Pilot Chrono from the Jubilee collection was considered a strong contender by some, despite the Portugieser Chronograph's prominence.
The blue Portofino with its lacquered dial was highlighted as a favorite from SIHH, praised for its matte finish that softens light reflection.

The Discussion

Alkiro1

Mar 18, 2018

The Portofino moon phase power reserve is my favourite here but I definitely prefer your blue enamel

Best wishes Alkiro

paxtaru

Mar 18, 2018

Blue Portofino is beautiful

I was lucky enough to be at SIHH this year and photographed for the Horbiter website (Italian site, don't think it's widely known here yet). The blue Portofino with the lacquered dial was one of my favorites, the IWC lacquered dial has a matte feel to the dial and softens the reflection of light as light shines on it. Really beautiful watch.

Jay (Eire)

Mar 18, 2018

I too happened to drop by the Boutique this week and saw these.

I will admit my interest in modern IWC is very limited, I'm a fan of the simple BP (having owned one) and appreciate what IWC have done on this model re their offer of numerous case materials at pretty much the same price point and in regular production (are you listening Panerai?). I also remain a fan of the Portuguese Automatic line (still own one) but much of the recent releases have not been of interest to me. Of this bunch I think the Pilot Chrono was the pick for me, and while the Portugue