IWC Portofino Automatic 40

About This Watch

The IWC Portofino Automatic 40 IW356523 embodies the understated elegance of the Italian Riviera village from which it takes its name. This is IWC's most refined dress watch, with a 40mm stainless steel case that measures just 10mm thick — slim enough to disappear under any shirt cuff. The silver-plated dial features a clean, uncluttered layout with applied baton indices, dauphine hands, and a date window at 3 o'clock that is the only interruption to the pure dial design. The caliber 35111, updated with a 120-hour power reserve, represents a significant advancement for the Portofino line, offering five full days of autonomy. The movement incorporates IWC's modern escapement technology for improved accuracy and longevity. The Portofino's design language is deliberately restrained — no luminous material, no rotating bezel, no sportiness whatsoever. This is a watch for dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant, a black-tie event, or any occasion where quiet sophistication is the goal. The thin profile and light weight make it disappear on the wrist, forgotten until you need to check the time. The black alligator strap adds a classic finishing touch. For those seeking an elegant everyday watch from a prestigious manufacture, the Portofino Automatic delivers impeccable quality at IWC's most accessible price point.