IWC IW371417 Portugieser Chronograph SS Silver Dial

The IWC Portugieser Chronograph reference IW371417 presents itself as a classic exemplar of IWC’s modern heritage styling and measured elegance. Introduced within the broader Portugieser line spanning approximately from 1998 to 2016 for this reference, it features a refined 40.9 mm stainless steel case that strikes a superb balance of presence and wearability for both dress and sporting elegance. Powering the piece is IWC’s in‑house caliber 79350 — a robust automatic chronograph movement offering a practical 44‑hour power reserve and precise 28,800 vph beat rate, ensuring reliability and serviceability through generations. The silver dial, rendered with subtle sunburst finish and paired with feuille hands, evokes the minimalism and legibility that distinguished IWC’s design ethos, while the chronograph subdial layout remains beautifully symmetrical. This model offers a restrained water resistance of just 30 meters (3 ATM), typical for the line, underscoring its vocation as a refined everyday or evening chronograph rather than a diver. Completing the aesthetic with classic flair is the alligator strap — underscoring the scant use of aftermarket or unusual materials in favor of timeless appeal. Collectors prize the IW371417 for its balanced proportions, movement pedigree, and role in heralding IWC’s resurgence in the early millennium as a maker of understated yet technically proficient chronographs, making it a standout in the Portugieser legacy. Excellent Condition with IWC box and papers dated 2009.