IWC Ingenieur Automatic Watch (Steel, 40mm) – Designed by Gérald Genta

Debuting as a premium release, this IWC Ingenieur automatic mechanical watch is a masterwork personally conceived by legendary watch designer Gérald Genta. With a 40mm diameter case tailored for Asian wrists and an ultra-slim profile of just 10mm, it houses the high-precision ETA 2892 movement, fully shielded by a soft-iron inner case to ensure exceptional anti-magnetic protection. Rated to 120 meters water resistance, it merges timeless aesthetics with robust functionality. Its classic three-hand dial features a distinctive design hallmark: five functional holes drilled directly into the sapphire crystal bezel—a revolutionary innovation Genta first introduced in the iconic 1976 Ingenieur SL. Originally engineered to secure the bezel, these holes—alongside exposed screws and the signature lightning-bolt motif—have since become enduring emblems of the Ingenieur line. Reinforced crown guards and solid metal hands evoke the reassuring solidity of a ‘time vault.’ Available with either a silver-plated or black dial: the silver variant pairs with rhodium-plated or rose-gold hands and recessed hour markers; the black version features rhodium-plated hands and recessed markers for bold contrast and striking legibility. The bracelet is ingeniously designed for tool-free, effortless removal—demonstration video coming soon.