IWC - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: SIX Hong Kong Monday, May 28, 2018 | Phillips

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  • Manufacturer: IWC
    Year: Circa 2008
    Reference No: 5445
    Movement No: 3'030'686
    Case No: 3'313'571
    Model Name: Portugieser Handaufzug
    Material: Platinum
    Calibre: Manual, cal. 98295, 18 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Leather strap
    Clasp/Buckle: platinum IWC pin buckle
    Dimensions: 44mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by IWC undated International Warranty card stamped by Hong Kong retailer Cosmowatch, numbered factory labels, numbered envelope, numbered metal plaque, cloth, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging

  • Catalogue Essay

    Reference 5445 is an homage to the original Portugieser launched in 1939. The sector dial with railroad divisions is absolutely typical of watchmaking from the late 1930s/1940s, and the same is true for the clean, elegant lines of the case. In this instance, the model has been updated with a glazed back which allows the beholder to admire the superb three quarter plate movement, and the dimensions are a very generous 44 millimeter, a slight upgrade from the 43mm of the original.

    The reference was launched in 2008 in a serially produced stainless steel edition, and in the present platinum version limited to 500 pieces.

    The present example is offered in absolutely "as-new" condition and complete of its original sale kit.

  • Artist Biography

    IWC

    Swiss • 1868

    With a clear focus on technology and development, the Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen has been producing timepieces of lasting value since 1868. The company has gained an international reputation based on a passion for innovative solutions and technical ingenuity. One of the world's leading brands in the luxury watch segment, IWC crafts masterpieces of haute horlogerie at their finest, combining high precision with masculine design. Vintage wristwatches such as the oversized Portugieser, Aquatimer, Ingenieur and the B-UHR pilots watch are especially desirable for collectors.

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Ref. 5445
A fine, attractive and extremely elegant platinum wristwatch with Warranty and box. Number 41 of a limited edition of 500 pieces

Circa 2008
44mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$100,000 - 150,000 
€11,000-16,500
$12,800-19,200

Sold for HK$106,250

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: SIX

Hong Kong Auction 29 May 2018