IWC Welcomes The New Year With Portofino Automatic Moon Phase Year of the Snake

We are entering the season when brands release watches inspired by the upcoming animal of the Lunar New Year. IWC introduces Portofino Automatic Moon Phase Year of the Snake, a striking dial, a moonphase complication, and a snake on the back.

Design and Details of the Portofino Automatic Moon Phase Year of the Snake

Case

Portofino Automatic Moon Phase Year of the Snake has a stainless steel case measuring 37.1mm wide and 11.3mm thick. It is topped with a polished, sloping bezel and a sapphire case back, and it is water resistant up to 50 meters.

Dial

The dial features a striking red color, symbolizing fire, and is traditionally used in Lunar New Year celebrations in China. This is paired with yellow gold-plated hands and markers, and at 12 o’clock, there is a moon phase display with a darker red disc featuring a gold moon and stars.

Power

Inside is the caliber 32800, an automatic movement that operates at 4Hz and has a 5-day power reserve. The movement is visible through the case back, where the gold-plated rotor resembles a snake. The watch includes a black leather strap and a burgundy calfskin strap.

The new Portofino Automatic Moon Phase Year of the Snake is limited to 500 pieces and priced at $9,700. For more details, visit the IWC website.

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