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IWC Schaffhausen Unveils Featherlight Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar 41 Titanium
Experience Timeless Precision: The Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar 41 Titanium
Introducing the Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar 41 Titanium: A New Era of Lightweight Luxury
Building on the success of last year's steel release, IWC Schaffhausen proudly presents a full-titanium version of its Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar 41. This 2026 release sets a new benchmark as the brand's lightest perpetual calendar watch, combining a robust yet elegant design with exceptional engineering.
Craftsmanship and Design: The Titanium Case and Integrated Bracelet
The watch features a 41.6mm diameter and 13.2mm height, maintaining the elegant proportions of its steel counterpart. Crafted entirely from grade 5 titanium, the case, bezel, crown protection, and integrated bracelet boast a sophisticated finish with sandblasted surfaces, satin-finished flanks, and polished bevels. The signature round bezel, secured by five functional screws, ensures water resistance up to 100m, complemented by a screw-down crown.
A Monochromatic Marvel: The Ingenieur's Distinctive Dial
The monochromatic aesthetic of the dial, previously seen in the Titanium IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40 (2023), continues to impress. Its matte grey finish perfectly complements the titanium exterior, showcasing a unique "Grid" pattern of alternating lines and squares. The three recessed calendar subdials, adorned with circular satin brushing and azurage, clearly display the date, day, leap year, and moon phase, which is accurate for 577.5 years. Luminous applied indices and hands ensure optimal readability.
The Heart of Precision: Calibre 82600 Movement
Powering this sophisticated timepiece is the IWC-manufactured calibre 82600, visible through a sapphire caseback. This automatic movement incorporates Kurt Klaus's ingenious perpetual calendar, allowing all indications to be adjusted effortlessly via the crown. The Pellaton winding system, featuring ceramic components, guarantees enhanced durability and long-term efficiency. With a 60-hour power reserve and a frequency of 28,800 vibrations/hour, the movement is meticulously finished with Geneva stripes, circular graining, and blued screws.
Elegant Closure and Pricing
The integrated titanium bracelet is secured with a butterfly folding clasp, providing both comfort and style. This remarkable timepiece is priced at CHF 41,000.
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