- Is the Portugieser with a rubber strap still a dress watch?
- It reads as a smart-casual watch. The rose gold case keeps it formal, but the blue rubber strap makes it easy to wear with everyday clothes.
- How does it compare with the steel Portugieser Automatic?
- Same Portugieser family and large dial, but this one has a rose gold case and a rubber strap instead of steel and leather. The gold case makes it heavier in feel and more precious.
- Is the case size too big for small wrists?
- The Portugieser is a large watch, so it wears big. Try it on if you have a slim wrist, since the lugs extend well past the case.
- Can the rubber strap be swapped for leather?
- Yes, the strap is interchangeable, so you can fit a leather strap for formal wear and keep the rubber for casual days.
- Does rose gold need more care than steel?
- Yes. Rose gold is softer, so it picks up scratches and dings more easily. It also costs more to refinish or repair.
- Where is the IWC Portugieser Watch cheapest?
- At Westline, for $499.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the IWC Portugieser Watch?
- 19 stores we checked sell it, including Afterglow Goods, Goldline Street, Northline Edit, Meridian Supply, Lumen District.