IWC IW524202 Portuguese Minute Repeater 18K RG Silver Dial LIMITED

The IWC IW524202 Portuguese Minute Repeater stands as a masterful example of haute horlogerie, limited to only 250 pieces in 18K rose gold. Released in the early 2000s, this timepiece pays tribute to the Portuguese collection’s rich heritage, recognized for its timeless design and technical prowess. Driven by the hand-wound IWC caliber 95290, it incorporates an exquisite Minute Repeater complication, a testament to the brand's technical innovation and acoustic finesse. Its 43mm rose gold case is complemented by a striking silver dial, harmoniously underscored by applied gold Arabic numerals and leaf hands, all accentuated on a luxurious brown alligator strap. The pronounced lug-to-lug length of 51.3mm and a case thickness of 12.7mm ensure a substantial yet elegant presence on the wrist. Water resistance is rated to 30 meters, in line with its fearsome mechanical complexity rather than sportiness. This piece exemplifies IWC’s dedication to combining time-honored tradition with cutting-edge watchmaking technology, placing it among the most desirable and rare complications from the Schaffhausen manufacture. It is highly sought after by collectors for the sophistication of its minute repeating chimes and its strictly limited availability, making it a true connoisseur's prize. The IW524202 is a significant reference not only in the context of IWC but also in the broader narrative of modern chiming watches. Like New with IWC box and undated papers.