Pre-owned IWC Portugieser: UK prices and what to check
The Portugieser is IWC's large, clean dress watch with Arabic numerals and slim feuille hands. Buying one pre-owned in the UK is safest through a marketplace with escrow and authentication; below are the references, what to check on this model, and where to look.
Updated 6 Nov 2026. Watches aren't investments; prices fall as well as rise.
New vs pre-owned
We don't have a checked UK list price for this model yet; an authorised dealer can tell you today's.
UK pre-owned price index coming soon.
References
| Ref | Made | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IW3716 | 2020– | Portugieser Chronograph, 41mm |
Why people buy it
The Portugieser is IWC's large, clean dress watch with Arabic numerals and slim feuille hands. The Chronograph is one of the best-known IWC models.
What to check on a pre-owned Portugieser
- Model: Chronograph, Automatic (with a seven-day power reserve) and other versions are quite different. Check the reference.
- Chronograph: start, stop and reset should all work crisply.
- Dial: the dial should be clean, with crisp printing; check for moisture marks.
- Strap: leather straps wear; check the condition and the buckle.
- Papers: IWC warranty card, box and service history.
More on buying safely: our pre-owned guide.
Where to buy
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Questions
How much is a pre-owned IWC Portugieser in the UK?
It depends on the reference, condition, and whether it has its box and papers. We're building a UK pre-owned price index from authenticated listings; until then, compare like-for-like listings on Chrono24 and eBay's Authenticity Guarantee.
Is it safe to buy a IWC Portugieser pre-owned?
It can be, if you buy from an authorised pre-owned programme, an established dealer, or a marketplace that holds your money in escrow and authenticates the watch. Check the serial against the papers, ask for service history, and never pay a stranger by bank transfer.
What should I check before buying a used Portugieser?
Model: Chronograph, Automatic (with a seven-day power reserve) and other versions are quite different. Check the reference. Chronograph: start, stop and reset should all work crisply. Dial: the dial should be clean, with crisp printing; check for moisture marks.
Does a pre-owned IWC Portugieser hold its value?
Some models have sold above their new price for long spells, but watches aren't investments: prices fall as well as rise. Buy one because you want to wear it.