IWC Portugieser Watches

Most IWC Portugieser watches are equipped with a beautifully crafted, robust stainless steel bracelet, designed for both elegance and everyday comfort. However, for the perfect fit, you may need to adjust the bracelet to ensure maximum comfort. Fortunately, making adjustments of up to 6 millimetres is a straightforward process. Whether you need to extend or shorten the bracelet length, here’s how you can easily achieve the ideal fit:

Adjusting the strap or bracelet of your IWC Portugieser watch is a simple process that allows you to achieve the perfect fit, ensuring both comfort and style. Whether you’re working with a metal bracelet, alligator leather strap, or rubber strap, here’s how you can make the necessary adjustments.

Adjusting the Metal Bracelet

To adjust the metal bracelet of your IWC Portugieser, follow these steps:

1. Expanding the Bracelet: If you need to lengthen the bracelet, press the button on the clasp and gently pull the bracelet apart. This will extend its length without causing any damage.
2. Reducing the Bracelet Length: To shorten the bracelet, simply push the clasp together without pressing the button. This will securely lock the bracelet at the desired length.
3. Further Adjustments: If you need to add or remove links for a more precise fit, our in-store experts are here to help. As official IWC stockists, we can make these adjustments with expert precision, ensuring your watch fits perfectly on your wrist.

Adjusting the Alligator Leather or Rubber Strap

For a more customized fit with your leather or rubber strap:

1. Locate the Adjustment Holes: Start by identifying the small holes on the strap where the buckle’s tang (the small pin) is inserted.
2. Reposition the Buckle: To adjust the fit, simply move the tang to a different hole that offers the most comfortable and secure fit for your wrist.
3. EasX-CHANGE System: For those with the IWC Portugieser equipped with the EasX-CHANGE system, switching between straps is a breeze. This innovative feature allows you to change straps quickly and easily, without the need for any tools, enhancing the versatility of your watch.

For those who prefer different styles, this range has models with alligator leather straps in black, brown, and blue, depending on the specific watch model. Not all materials and colours are available with every timepiece, so please check IWC’s Strap Selector to find out which bracelets are available for your model.

One of the standout features of the IWC Portugieser watch is its sophisticated chronograph function, allowing you to precisely time events down to the second. Whether you’re timing a single event or adding multiple intervals together, the chronograph is both easy to use and highly functional. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use it:

• Start Timing: Press the top pushpiece above the crown to start the chronograph. The large central hand will begin to measure elapsed seconds while the subdials track minutes and hours.
• Stop Timing: To halt the timing, press the same pushpiece again. This will freeze the chronograph hands, giving you an accurate readout of the time measured.
• Reset the Chronograph: Once you’ve completed your timing, press the lower pushpiece below the crown to reset all the chronograph hands back to zero.
• Measure Multiple Intervals: If you need to record several time intervals without resetting the chronograph, simply start and stop the timing with the top pushpiece as needed. This allows you to add up cumulative times seamlessly.

The chronograph function is not only a practical tool but also a hallmark of IWC’s commitment to precision engineering, making the Portugieser a timeless choice for those who appreciate both style and functionality. This feature is one of the many reasons that the IWC Portugieser collection remains so highly esteemed. Embracing traditional watchmaking craftsmanship, the Portugieser appeals to discerning collectors who value both heritage and precision. With its renowned durability and sophisticated aesthetics, the IWC Portugieser stands out as the perfect choice for those seeking a versatile and reliable luxury watch that truly does it all.

Setting the time on your IWC Portugieser is a straightforward process. Here is a step-by-step guide:

1. Pull the crown out: Gently pull the crown to position 1 to stop the movement of the watch.
2. Set the time: It’s best to adjust the time when the seconds hand is at the 60-second mark. Move the minute hand slightly past the desired time and then back to ensure it aligns perfectly with the minute markers.
3. Restart the movement: Push the crown back to position 0 to restart the watch. This ensures that the minute hand begins moving immediately.

Remember to always adjust the time with the crown in position 0 to avoid damaging the mechanism. Your IWC Portugieser watch boasts a power reserve of approximately 44 hours when fully wound. This means that after winding your watch, it will continue to operate accurately for around 44 hours before requiring a recharge. For optimal performance, ensure you wind the watch thoroughly when necessary.

IWC watches come with a 2-year international warranty covering manufacturing defects. By registering your watch through the My IWC program, you can extend the warranty by an additional 6 years, providing a total of 8 years of coverage.

If your IWC watch requires service during your warranty period, you can bring or send it in its original labelled box to either of our stores. Please note that you may be responsible for transportation costs, including postage, insurance, and packing materials. For added peace of mind, we recommend using certified delivery and insurance when sending your watch.

To ensure your service request is processed under the international limited warranty, your watch must be accompanied by the original warranty card or certificate. We will need to update this card, as only official IWC stockists are permitted to complete this warranty documentation.

The International Limited Warranty does not cover defects or damages caused by external factors such as loss, theft, natural disasters, or accidents. It also excludes damages resulting from misuse, negligence, or improper use, including knocks, dents, or alterations to the watch’s functionality. Additionally, services or repairs carried out by non-authorised parties, as well as the use of non-recommended components, void the warranty. Normal wear and tear, as well as watches with altered or illegible serial numbers, are also not covered. Finally, the warranty does not cover routine maintenance or minor inaccuracies that fall within industry tolerance.

Yes, we offer watches with 0% finance to spread the cost over up to 60 months; you can choose a payment plan that best suits your budget. Deposits start from as little as 10%, allowing you to secure your desired watch with minimal initial outlay.

Finance terms are available on all new watches priced above £500, with additional finance options available for pre-owned items and sale products. Customers across the United Kingdom can take advantage of these plans to spread the cost of their purchase comfortably.

To apply, simply select your desired product and click “Add to Bag.” At the checkout, choose the finance option that suits your needs and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the application process. Approval is subject to status, and applicants must be over 18, with terms and conditions applying.

As an example, for a watch priced at £10,500 (such as the IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40) with a 25% deposit of £2,625, you would pay the remaining £7,875 over 60 months with no interest, at just £131.25 per month. Finance is provided by V12 Retail Finance, offering a straightforward and transparent way to manage your luxury purchase.

Yes, purchasing your IWC watch from us guarantees that you will receive a genuine timepiece that is also backed by the official IWC warranty. As the only authorised IWC stockist between Manchester, Leeds, and Glasgow, we take pride in ensuring that every watch we sell is genuine and supported by IWC Schaffhausen.

When you buy from Banks Lyon, you can enjoy complete peace of mind, knowing that you are purchasing from a trusted luxury boutique with a deep commitment to customer security. As official stockists, we work closely with IWC Schaffhausen to ensure that our customers receive the best service, expert knowledge, and an exceptional buying experience. This level of personalised care and security is readily available to you at our Lancaster and Kendal locations, bringing the world of IWC closer to home.

Only IWC Schaffhausen themselves can issue an official Certificate of Authenticity, which details the reference, case, and movement of the watch, as well as any special features. This is the certificate you receive when you purchase a watch from us.