Watch Papa - Wil

IWC Ingenieur 40 Automatic 50th anniversary edition

It was love at first sight. I was having a perfectly normal day when I saw the announcement for the new Ingenieur 50th Anniversary. About two hours later, I was walking out of the IWC flagship boutique in Ginza with one on my wrist. 😂

The second I saw it in person I knew it had to be mine.

It’s a masterfully executed monochromatic watch with the vertically brushed silver dial giving it an almost linen-like texture that works beautifully with all the brushed steel surrounding it. I think the dial is the star for me, and what makes this watch finally feel distinctive enough to deserve a slot in my watch box. There are also some strong vintage vibes here, but in a robust modern build so there’s no stress about wearing it regardless of what I have planned or what the weather looks like.

Going in I actually thought I’d prefer the 35mm. And I did love it. But once both were on the wrist, the 40 was the one for me. The satin finished center links on the bracelet were a big part of that decision. They make the whole watch feel quieter and more understated, while still keeping a snug and compact profile.

The 50th anniversary, the connection to the original 1976 Ingenieur SL, and the fact that this is now my second Genta designed watch are really just the cherry on top.

What I like most though is simply how “me” it feels. That’s something I can’t necessarily say about every watch I own right now.

I have a feeling this one is going to get a lot of wrist time.

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