Watches IWC Schaffhausen

IWC Schaffhausen is one of the most prestigious watch brands in the world – a symbol of innovation, perfect engineering execution, and timeless elegance. Founded in 1868 in the Swiss city of Schaffhausen, it has been setting new standards in the world of watchmaking for over 150 years.
From the first pocket models, through groundbreaking material solutions, to contemporary masterpieces of engineering – IWC continuously remains a pioneer in the field of luxury watchmaking. Unlike many brands in the premium segment, IWC combines refined Swiss precision with American spirit of innovation, which stems from the unique history of its founding.

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IWC Schaffhausen watches have accompanied people in extreme conditions: from fighter cockpits, through ocean depths, to partnership with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 team. These are more than timepieces – they are instruments of unparalleled precision, durability, and technical excellence.
IWC Schaffhausen’s offering includes several outstanding collections that have for years combined engineering precision with unmatched functionality, responding to the diverse needs of the most demanding users.

IWC Pilot’s Watches
The legendary Pilot’s Watches collection is the quintessence of IWC’s aviation heritage. Since the 1930s, it has been the standard for aviation watches, combining exceptional functionality with characteristic, recognizable design.
This is a line for those who value uncompromising readability, reliability in extreme conditions, and history reaching back to the pioneering days of aviation. Its models are a combination of raw functionality with precision worthy of Swiss watchmaking.

TOP GUN
Models utilizing advanced materials, including colored ceramics created in collaboration with PANTONE®. These are watches inspired by the elite world of naval aviation – durable, resistant, and with characteristic, technical design. An excellent choice for those seeking watches with exceptional durability and distinctive character.

Spitfire
A series referencing the legendary fighter from World War II, with elegant retro-futuristic design. Spitfire watches recall the golden age of aviation, combining classic design elements with modern materials. They are more elegant than TOP GUN models while maintaining full functionality of aviation watches.

Le Petit Prince and Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Special editions commemorating the famous pilot and writer, with characteristic blue dials. These are unique models for lovers of literature and aviation – combining poetic soul with technical excellence. Each watch tells a story, becoming not only an instrument for measuring time but also a tribute to the legendary pilot and writer.

IWC Portugieser
Portugieser is IWC’s icon of elegance – a collection initiated in the 1930s on special order from Portuguese merchants who sought precise marine watches for the wrist.
This is a proposition for connoisseurs of classic elegance, appreciating minimalist design and advanced watchmaking complications. Characteristic large cases, clean dials, and extraordinary precision make Portugieser a symbol of refined style.

Portugieser Chronograph
The iconic chronograph with a perfectly balanced dial featuring two counters – an icon of the collection since the 1990s. This is one of the most recognizable chronographs in the world – its clean lines, perfect proportions, and excellent readability create a pattern of elegance that transcends trends. Perfect for formal and informal styling.

Portugieser Perpetual Calendar
Models with perpetual calendar – a mechanical masterpiece that automatically accounts for varying month lengths and leap years. These watches represent the pinnacle of watchmaking craftsmanship – combining complex mechanism with readable, elegant interface. An excellent choice for lovers of high complications in classic form.

Portugieser Automatic
Classic automatic models with characteristic power reserve indicator and small seconds. This is the quintessence of Portugieser – a clean, elegant dial with subtle details that every connoisseur will appreciate. Available in various sizes and materials, it makes an ideal daily watch for lovers of classic style.

IWC Portofino
The Portofino collection, created in 1984, draws inspiration from the elegance of the Italian coast and Mediterranean lifestyle. It is synonymous with timeless elegance and understated luxury.
This is an ideal proposition for those who appreciate classic, unobtrusive style – watches that perfectly complement formal attire, never losing their relevance. Their slender profiles and clean lines are the quintessence of watchmaking elegance.

Portofino Automatic
Classic models with automatic winding, available in various sizes – from 34mm to 45mm. This is the simplest yet most universal version of Portofino – perfect for daily wear. Minimalist design with date and seconds works in every situation.

Portofino Chronograph
Elegant chronographs combining sporting functionality with refined style. These are watches for those who need a practical chronograph without sacrificing classic elegance. Perfectly balanced dials with counters do not overwhelm, maintaining readability and harmony.

Portofino Moon Phase
Models with moon phase complication – a romantic addition to classic design. These watches add a poetic element to the collection – the moon phase is not only a practical function but also an aesthetic element, adding depth and character to the dial. An ideal choice for romantic souls.

IWC Ingenieur
Since 1955, Ingenieur has embodied IWC’s engineering approach to watchmaking. Created as a magnetic field-resistant watch for scientists and engineers, it has over time become an icon of sporting elegance.
This is a collection for those who appreciate technical innovations, durability, and characteristic design. The classic model designed by Gérald Genta, reborn in 2023, represents the quintessence of a modern sports watch with soul.

Ingenieur Automatic
Contemporary interpretation of the classic design from 1976 – a sports watch with sophisticated construction. This is a return to roots – a watch combining the characteristic pentagonal bezel with integrated bracelet in a modern, refined edition. An ideal choice for lovers of iconic designs from the past.

Ingenieur Chronograph
Sports chronographs with technical character and high functionality. These models add practical timing function to Ingenieur’s characteristic design. Perfect for active individuals who appreciate sporting style and Swiss precision.

Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar
Advanced models combining Ingenieur’s sporting character with perpetual calendar complication. This is an exclusive proposition for collectors – a rare combination of sporting character with one of the most prestigious watchmaking complications. An exceptional proposition for the most demanding enthusiasts.

IWC Aquatimer
Aquatimer is IWC’s answer to professional divers’ needs – a collection that since 1967 has combined functionality, safety, and elegance.
These are watches created to operate in extreme conditions – equipped with an innovative internal rotating ring system, high water resistance, and perfect readability. Ideal for divers, travelers, and lovers of active lifestyle.

Aquatimer Automatic
Basic diving models with SafeDive system – a mechanism protecting against accidental ring displacement. These are reliable tools for recreational and professional divers – combining solid construction, 300-meter water resistance, and IWC’s characteristic rotating ring system.

Aquatimer Chronograph
Advanced diving chronographs with additional timing functions. These watches add chronograph functionality to a professional diving watch – an ideal solution for those who need precise timing underwater and on land.

Aquatimer Deep Three
Specialist model with mechanical depth gauge – a unique tool for professional divers. This is an advanced instrument that can measure and remember diving depth up to 50 meters, providing indispensable safety during underwater exploration.

IWC Da Vinci
The Da Vinci collection, named after the Renaissance genius, expresses IWC’s pursuit of perfection and innovation. Since 1969, it has been a platform for the brand’s most advanced watchmaking complications.
This is a line for true connoisseurs of watchmaking art – combining classic aesthetics with pioneering technical solutions. Its models often set new standards in the world of haute horlogerie.

Da Vinci Automatic
Elegant automatic models in characteristic round cases with articulated lugs. This is the most universal proposition from the collection – watches with classic elegance and perfect proportions. Distinguished by the characteristic bracelet or strap attachment system that ensures ideal wearing comfort.

Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph
A masterpiece of watchmaking combining chronograph with perpetual calendar in one dial. This is one of IWC’s most technologically advanced watches – combining two prestigious complications in a harmonious, readable interface. Created for the most demanding collectors and lovers of watchmaking art.

Da Vinci Tourbillon
Models with rotating tourbillon – a mechanism compensating for gravity’s effect on movement accuracy. This is the pinnacle of watchmaking craftsmanship – watches where the hypnotizing tourbillon mechanism is visible through a special opening in the dial. Rare and sought after by collectors worldwide.

IWC Watches – Investment in Innovation and Swiss Precision
Every IWC Schaffhausen watch is a masterpiece of engineering, combining advanced technology with craftsmanship of the highest order. Whether you need a professional instrument for extreme conditions, an elegant addition to formal attire, or a sophisticated work of watchmaking art – you will find a model tailored to your needs.

Why Choose IWC Watches?
Pioneering materials: from titanium and ceramics to innovative alloys and colored ceramics created in collaboration with PANTONE®. In-house calibers: movements designed and manufactured in IWC’s own manufactures, guaranteeing reliability and precision. Characteristic color palette: unique shades of Horizon Blue, Dune, Obsidian, and Silver Moon, reflecting the eternal cycle of day and night. Legendary durability: watches tested in extreme conditions, from aircraft cockpits to ocean depths. Heritage and innovation: over 150 years of experience combined with constant pursuit of excellence and technological advancement.

Ceratanium® – IWC’s Revolutionary Material

One of IWC’s most impressive achievements in materials science is Ceratanium® – a patented alloy combining the lightness and strength of titanium with the hardness and scratch resistance of ceramics. This innovative material, with its characteristic matte-black finish, is used in the most advanced models of the Pilot’s Watches and Aquatimer collections.

Partnership with Mercedes-AMG Petronas

Since 2013, IWC has been the “Official Engineering Partner” of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 team. This partnership, based on shared values of precision, excellence, and innovation, has resulted in a series of exceptional racing watches. These models combine inspiration from the world of motorsport with the highest class Swiss watchmaking, offering both masterful technology and unique sporting style.

Commitment to Sustainable Development

IWC Schaffhausen sets standards in sustainable development within the luxury industry. The company regularly publishes transparent reports on its environmental impact, strives to use renewable energy sources in production, and engages in ecosystem protection projects. IWC continuously seeks innovative solutions that minimize ecological footprint while maintaining the highest product quality.

Legendary IWC Schaffhausen Models
Big Pilot’s Watch
An icon of aviation watchmaking, whose contemporary interpretation captivates with its 46-millimeter case and characteristic “onion” crown.
This is not just a watch – it is a symbol of aviation watchmaking that has successfully transitioned from cockpits to the wrists of enthusiasts worldwide. Its monumental presence on the wrist, readable dial, and reliable movement make it one of IWC’s most recognizable models.

Portugieser Chronograph
Introduced in the 1990s, it became synonymous with elegant chronograph with perfectly balanced proportions.
This is a masterpiece of watch design – clean lines, perfect proportions, and harmonious layout of two subdials create a pattern that inspires designers worldwide. Despite three decades passing, it remains one of the most desired chronographs in the luxury segment.

Ingenieur SL (Ref. 1832)
Legendary model designed by Gérald Genta in 1976, reborn in 2023 while preserving its iconic character.
This is an example of timeless design – a watch that was ahead of its time, with characteristic pentagonal bezel and integrated bracelet. Its triumphant return shows that true classics never go out of style, but only mature with time.

Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar
Kurt Klaus’s revolutionary perpetual calendar from 1985, which revolutionized the approach to this prestigious complication.
This is a watch that changed the rules of the game – a mechanism allowing synchronization of all calendar indications using the crown was a breakthrough in the world of advanced complications. To this day, it remains a model of engineering elegance and practical application of complex technology.

Aquatimer Deep Three
Professional diving watch with mechanical depth gauge – a unique tool for the most demanding underwater explorers.
This is a triumph of mechanical engineering – a watch that can measure and remember diving depth up to 50 meters without electronics. An extraordinary instrument that combines classic watchmaking with the functionality of modern diving equipment.

Pilot’s Watch Mark XI
Legendary navigation watch created in 1948 for the Royal Air Force, setting standards for military watches.
This is the archetype of professional aviation watch – its clear dial, magnetic protection, and reliability in extreme conditions created the foundation for the entire Pilot’s Watches collection. Its contemporary interpretations (Mark XII to Mark XVIII) continue the heritage of precision and functionality.
View our IWC watch collection and discover Swiss engineering at its finest – watches that will last for generations.

IWC Innovations That Changed Watchmaking

Pellaton mechanism: invented in the 1950s by Albert Pellaton, an automatic winding system that converts wrist movement into energy with unparalleled efficiency and durability.
Digital pocket watches: pioneering models from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries with revolutionary digit display system instead of traditional hands – precursors of contemporary digital watches.
Kurt Klaus perpetual calendar: ingeniously simple mechanism from 1985 that revolutionized perpetual calendar operation, enabling synchronous setting of all indications using the crown.
Titanium and ceramics: IWC was among the first brands to apply these materials in watch production, opening a new chapter in lightness, durability, and scratch resistance.
Ceratanium®: patented material combining advantages of titanium and ceramics, created by IWC engineers as an answer to the need for ultra-light yet extremely durable and scratch-resistant cases.
SafeDive system: innovative mechanism in Aquatimer watches that protects against accidental displacement of the internal rotating ring, guaranteeing safety during diving.

IWC Schaffhausen does not just create exceptional watches – it creates watchmaking legends, combining Swiss precision, American spirit of innovation, and unparalleled quality of execution. By choosing IWC, you are not just choosing a watch – you are choosing timeless value that will serve for generations.

Frequently Asked Questions About IWC Schaffhausen Watches
Why should you buy an IWC Schaffhausen watch?IWC Schaffhausen is a brand renowned for its watchmaking precision, classic design, and Swiss quality. Their timepieces are valued for reliability, aesthetics, and heritage dating back to 1868.

Are IWC Schaffhausen watches a good investment?Yes, many IWC models maintain or increase in value, particularly limited editions or pieces from popular collections like Portugieser and Big Pilot. The brand is highly regarded among collectors and luxury enthusiasts.

What are the most popular IWC watch models?The most sought-after collections are: Portugieser, Pilot’s Watches, Portofino, Ingenieur, and Aquatimer. Each series offers unique technical and stylistic features.

What are the differences between Portugieser, Pilot, and Portofino series?– Portugieser – elegant watches with large cases, inspired by maritime classics.
– Pilot – aviation watches with high legibility and military aesthetics.
– Portofino – minimalist and elegant models, perfect for both daily wear and formal attire.

Is IWC a luxury watch brand?Yes. IWC Schaffhausen is a prestigious Swiss luxury brand, valued for its hand-crafted production, precise mechanisms, and timeless style.

Where are IWC watches manufactured?IWC watches are manufactured in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. The brand has remained faithful to this city throughout its history, emphasizing its independence and quality.

Are IWC watches water-resistant?Most IWC models offer water resistance from 30 to 300 meters. Sports models, like the Aquatimer, are designed for use in water.

How to identify an authentic IWC watch?An authentic IWC watch has a reference number, documentation, distinctive engravings, and superior craftsmanship. Purchasing from an authorized dealer ensures authenticity.

What movements does IWC use?IWC uses its own manufacture movements and internally developed calibers, such as the 52010 and 69385. The brand is known for innovative mechanical solutions and attention to detail.

Are IWC watches suitable as gifts?IWC watches make excellent gifts for anniversaries, jubilees, or promotions. Their prestige and quality make them an exceptional lifelong present.

How to care for an IWC watch?It is recommended to avoid strong impacts, contact with chemicals, and maintain regular servicing at authorized centers. The watch should be stored in its original box or case.

How long is the warranty on IWC watches?IWC offers a standard 2-year warranty, which can be extended to 8 years after registering the watch in the My IWC program.

Do you offer service for IWC watches?Yes, we collaborate with authorized IWC Schaffhausen service centers. We assist in arranging repairs, maintenance, and inspections according to manufacturer requirements.

Can I try on an IWC watch before purchasing online?Yes. Upon request, we check availability at partner boutiques and offer the opportunity to try on your selected model.

Does IWC offer watches for both men and women?Yes, IWC has collections for both men and women. Portofino and Da Vinci models are popular among women, while Pilot’s and Portugieser are preferred by men.