IWC Watches: 15 Crowd-Favorites on Wristcheck

The Portugieser Chronograph is the dress watch that doesn’t shy from a little speed. With a slim bezel and airy dial, the 41 mm case wears flatter than specs suggest, while the in-house 69355 column-wheel movement keeps timing silky and responsive. Blue on steel is an easy wardrobe anchor, and the mid-weight bracelet/strap options give it range. If you’re chasing a piece that signals “collector who reads the footnotes,” the Portugieser Chronograph 41 is that quiet flex.
 

Specs
· Case: 41 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 69355 automatic, column-wheel chronograph  

· Hero spec: Balanced 30-minute layout with exhibition back  

· Reference: IW371217  

· Production run: 2020–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 9,300  

Think of the Portugieser 40 as the distillation of IWC’s marine-instrument roots into a daily driver. The dial stays minimalist—rail-track minutes, Arabic numerals—while the 40 mm case and compact lug span keep it sharp under a cuff. The 82200 series movement brings Pellaton winding and day-to-day resilience. The Portugieser Automatic 40 telegraphs taste without broadcasting it.

Specs

· Case: 40 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 82200 automatic with Pellaton winding  

· Hero spec: Ultra-legible “open” dial with small seconds  

· Reference: IW358305  

· Production run: 2020–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 6,000  

Perpetual calendar, 7-day reserve, moonphase drama—this is IWC flexing. Armor Gold lifts the warmth and scratch-resistance, while the 52616 family movement handles the heavy lifting: day, date, month and year logic that auto-corrects for leap years. On the wrist, the case arcs nicely and the strap settles fast. The Portugieser Perpetual Calendar 44 is the connoisseur’s “weekend plus boardroom” answer.

Specs

· Case: 44 mm Armor Gold  

· Movement: Cal. 52616 automatic, perpetual calendar, 7-day reserve  

· Hero spec: Dual-hemisphere moonphase with 7-day mainspring  

· Reference: IW503701  

· Production run: 2020–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 41,000  

The Mark line distills cockpit legibility into a no-nonsense daily watch. The Mark XX adds a long-legged power reserve and crisper case lines while keeping that high-contrast dial and big-shoulder crown. The 40 mm steel case wears slim; the green dial is modern without going loud. For many collectors, the Mark XX is the “own one great pilot’s watch” choice.

Specs

· Case: 40 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 32111 automatic, ~120-hour power reserve  

· Hero spec: Field-grade legibility in a sub-11 mm profile  

· Reference: IW328205  

· Production run: 2022–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 4,600 

Same clean Mark recipe, leaner feel. Grade-5 titanium knocks down weight and adds a barely-there sheen; the turquoise Petronas accents lift readability. The Mark XX AMG Petronas keeps daily-beater practicality while nodding to F1 energy—subtle on strap, stealth on bracelet.

Specs

· Case: 40 mm titanium  

· Movement: Cal. 32111 automatic, long-reserve architecture  

· Hero spec: Lightweight titanium case with Petronas color pops  

· Reference: IW328210  

· Production run: 2023–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 5,300  

If you want the Pilot’s look in a truly compact footprint, this is it. The 36 mm case is crisp at the lugs and low on the wrist, with a deep blue dial that stays readable in any light. The Pilot’s Watch 36 serves as a versatile entry into the family—equally at home on a nylon strap or a dressier leather.

Specs

· Case: 36 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 35111 automatic  

· Hero spec: Proportions first—pure instrument design at 36 mm  

· Reference: IW324008  

· Production run: 2016–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 4,000  

The modern Pilot’s Chronograph shrinks to 41 mm without losing that cockpit clarity. The in-house 6938x series brings column-wheel smoothness and everyday reliability. The sunburst blue dial reads fast; pushers have a firm, tactile click. The Chronograph 41 Blue is a sweet-spot all-rounder for those who time everything.

Specs

· Case: 41 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 69385 automatic, column-wheel chronograph  

· Hero spec: Shrunk footprint, full pilot legibility  

· Reference: IW388102  

· Production run: 2021–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 6,600  

This titanium-cased take wears lighter, tougher and sportier, with Petronas-green accents that catch in low light. Inside, the same 69385 keeps timing duties honest. On strap, it disappears; on bracelet, it still feels feather-weight. If you like your chrono with team-garage vibes, the AMG Petronas 41 nails it.

Specs

· Case: 41 mm titanium  

· Movement: Cal. 69385 automatic, column-wheel chronograph  

· Hero spec: Titanium case with Petronas color signature  

· Reference: IW388108  

· Production run: 2022–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 7,300  

Prefer a touch more presence? The 42 mm titanium case adds dial breathing room without tipping into bulky. The matte black dial keeps glare down; the 69385 movement remains the dependable heartbeat. As a daily timing tool, the Chronograph 42 Titanium balances comfort, stealth and utility.

Specs

· Case: 42 mm titanium  

· Movement: Cal. 69385 automatic, column-wheel chronograph  

· Hero spec: Anti-glare titanium with clear, high-contrast readout  

· Reference: IW388305  

· Production run: 2021–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 6,400  

The 43 trims IWC’s most famous silhouette to a very wearable size. You still get the conical crown, broad sword hands and “instrument panel” spacing—just in a case that fits more wrists. The 82100 movement brings modern winding tech; the blue dial gives it dress range. The Big Pilot 43 Blue is the gateway to Big Pilot charisma.

Specs

· Case: 43 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 82100 automatic  

· Hero spec: Big-Pilot DNA in a slim, balanced 43 mm package  

· Reference: IW329304  

· Production run: 2021–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 8,500  

Ceramic changes the vibe completely—darker, more technical, more “flight line.” Still 43 mm, still friendly on the wrist, but with a stealth finish and titanium hardware where it counts. The Big Pilot 43 Top Gun is the pick when you want the icon to whisper rather than shout.

Specs

· Case: 43 mm black ceramic (titanium crown/caseback)  

· Movement: Cal. 82100 automatic  

· Hero spec: Scratch-resistant ceramic case with tool-watch presence  

· Reference: IW329801  

· Production run: 2022–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 9,100  

If you want the original wrist-altimeter attitude, this is it. The 46 mm case, oversized crown and horizontal power-reserve scale are pure Big Pilot theater, yet the curved lugs and balanced weight make it surprisingly wearable. Inside, the 7-day automatic caliber keeps weekends easy. The Big Pilot Classic remains a north star for the whole genre.

Specs

· Case: 46 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 51110 automatic, 7-day power reserve  

· Hero spec: Oversized crown with real everyday ergonomics  

· Reference: IW500401  

· Production run: 2006–2012  

· Approx. price: US$ 10,500  

Sometimes you just want simple done right. The Portofino 40 is the cleanest dress-casual watch in IWC’s stable: slim bezel, baton hands and a silver dial that pairs with everything. The 40 mm case wears flat and friendly; swap straps and it morphs from desk to dinner. The Portofino Automatic 40 is a smart anchor to any collection.

Specs

· Case: 40 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 35111 automatic  

· Hero spec: Minimalist dial with all-day legibility  

· Reference: IW356501  

· Production run: 2003–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 3,800  

IWC’s Laureus editions support sport-for-good initiatives, and this Da Vinci brings that mission into a dressier, round-cased chrono with a deep blue dial. The in-house flyback caliber stacks elapsed hours and minutes on one sub-dial, keeping the face tidy. The Da Vinci Laureus reads refined, yet under the cuff it’s quietly mechanical.

Specs

· Case: 42 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 89361 automatic, flyback chronograph  

· Hero spec: Co-axial hour/minute totalizer for clean symmetry  

· Reference: IW393402  

· Production run: 2017–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 10,800  

Need more dial and a touch more presence? The 43 mm steel case does it without losing balance, while the black dial and crisp white print stay legible in every scenario. The modern in-house chrono caliber brings reliability and a confident pusher feel. The Pilot’s Chronograph 43 is the “do-everything” tool watch in this lineup.

Specs

· Case: 43 mm stainless steel  

· Movement: Cal. 69385 automatic, column-wheel chronograph  

· Hero spec: Bigger dial real estate, same cockpit clarity  

· Reference: IW378001  

· Production run: 2021–present  

· Approx. price: US$ 6,000