IWC Schaffhausen, where Swiss engineering reaches its highest watchmaking expression since 1868.
IWC Schaffhausen was born in 1868 when the American entrepreneur Florentine Ariosto Jones founded the International Watch Company in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. His revolutionary vision combined Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship with American production technology. Since then, IWC has distinguished itself by creating watches of exceptional engineering, with sophisticated technical complications and timeless design that transcends trends.
The American watchmaker Florentine Ariosto Jones founds the International Watch Company in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. His vision was to combine Swiss craftsmanship with American manufacturing technology to create high-quality pocket watches.
The beginning of a tradition of watchmaking excellence
IWC launches its first 'Special Pilot's Watch' with innovative features such as a rotating bezel with an indicator triangle for timing take-offs. The watch also incorporates an antimagnetic escapement, setting new standards in aviation watchmaking.
The birth of an iconic watch line
Two Portuguese importers asked IWC to create large wristwatches with the precision of pocket watch calibers. This special order gave rise to the legendary Portugieser, one of the brand's most emblematic models.
A legend that endures to this day
IWC introduces the Ingenieur watch with automatic winding, designed specifically for engineers and technical professionals. Its anti-magnetic construction protects the movement from magnetic fields, making it an essential tool for the modern industrial world.
Innovation in the service of engineering
With the Aquatimer, IWC launched a successful series of professional diving watches. Its unprecedented 20 bar water resistance made it the watch of choice for professional divers, marking a milestone in underwater watchmaking.
Conquering the depths
Legendary designer Gerald Genta completely transformed the appearance of the Ingenieur, giving it a revolutionary look. The Ingenieur SL Ref. 1832 became one of IWC's great design innovations, appealing not only to professionals but also to lovers of watchmaking trends.
A design that defined an era
IWC develops the extra-large caliber 5000 with a seven-day power reserve, power reserve indication and the Pellaton automatic winding system. That same year, the Richemont group acquired IWC, securing its future in the world of luxury.
A new era of innovation and prestige
IWC presents the new generation of Aquatimer with an innovative internal/external rotating bezel system. For the first time, the brand uses bronze as a material, and introduces models with a digital perpetual calendar and a mechanical depth gauge with resistance up to 200 bar.
Taking underwater watchmaking to new depths
In every IWC watch beats the pioneering spirit of Schaffhausen, where watchmaking tradition and technical innovation merge into extraordinary creations.
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