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I didn't expect to see a return to mesh metal bracelets from a big brand like IWC. Mesh metal bracelets, otherwise known as "Milanese" bracelet were big back in the middle of the 20th Century, but stuck around for niche use mostly on dive watches. The only mainstream brand I recall using them was Skagen. For 2011 IWC totally redesigned and reintroduced the Portofino watch. There are now four models of the Portofino - two of which will be offered with a metal Milanese strap. Those two models being the above seen chronograph, as well as the three-hand automatic. The Chronograph is 42mm wide, while the three-hand automatic I believe is 40mm wide. The watches comes in two dial colors - the off-white, and a slate gray. Each has a few red accents on the dial for color. The Milanese strap is quite nicely done - as IWC has been able to overcome the biggest problem with the strap - adjustability. By giving it a strap like buckle, the wearer can adjust its size. The metal is thick, but smooth to the touch, and looks quite good in a retro sort of way. Will this signal a major return of Milanese style straps? Hard to say, but they do look nice on these new Portofino timepieces. Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.

Always driven by passion and the desire to create something more than just wrist accessories, IWC has come up with another sporty watch that has been enjoying great popularity amongst the watch connoisseurs with its unique approach to design and its amazing technical features.Established back in 1868 by Florentine Aristo Jones, IWC started as a house of watch manufacturing that provided movements and technical watch *** items for the States. By choosing Switzerland as the headquarters of the factory, Florentine Aristo Jones assured the later success of IWC not only because of the Swiss watch manufacturing tradition, but because, compared to the States, there were lower costs of maintaining the factory open. The IWC Company would very soon develop into one of the most esteemed brands in watch manufacturing, with boutiques all over the world and with loyal customers thirsty for new collections and timepieces manufactured by IWC.One of the most successful lines ever produced by IWC was launched in 2009, with the introduction of the new IWC Ingenieur Big Chronograph Watch, which has been a hit timepiece that generated amazing sales in the IWC boutiques all over the world. This watch has been created for the taste of the modern adventurous man, who is always interested in action, gadgets and technical functionality. The modern design of the watch seem really appealing, being concentrated on a contrast between black and silvery stainless steel, managing to provide a look that's both sporty and elegant at the same time.The new IWC Ingenieur Big Chronograph Watch was released during the SIHH 2009 event, in Geneva and was regarded as one of the breakthrough timepieces of the year. Regarding the design of the watch, we can say that it uses neat elements brought together by the most modern appearance. The roundly-shaped case is made of stainless steel and it features a bezel made from polished stainless steel. The bezel has a scale for the tachymeter function and the lateral side of the case is equipped with a crown and two pushers which help set the functions of the chronograph. The black dial of the IWC Ingenieur Big Chronograph Watch has Arabic numerals indicating the minutes, two sub-dials for the a 60 minutes counter and one for the 12 hour counter, positioned symmetrically at 12 and 6 o'clock positions, and also a date window which has made room discreetly in the lower part of the sub-dial from 6 o'clock. The hands of the dial are made of stainless steel and are also, luminescent treated to provide the best visibility at night.This watch comes on a black leather strap fitted with a polished stainless steel clasp and is available in two versions, featuring different materials; one version is crafted from platinum, while the other uses pink gold. IWC Ingenieur Big Chronograph Pictures Gallery