IWC Portugieser IW544404

IWC IW544404 Portuguese Regulateur 18K White Gold Gray Dial

The IWC Portuguese Regulateur IW544404 is an 18k white gold regulator wristwatch built around a purist display concept: separate indications for hours, minutes, and seconds, arranged to emphasize disciplined timekeeping. This reference is from the Portuguese Regulateur family and is widely associated with a release period around 2009, when IWC highlighted the style of Swiss precision with an upscale precious-metal case and a distinctive grey dial. Power is delivered by the IWC-manufactured caliber 98245, a manually wound movement known for its architecture derived from an original pocket-watch lineage, tuned for refined time measurement and long-term servicing. The grey regulator dial gives the watch a restrained, technical look, while the steel-like hands and legible applied markers keep readability strong even in a complex layout. At 43mm in diameter and 12mm thick, the watch delivers presence without becoming unwearably tall for a regulator design, and the 30-meter water resistance rating reflects its intention as a dress-to-smart occasion piece. Collectors value the IW544404 for its combination of precious-metal scarcity, historically interesting movement heritage, and the regulator complication layout that is far less common than standard three-hand configurations. In the IWC catalogue, it sits as a modern reimagining of a classic precision display philosophy, making it particularly appealing to buyers who prioritize movement character and dial mechanics over flash. If you are building a coherent Portuguese Regulateur collection, the IW544404 represents a compelling entry point with a beautifully sober grey-dial identity and a well-regarded manual-wind caliber at its core. Excellent Condition with IWC travel pouch and IWC service papers dated 2022. Reference IW544404 Movement Manual Case Material White Gold Strap Material alligator Dial Color gray Diameter 43mm Thickness 12mm Water Resistance 30m Condition Excellent Product Line Portuguese EWC# 68261 Box Yes Papers Yes