The fake IW371648 brings the unmistakable lines of the IWC Portuguese Chronograph to everyday collectors. It carries the 41 mm polished case, twin-register dial and slim feuille hands that make the reference instantly recognizable across a room. If you have wanted the Portuguese silhouette on your wrist, this is the version most buyers start with.
Key Features
- 41 mm polished stainless steel case with a slim stepped bezel and softly curved lugs
- Silver-plated dial with applied Arabic numerals and slim feuille hour and minute hands
- Twin chronograph registers: a 30-minute counter at 12 o'clock and running seconds at 6 o'clock
- Automatic chronograph movement beating at roughly 28,800 vibrations per hour
- Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating for clear reading at an angle
- Alligator-grain leather strap with a signed deployant clasp and quick-release spring bars
- Engraved caseback with reference markings and a snug, quiet screw fit
- Water resistant to 30 m, enough for rain, hand washing and everyday splashes
Materials and Specifications
The case is cut from 316L stainless steel and finished with a mix of mirror polishing on the flanks and a fine satin draw on the caseback. Diameter sits at 41 mm with a thickness near 12.5 mm and a 20 mm lug width, so it slips under a shirt cuff without feeling small. The movement is a Swiss automatic chronograph with 25 jewels and roughly 42 hours of power reserve, driving the chronograph through a cam-and-lever system that starts and resets cleanly. The dial is lacquer over a silver-plated base, and the hands and numerals are rhodium finished to hold their shine.
Shipping and Returns
Orders are packed discreetly in a plain outer box with no brand markings on the outside, then dispatched within one to two business days. Tracking is provided for every parcel, and inspection photos are available before your order leaves the warehouse. Unworn watches can be returned within seven days of delivery in their original packaging, and any fault in the movement is covered by a repair or replacement policy.
Is the fake IW371648 comfortable for daily wear?
Yes. At 41 mm it sits flat on most wrists, and the curved lugs keep the case from digging in during long days at a desk. The leather strap softens after a week or two of regular use.
How close is it to the genuine Portuguese Chronograph?
From arm's length the proportions, dial layout and finish are extremely close, and the caseback markings follow the original format. Side by side under a loupe, a trained eye may notice small differences in hand polishing and engraving depth.