Discover the IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40mm

IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40mm: The Return of a Modern Classic

La colección IWC Ingenieur es una de las más icónicas de la firma suiza desde su creación en la década de 1950. En este artículo, exploraremos la evolución de este reloj, comenzando con su historia, revisando los modelos lanzados en los últimos años, incluyendo las recientes novedades.

The IWC Ingenieur collection is one of the Swiss watchmaker’s most iconic since its creation in the 1950s. In this article, we will explore the evolution of this watch, starting with its history, reviewing the models launched in recent years, including recent novelties.

History of the IWC Ingenieur Automatic Original

The IWC Ingenieur Automatic has its roots in the 1950s, when IWC teamed up with physicist and scientist Albert Pellaton. The result was a tool watch that combined Swiss precision with exceptional protection against magnetic interference.

It was in 1976, however, that the Ingenieur achieved true notoriety. Gérald Genta, the celebrated designer responsible for the iconic Royal Oak and Nautilus watches, designed the version we now know as the Ingenieur SL. This model, with its 40 mm case, rounded bezel and visible screws, quickly became a symbol of luxury sports watchmaking. Its futuristic design for the time, together with its endurance and functionality, marked a milestone in the history of the brand and the watchmaking industry in general.

Review of the Ingenieur Collection in 2023

In 2023, IWC decided to revive the Ingenieur Automatic with a modern reinterpretation that paid homage to the original Genta models.

The 40 mm case is the main feature that evokes the 1976 design. However, the new version has been adjusted to offer greater comfort on the modern wrist. The case is robust, made of high-quality stainless steel, and is presented in a clean, minimalist design. It is also water resistant to 100 metres.

One of the highlights of the Ingenieur Automatic 40mm is its integrated bracelet, in which the case and strap form a continuous unit. IWC has revamped the design of this bracelet, making it more comfortable and flexible without sacrificing style.

The movement that powers this watch is the IWC Calibre 32111, an automatic movement with an impressive power reserve of 120 hours. This calibre provides excellent precision and reliability, ensuring that the watch continues to run for several days without needing to be wound, a sign of IWC’s commitment to technical innovation and long-term reliability.

As for the dial, the IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40mm retains the style of the early models, with a clean, simple design. The texture of the dial, in the form of a negative grid, is reminiscent of the pattern found on the original Genta model. In addition, the watch is equipped with an anti-magnetic cage to protect the movement, which was the reason for the creation of the original models.

The 2023 collection was available in several dial versions, including black, silver and aqua blue options, with different finishes on the case and bracelet.

The reference IW328907 with a blue dial

Reference IW328907 retains the distinctive elements that have characterised the Ingenieur collection since its inception, but adds a classically styled blue dial to the collection.

The reference retains the screw-down bezel with five polygonal screws, the stainless steel case with a diameter of 40 mm and a thickness of 10.8 mm, as well as the integrated H-link bracelet.

The blue dial, meanwhile, features a grid pattern in negative relief, a nod to Gérald Genta’s original 1976 design, combining elegance with a technical and avant-garde touch.

As for the movement, it houses the IWC calibre 32111, a self-winding in-house movement that demonstrates the precision and reliability of the Swiss watchmaker. It also boasts an impressive power reserve of 120 hours and a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour.

The IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40mm has been a resounding success since its introduction in 2023. With a design that is faithful to the original, but with modern technical improvements, the watch has captured the hearts of watch enthusiasts all over the world. In 2025, IWC has continued to innovate, introducing new limited editions and models with cutting-edge materials such as ceramic and titanium that continue to fascinate fans around the world.

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