IWC Rare Platinum 950 (Pt950) Portofino Ref. 3209 Cal. 889/1 Automatic, Manufacturer's Warranty, Overhauled, Purchased 1993, USED

Portofino: A Luxury Dress Watch with a Rare Platinum Case

This is an automatic Portofino Ref. 3209, a classic dress watch from IWC (International Watch Company). Purchased in 1993, as stated in its warranty, this timepiece carries a rich history and timeless elegance.

The case is crafted from Platinum 950 (Pt950), a noble metal known for its distinctive heft and lustrous sheen. Its universal dress watch size of 35mm in diameter, combined with the substantial weight and elegant luster unique to platinum, enhances the joy of ownership.

Dial and Hand Details of Utmost Elegance

The dial of this model, its focal point, features a beautiful sunray finish that changes its expression with the angle of light. The indices are classic Roman numerals, lending an air of sophistication.

The hour and minute hands are gracefully curved, slender blue leaf hands. The blued steel-like hands, which shimmer blue depending on the light, stand out against the silver dial, achieving both legibility and elegance.

This beautiful dial is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

At the 12 o'clock position on the dial, the 'IWC' logo is proudly displayed, with the cursive inscription 'International Watch Co Schaffhausen' beneath it.

Movement: Renowned Cal.889/1 (Jaeger-LeCoultre Base)

At the heart of this model is the IWC Cal.889/1, based on an excellent movement from the prestigious Swiss watchmaker, Jaeger-LeCoultre.

This movement was highly valued in the luxury dress watch sector due to its superior quality and slim design, which allowed for a case thickness of only approximately 7mm. The Cal.889/1 has a proven track record of reliability, having been used in high-end watches from top brands such as JLC's Master Control and Vacheron Constantin.

High-Efficiency Automatic Winding with a 21K Solid Gold Rotor

By utilizing 21K solid gold for the rotor's perimeter, the rotor achieves an appropriate weight despite the slim design, maximizing winding efficiency.

We invite you to consider this elegant IWC masterpiece, a fusion of peak technology and rare materials.

Product Condition & Maintenance

This watch has been overhauled and its exterior polished.

The buckle is genuine IWC platinum. The strap has been replaced with a new Morellato strap, ensuring a pleasant wearing experience.

There are no noticeable scratches on the dial, hands, or crystal. The crown operates smoothly.

[Notes for Purchase]
As this is a USED item, there is no waterproof guarantee. This is a precision instrument, so please handle it with extreme care to avoid shocks and magnetic fields.

Operating Instructions

How to Pull the Crown: Gently pull the crown out by inserting a fingernail between the case and the crown.

Pulling the crown too forcefully may cause it to detach. Please pull it out gently.
To prevent the crown from bending, remove the watch from your wrist before operating.
Gentle operation can reduce stress on the crown.

Manual Winding: Rotate the crown upwards from the normal position.

Setting Time: Pull the crown out two clicks and rotate downwards.

Quick-Set Date Function: Pull the crown out one click and rotate upwards.

Operating the quick-set function when the watch hands are between '9 PM and 3 AM' can cause damage.
It is recommended to set the time to around 6 o'clock before using the quick-set date function.