IWC IW371629 Portugieser Chronograph Year of the Dragon SS Red Dial

The IWC Portugieser Chronograph “Year of the Dragon” (Ref. IW371629) debuted in early 2024 as a limited edition of just 1,000 pieces to commemorate the Chinese Year of the Dragon. Housed in a 41 mm stainless steel case with a height of approximately 13.1 mm, it features a striking burgundy‑red dial with gilt hands and appliques, a vivid expression of Lunar New Year symbolism. Powering the watch is IWC’s in‑house automatic chronograph calibre 69355, a robust column‑wheel movement offering 46 hours of power reserve and a 4 Hz beat rate. The sapphire display case back reveals a gold‑plated dragon‑motif rotor and an engraved “2024 YEAR OF THE DRAGON” case‑back ring, underscoring its thematic significance. Water resistant to 30 m, the watch retains the elegant Portugieser chronograph layout—vertically aligned subdials and a clean quarter‑seconds track—rooted in IWC’s heritage of functional elegance. Its collector appeal is heightened by the limited‑edition status, cultural narrative, and the use of a fully in‑house movement, making it a standout for enthusiasts of both technical refinement and symbolic storytelling. Like New with IWC box, additional IWC strap, and papers dated 2025.