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Mr. Bob Bunnik
Master 5208 posts

2 Apr 2014, 8:01 p.m. 2 Apr 2014, 8:01 p.m.
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Wow, great story and no brand makes perpetuals as IWC do! Many congrats on this special watch and thanks for your superb photos!
Regards,
Bob
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Mr. Ruckdee Chotjinda
Insider 82 posts

4 Apr 2014, 3:09 a.m. 4 Apr 2014, 3:09 a.m.
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FLEEKK: Thank you for your observation regarding black dial. It was a bit tricky to photograph. Next acquisition regrettably will not be an IWC but the one after it surely will be. I don't have an IWC Pilot yet. This must be corrected in time.
SKULE: May I say that I was torn between my model and yours? In the end I chose to go black firstly as it is less dressy and secondly for the double moon. Thank you for your re-confirmation of the on-wrist appearance. It is my largest non-sports watch so naturally I am not totally used to the size.
BOB BUNNIK: Glad you enjoyed the pics, Bob. And I agree with you. There is something special about IWC perpetual calendar. It is a nice one to have indeed.
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Mr. Julian Chu
Apprentice 1 post
20 May 2014, 3:36 a.m. 20 May 2014, 3:36 a.m.
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Congratulations on this awesome acquisition, Ruckdee. Enjoy this amazing watch to the full, as it looks like you are already. Very happy for you.
Julian
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Mr. Neil Fowler
Insider 97 posts

20 May 2014, 6:53 a.m. 20 May 2014, 6:53 a.m.
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Ruckdee has written:
After experimenting with ownership of several watch models over the years, I have noticed that I tend to like watches with a moonphase function, especially ones with longer power reserve. This one can well be my ultimate watch because it has everything. And I was willing to sacrifice three smaller watches and add some money to get it last year.
It is none other but the IWC Portuguese Perpetual Calendar Ref. 5032 :D
The 7-day power reserve is more than enough for my needs.
It happens to be my first gold watch also because this model is not available in steel.
I would not have been able to wear this watch if the lugs didn't curve down this way.
Unlike on my previous Portuguese, the newer deployant buckle seems to be fashioned this way now with IWC Probus Scafusia logo.
These symbols are seen inside of the buckle. I have a general idea that they are for gold. It's new to me.
Not one but two moons for the northern and southern hemispheres. It is interesting to observe how the gold disc is stationary and only the top black plate rotates.
The perpetual calendar function was never my goal. But IWC does not offer a Portuguese with a simple moonphase so I had no choice.
I will be sure to keep this century slide for the great-grandchildren of my niece or nephews as I don't plan on having one myself.
The watch is massive at 44.2 mm. on my 6.5" wrist. This is the largest of my non-sports watch. Too big for me, yes, but by default not by choice.
Not sure if IWC changed the length of standard strap. The one I had on my Portuguese Automatic seemed to be longer. I had to use the first hole on that one whereas it is the third for this.
This man was washing dog cages only a couple of hours earlier. Now he is seen sporting a sophisticated watch and a proper shirt while waiting for his customer at an upscale hotel.
The watch has been with me on a few trips.
Over the past six months, it has been to the north and the south of Thailand, as well as Hong Kong and Macau.
Most of the time it faces the dreadful reality of Bangkok though.
But surely there will be opportunities for the watch to travel more with me in the years to come.
Enough has been written elsewhere about this watch where technical aspects are concerned. Let me just add that I chose it almost entirely for the personality match. I am the work from home type and wears polo t-shirt and jeans six days a week. Other choices I considered did not provide as good a match to this circumstance of mine. For example, the JLC Master Ultra Thin Perpetual is more proper and dressier and would not see much wrist time with me. The same is true for the Lange 1 Moonphase and in that case I would have had to sell more watches than three pay for it. That was not something I was willing to do. It was a tough decision all right. But this Portuguese was my choice in the end and I am very happy with how I decided.
Thanks for looking. It is only once in a decade that I have something this special to share. And here's the watch with the only other IWC in my possession right now...
Have a nice day :)
Ruckdee
Congratulations Ruckdee ... that is one sensational Portuguese.
And thanks for all the thoughts on the watch. You must be very proud.
My favourite is the IW502306, but that is just out of the budget for the time being. In the meantime , I shall enjoy my newly acquired Portofino 8 Day and keep the Portuguese close in my sights .
Cheers
Neil.
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Mr. Neil Fowler
Insider 97 posts

20 May 2014, 6:54 a.m. 20 May 2014, 6:54 a.m.
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Ruckdee has written:
After experimenting with ownership of several watch models over the years, I have noticed that I tend to like watches with a moonphase function, especially ones with longer power reserve. This one can well be my ultimate watch because it has everything. And I was willing to sacrifice three smaller watches and add some money to get it last year.
It is none other but the IWC Portuguese Perpetual Calendar Ref. 5032 :D
The 7-day power reserve is more than enough for my needs.
It happens to be my first gold watch also because this model is not available in steel.
I would not have been able to wear this watch if the lugs didn't curve down this way.
Unlike on my previous Portuguese, the newer deployant buckle seems to be fashioned this way now with IWC Probus Scafusia logo.
These symbols are seen inside of the buckle. I have a general idea that they are for gold. It's new to me.
Not one but two moons for the northern and southern hemispheres. It is interesting to observe how the gold disc is stationary and only the top black plate rotates.
The perpetual calendar function was never my goal. But IWC does not offer a Portuguese with a simple moonphase so I had no choice.
I will be sure to keep this century slide for the great-grandchildren of my niece or nephews as I don't plan on having one myself.
The watch is massive at 44.2 mm. on my 6.5" wrist. This is the largest of my non-sports watch. Too big for me, yes, but by default not by choice.
Not sure if IWC changed the length of standard strap. The one I had on my Portuguese Automatic seemed to be longer. I had to use the first hole on that one whereas it is the third for this.
This man was washing dog cages only a couple of hours earlier. Now he is seen sporting a sophisticated watch and a proper shirt while waiting for his customer at an upscale hotel.
The watch has been with me on a few trips.
Over the past six months, it has been to the north and the south of Thailand, as well as Hong Kong and Macau.
Most of the time it faces the dreadful reality of Bangkok though.
But surely there will be opportunities for the watch to travel more with me in the years to come.
Enough has been written elsewhere about this watch where technical aspects are concerned. Let me just add that I chose it almost entirely for the personality match. I am the work from home type and wears polo t-shirt and jeans six days a week. Other choices I considered did not provide as good a match to this circumstance of mine. For example, the JLC Master Ultra Thin Perpetual is more proper and dressier and would not see much wrist time with me. The same is true for the Lange 1 Moonphase and in that case I would have had to sell more watches than three pay for it. That was not something I was willing to do. It was a tough decision all right. But this Portuguese was my choice in the end and I am very happy with how I decided.
Thanks for looking. It is only once in a decade that I have something this special to share. And here's the watch with the only other IWC in my possession right now...
Have a nice day :)
Ruckdee
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Mr. Neil Fowler
Insider 97 posts

20 May 2014, 9:19 a.m. 20 May 2014, 9:19 a.m.
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Hello gentlemen,
I have finally gotten around to joining this great forum.
As a long standing member of TimeZone, I have been fortunate to own many fine time pieces over the years including Rolex , Breitling and Omegas of various models.
However , of late I have found myself drifting strongly toward IWC.
As we all know, this is a brand that covers a 6 model range and I must say that there are very few watches in IWCs line up that do not attract my attention. The latest Portofinos in particular, the manual wind 8 Day 510103 have really appealed to me over time and Im proud to say that, now , as an owner of this watch, Im even more impressed with the workmanship and general quality of IWC watches.
Most of the Portuguese, Pilot and Ingenieur range have attracted my attention. The Portuguese 7 day Automatic ( IW 500114 ) and the Pilots Antione De Saint Exupery Chrono (IW387806) in particular are watches that I hope will soon be part of my modest IWC collection.
I shall look forward to participating here and hope that I can too add some value and input to my fellow IWC enthusiasts on the IWC forum.
Thank you ladies and gents ... I shall soon attempt to post some shots of my Portofino 8 day for your perusal.
Cheers
Neil.
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Mr. Ruckdee Chotjinda
Insider 82 posts

21 May 2014, 2:29 a.m. 21 May 2014, 2:29 a.m.
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MR_INKWELL: It's always good to see you. Thank you. This watch has been to some places and surely more as opportunity arises.
NEILFOWLER: Thank you for your kind comment. I can already see how your current Portofino and your future Portuguese can compliment each other side by side. And don't forget to share a few pics of your Portofino soon. Owner pics always add personality to a watch.
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Mr. Neil Fowler
Insider 97 posts

21 May 2014, 3:34 a.m. 21 May 2014, 3:34 a.m.
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Ruckdee has written:
MR_INKWELL: It's always good to see you. Thank you. This watch has been to some places and surely more as opportunity arises.
NEILFOWLER: Thank you for your kind comment. I can already see how your current Portofino and your future Portuguese can compliment each other side by side. And don't forget to share a few pics of your Portofino soon. Owner pics always add personality to a watch.
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Mr. Neil Fowler
Insider 97 posts

21 May 2014, 3:35 a.m. 21 May 2014, 3:35 a.m.
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Ruckdee has written:
MR_INKWELL: It's always good to see you. Thank you. This watch has been to some places and surely more as opportunity arises.
NEILFOWLER: Thank you for your kind comment. I can already see how your current Portofino and your future Portuguese can compliment each other side by side. And don't forget to share a few pics of your Portofino soon. Owner pics always add personality to a watch.
Thanks Ruckdee
Pictures of the 510103 arriving soon.
Cheers
Neil.
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Cinq
Master 5431 posts

22 May 2014, 11:01 a.m. 22 May 2014, 11:01 a.m.
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Somehow I missed this post, my belated congratulations on this amazing timepiece! Enjoy and wear it in good health and please post some pictures now and then. The pictures from this post are great and I am looking forward to more!
Kind regards,
Clemens
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Mr. Ruckdee Chotjinda
Insider 82 posts

23 May 2014, 1:38 a.m. 23 May 2014, 1:38 a.m.
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cinq has written:
Somehow I missed this post, my belated congratulations on this amazing timepiece! Enjoy and wear it in good health and please post some pictures now and then. The pictures from this post are great and I am looking forward to more!
Kind regards,
Clemens
Not to worry, Clemens, and thank you very much for the kind compliments. I get one decent photo out of maybe 10 attempts so you can imagine how many bad pics there are sitting in my hard drive. Anyway, surely I will come up with new good ones as opportunity arises. Thank you.
Ruckdee
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Mr. Francis Lee
Master 552 posts

27 Sep 2014, 10:48 a.m. 27 Sep 2014, 10:48 a.m.
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Trying to bring back this thread posted some months ago.
I was wondering any new picture to view for this amazing piece?
I am contemplating the 5032 in blue dial but I got a question, will the movement have a magnetic issue going through the airport security machine scan since it is not caged.
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Mr. Ben Lee
Connoisseur 171 posts

27 Dec 2014, 12:38 a.m. 27 Dec 2014, 12:38 a.m.
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Sorry for the bump but I just want to say the pictures shown in this thread are the most amazing 5032 Portuguese Perpetual I have seen so far. Big thumbs up for the OP!
Rgds
Ben
fleekk has written:
Trying to bring back this thread posted some months ago.
I was wondering any new picture to view for this amazing piece?
I am contemplating the 5032 in blue dial but I got a question, will the movement have a magnetic issue going through the airport security machine scan since it is not caged.
No problem on this so far.
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Mr. Jurijus Komisarovas
Connoisseur 127 posts

27 Dec 2014, 9:56 p.m. 27 Dec 2014, 9:56 p.m.
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Amazing picks Ruckdee! Congrats! The watch is simply stunning, especially in warm rose gold case. I agree with some comments above that IWC does make one of the best looking perpetual calendar watches you can find on the market currently.
Cheers
JK
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Tilo
Master 3246 posts

29 Dec 2014, 9:04 p.m. 29 Dec 2014, 9:04 p.m.
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Probably the most beautiful watch I've ever seen. Big congratulations on that one! :-)
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8541
Master 4484 posts

29 Dec 2014, 10:33 p.m. 29 Dec 2014, 10:33 p.m.
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So glad this post came up again - its a tribute to a fine owners spirit, and a fantastic Watch.
A good friend of mine, Lucio - recently acquired this same watch, his Grail Watch as a Chritmas present and he too, is over the moon with it!
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Mr. Rik Rik
Graduate 16 posts

31 Dec 2014, 6:33 p.m. 31 Dec 2014, 6:33 p.m.
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hey man your pics are simply beautifull, you got good lenses, don't you?!? I'm drooling on the pc!
I love IWC's perpetuals and the tone of this rose gold is simply great but I don't know if I would feel confortable in wearing it around: I'm thinking to security; may be the steel version like the one of BENLEE123 would be "easier" to wear, more understated. I'd like to know your opinion.
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Tilo
Master 3246 posts

31 Dec 2014, 9:51 p.m. 31 Dec 2014, 9:51 p.m.
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rik_68 has written:
... may be the steel version like the one of BENLEE123 would be "easier" to wear, msore understated. I'd like to know your opinion.
BenLee's "steel" version is in fact a white gold which is even slightly more precious than the rose gold.
I'd wear both of them one on each wrist with pleasure and pride - if I only could make one of them ;-)
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Mr. Rik Rik
Graduate 16 posts

31 Dec 2014, 10:25 p.m. 31 Dec 2014, 10:25 p.m.
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tilo has written:
... I'd wear both of them one on each wrist with pleasure and pride - if I only could make one of them ;-)
me too! :)