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BREAKING NEWS: Richemont announces resignation of Georges Kern, Head of Watchmaking, Marketing and Digital

In a short statement published on their website, Richemont has announced that Georges Kern has resigned, effective immediately. Kern, long time CEO of IWC was promoted to the prominent position of ‘Head of Watchmaking, Marketing and Digital’ for the entire Richemont group just four months ago. He has been seen by many as one of the … ContinuedThe post BREAKING NEWS: Richemont announces resignation of Georges Kern, Head of Watchmaking, Marketing and Digital appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: A just-for-fun comic inspired by the IWC Portugieser

Editor’s Note: You think you know someone. When Felix had the idea to tell a story about a fictional IWC Portugieser wearer through the visual medium of a comic book strip I was intrigued. He worked with illustrator William Webb to bring a vignette to life entirely of his own imagination – a guy living the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: A just-for-fun comic inspired by the IWC Portugieser appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing the IWC Ingenieur Chronograph Edition “Cancellara”

IWC honors the legacy of Swiss cycling champion, Fabian “Spartacus” Cancellara with the Ingenieur Chronograph Edition “Cancellara”, limited to 77 pieces.

INTRODUCING: IWC’s renaissance - the Da Vinci Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph

At the beginning of the year, IWC declared it the year of the Da Vinci.  Saying  “arrivederci” to the tonneau style case and returning to the classic round case design of the 80s with those seductive, articulated lugs. The flagship for the new collection is the all new and very complicated Da Vinci Tourbillon Rétrograde … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: IWC’s renaissance – the Da Vinci Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing the IWC Pilot’s Watch Mark XVIII Edition “Tribute to Mark XI”

IWC pays tribute to the iconic Mark XI pilot’s watch with a befitting tribute named the Pilot’s Watch Mark XVIII Edition “Tribute to Mark XI”.

E-Retail on IWC.com?

IWC Schaffhausen’s Chief Marketing Officer, Ms. Franziska Gsell tells Revolution all about the brand’s plans to conquer e-commerce in 2017 like no other watch brand has ever dared.

Spot the Watch: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger and his IWC Portugieser Hand Wound “75th Anniversary” Edition

We spotted Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger rocking an IWC timepiece when collecting the 2017 F.A Cup after his team beat Chelsea.

INTRODUCING: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic lives up to its name

In 1939 when two Portuguese merchants approached IWC about making a wristwatch with the same levels of accuracy usually seen in marine chronometer pocket watches, they had no idea it would be the beginning of a legend and the birth of one of IWC’s most popular collections. With a new slightly revised design, IWC have launched … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic lives up to its name appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing: The 2017 IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic

IWC presents a facelifted Portugieser Chronograph Classic in three new references, featuring the trusted flyback chronograph, calibre 89361.

VIDEO: Explaining a legend - the history of the IWC Portugieser

There’s a good reason the Portugieser collection is one of IWC’s most popular (in Australia at least). It’s a big, commanding watch that nevertheless possesses a grace and charm that belies its large size. This combination makes it one of the go-to statement watches. But did you know that it’s also got the weight of … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Explaining a legend – the history of the IWC Portugieser appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing the IWC Portugieser Constant-Force Tourbillon

IWC introduces the Portugieser Constant-Force Tourbillon paired with a uniquely IWC, made-to-order service.

Introducing IWC’s 2017 Ingenieur Collection

Meet IWC’s 2017 Ingenieur Collection of watches with live pictures taken at the 75th Goodwood Members’ Meeting, along with miscellaneous car & watch-spotting.

Review: IWC Da Vinci Tourbillon Retrograde Chronograph

The Da Vinci Tourbillon Retrograde Chronograph is one of the pricier offerings from Schaffhausen but given the 2 technical milestones, it's worth a 2ndlook.

First Muslim Oscar Winner Wears IWC Da Vinci Laureus to 89th Academy Awards

Mahershala Ali’s epic win and epic IWC Da Vinci Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good Foundation”; and other curious tales from the 89th Academy Awards, better known as the Oscars.

Review: IWC Da Vinci Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good Foundation”

Full detailed review of the IWC Da Vinci Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good Foundation” with high resolution photographs, analysis and price.

The Tale of the 1980’s Omani Crested IWC Ingenieur

One of IWC’s rarest and most intriguing Ingenieur models leads to dreams of desert travels, Arabian horological etiquette and the customising work of a very British jeweller.

VIDEO: Why I love my watch - with RedBar founder Adam Craniotes

If you like watches (you do) and exist in a digital age (also affirmative) there’s a good chance you’ve encountered the garrulous Adam Craniotes – heck you might have even seen his tour of NYC. And if you’ve come across @Craniotes, you’ve probably heard the story of his IWC Perpetual Calendar, and how he had to … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Why I love my watch – with RedBar founder Adam Craniotes appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 3, Breitling vs IWC - a dogfight in the sky!

Of all the Apples to Apples battles so far, this is pound for pound the closest fight. Today our airborne aces are the Breitling Navitimer 01 (46mm) and the IWC Pilot’s Chronograph. Both watches have histories – and credibility – written in the skies, both are priced at about the same price point, and both are worn with … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 3, Breitling vs IWC – a dogfight in the sky! appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

In Conversation with the Incoming CEO of IWC, Christoph Grainger-Herr

IWC’s incoming CEO gives Revolution a powerfully honest analysis of shifting trends among watch consumers that makes continuous adaptability a must-have.

Review: IWC Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph

Full hands on analytical review of the IWC Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph, with high res photos, competitive landscape.

VIDEO: IWC 2017 collection overview and our 4 favourites

The buzzword is ‘pivot’. And at this year’s first major watch fair, SIHH in Geneva in January, IWC ‘pivoted’ in a big way with just about everything they did. The booth was fitted out to emulate a vast Florentine dome, the watches were Engineered for Women and, rather than safe sport-watch territory, the controls were very much … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: IWC 2017 collection overview and our 4 favourites appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The Da Vinci Automatic shows the gentler side of IWC

For years IWC has staked its claim as being one of the biggest, baddest and most masculine of the major Swiss brands. Recently though, we’ve sensed a change in the wind. In 2014 they released the delicate Portofino, and last year their more petite pilot had women firmly in its sights. That’s set to continue for … ContinuedThe post GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The Da Vinci Automatic shows the gentler side of IWC appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

EXCLUSIVE: “Actor guy” James Marsden from Westworld wants IWC to make a PC with a split-seconds chronograph

James Marsden, a face you will recognise from at least one of your favourite films (guys: Zoolander, girls: The Notebook, me: Westworld), describes the moment he surprised/scared IWC‘s Creative Director, Christian Knoop, the night before. “I was chatting with Christian and I told him can you please make a perpetual calendar with a split-seconds chrono in a … ContinuedThe post EXCLUSIVE: “Actor guy” James Marsden from Westworld wants IWC to make a PC with a split-seconds chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

SIHH 2017: IWC’s Da Vinci Automatic 36

SIHH 2017 IWC and the Legacy of Leonardo Da Vinci

For SIHH 2017 IWC has focused its new Da Vinci collection on the muse of the Schaffhausen's heritage. At the pinnacle - a Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph

In Conversation with IWC Legend, Kurt Klaus

Nothing beats first-hand experience and a first-person narrative for recounting and understanding the past. Master watchmaker Kurt Klaus recalls IWC in the decades before the quartz crisis, and working with another legend, Albert Pellaton.

Press Release - IWC 2017 Da Vinci Collection: Creating Pure Beauty

Press Release of the IWC 2017 Da Vinci Collection with high-resolution photographs.

TEAM PICK: Andy Green’s favourite stories of 2016

Continuing with our series of Team Picks, it’s Andy Green who has the reins today, wrangling the three gems he enjoyed reading most on T+T in 2016. HANDS-ON: Size does matter, the 2016 IWC Big Pilot Edition “Le Petit Prince” BY: Felix Scholz PUBLISHED: May “The title alone had me. Also, Felix pretending to know cars is … ContinuedThe post TEAM PICK: Andy Green’s favourite stories of 2016 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Watch Collecting In The Digital Age: Justin Hast & Kristian Haagen At IWC London (Video)

In recent years the rise of social media has changed the landscape for how watch brands connect and interact with their customers. And one gentleman at the forefront of this evolution is our Danish friend, Kristian Haagen. Justin Hast caught up with him at the IWC boutique in London to discuss all things digital, his approach to social media and his advice for brands to stay ahead of the game.

Leap Year

2016 saw IWC making inventive breakthroughs in a horological as well as business sense. In 2017, the brand will continue its progress by launching three elegant Da Vinci timepieces that are eminently suited for the feminine wrist.