IWC | Ingenieur Automatic 40

IWC Schaffhausen brings the Ingenieur back to life! The Swiss watchmaker has recently introduced a new automatic model that takes inspiration from Gérald Genta's Ingenieur SL Ref. 1832 from the 1970s. This new Ingenieur Automatic 40 combines modern technology, ergonomic design, and top-notch finishing with a bold 70s aesthetic. Making it a watch enthusiast's dream and the ultimate luxury sports watch for the 21st century. Let's have a closer look!

Gérald Genta's Legacy

Famous designer Gérald Genta's Ingenieur SL Ref. 1832 disrupted the watch industry with its innovative technology, groundbreaking design, and the use of steel. Back in the 70s this material was new and revolutionary in the watch industry. The Ingenieur SL Ref. 1832 challenged traditional notions of watchmaking and still remains one of the most sought-after watches among collectors and connoisseurs. The new IWC Schaffhausen automatic model takes inspiration from this timeless masterpiece and offers a modern take on it.

Equipped with an automatic movement, the new Engineer features a reworked case dimension with a lug-to-lug distance of 45.7mm, ensuring an ideal fit on the wrist. The bezel is secured with characteristic polygonal screws that have a technical function while keeping the design consistent. A "Grid" structure was stamped into the soft iron blank of the dial, making it very recognizable. The wonderful appliques glisten with luminescence, adding depth and ensuring legibility even in the dark.

The New Ingenieur Automatic 40

IWC Schaffhausen's Ingenieur Automatic 40 is available in three stainless-steel versions with dials in black, silver-plated, and aqua. Additionally, there is also one particular version in super-light titanium. This one is one-third lighter than steel, and its skin-friendly and anti-allergic properties make it practically perfect for your wrist. However, working with titanium is a challenge. We're glad to see that IWC has a handle on it. As pioneers of titanium watches in the '80s, they have maintained their prowess in "Form und Technik," and the grade 5 titanium case and bracelet versions are no exception.

Modern movement technology has been added to the new Engineer. It is now powered by the IWC-manufactured 32111 caliber, offering a power reserve of 120 hours. Characteristically, its soft-iron inner case protects it from any magnetic fields, making it a watch built to withstand the pressures of life. That was also the original selling point of the Ingenieur. Its name meaning "engineer", it was designed for professional use in factories, labs or hospitals.

An integrated H-link bracelet featuring a butterfly folding clasp has been added to the new Engineer. We love the elaborate finishing that combines polished and satin-finished surfaces, highlighting the outstanding craftsmanship at IWC Schaffhausen. A newly designed crown protection further adds to the timepiece's sporty character.

In summary, the new Ingenieur Automatic 40 combines modern technology, ergonomic design, and top-notch finishing with a bold 70s aesthetic. We think this, in combination with its heritage, makes it the ultimate luxury sports watch for the years to come. Its impeccable craftsmanship and sporty character make it a watch that is sure to turn heads wherever it goes.