The replica iw544702 recreates one of the most recognizable hand-wound dress watches in the IWC catalog: a slim polished case, a pale silvered dial with applied markers, and a small seconds subdial at six o'clock. It suits buyers who want the mid-century Portuguese look on the wrist without the original's collector pricing, and it is sold openly as a replica rather than a genuine IWC. Below is what the piece actually delivers, from case finishing to after-sales support.
Key Features
- Hand-wound mechanical movement with running small seconds at six o'clock
- 44 mm polished stainless steel case with slim, gently curved lugs
- Silver-white dial with applied baton markers and slim leaf-shaped hands
- Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the underside
- Exhibition caseback showing the decorated bridges and balance
- Grained leather strap with a steel pin buckle and quick-change spring bars
- Splash-resistant construction rated to 3 bar for daily wear
- Delivered in a soft travel pouch with a polishing cloth
The case is machined from 316L stainless steel and finished with alternating polished and brushed surfaces, measuring roughly 44 mm across and 11 mm thick with a 22 mm lug width. The movement is a hand-wound caliber beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour with a power reserve of about 42 hours, wound through the crown at three o'clock; because there is no rotor, the profile stays thin enough to sit under a shirt cuff. The sapphire crystal is scratch resistant, the dial furniture is applied rather than printed, and the strap is lined leather with stitched edges.
Orders are packed discreetly and dispatched within one to two business days with tracked shipping, and every parcel is inspected before it leaves the warehouse. If the watch does not suit you, returns are accepted within 30 days in unworn condition with the pouch and cloth included, and our support team will walk you through the process.
Is the replica iw544702 a genuine IWC watch?
No. It is an independent replica and is not made, licensed, endorsed or serviced by IWC Schaffhausen. It is intended as an affordable alternative for people who admire the design, not as an investment or a collectible.
How do I wind and set the hand-wound movement?
Wind the crown clockwise about 20 to 25 turns when the watch stops, then pull the crown out to set the time. Wind it at roughly the same time each day so the power reserve never runs down.
How should I care for the leather strap?
Keep the strap away from water, perfume and direct sun, and let it air dry flat if it gets damp. A second strap rotated weekly will noticeably extend the life of both.