IWC Marks 50th Anniversary of the Ingenieur SL
IWC Schaffhausen commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Ingenieur SL with two limited‑edition models, the Ingenieur Automatic 40 (IW328910) and the Ingenieur Automatic 35 (IW324909). Both watches retain the classic stainless‑steel case, integrated three‑link bracelet, and distinctive bezel with functional screws, while introducing refined details such as a brushed silver‑plated dial, rhodium‑plated hour markers and Super‑LumiNova hands. The 40 mm version features a soft‑iron inner case and solid steel caseback to counter magnetic forces, whereas the 35 mm model offers a sapphire crystal caseback; both are water‑resistant to 100 m and limited to 1,150 pieces each. The movements differ between the two: the 40 mm houses the Calibre 32111 automatic with a 28,800 vph frequency and a 120‑hour power reserve, while the 35 mm uses the Calibre 47110 automatic delivering a 42‑hour reserve. Prices are set at €14,700 for the 40 mm and €12,800 for the 35 mm, reflecting the high‑end craftsmanship and the heritage of Gérald Genta’s original design that continues to influence modern sports watches.
Buying Time Analysis: This story marks the 50th anniversary of the iconic Ingenieur SL, highlighting IWC’s heritage, the watch’s design evolution, and the launch of limited-edition models that celebrate a half‑century of pioneering engineering and style.
