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IWC Introduces Ingenieur Automatic 35 ‘Pool’ Dial
7/7/2026, 1:13:12 PM
Ingenieur Automatic 35 “Pool” Dial Unveiled
IWC unveiled the Ingenieur Automatic 35 with a new turquoise-green “Pool” dial (reference IW324902). The 35 mm model is sold at IWC boutiques for £8,900 in the UK and keeps the integrated-bracelet design of the line.
50-Year Heritage and Recent Revivals
Introduced in the mid-1950s as a magnetic-field tool watch, the Ingenieur was re-designed by Gérald Genta in 1976 as the anti-magnetic SL Jumbo. IWC revived the Genta design in 2023 (Automatic 40) and 2025 (Automatic 35), coinciding with the model’s 50th anniversary. The “Pool” dial is the sixth 35 mm reference, following steel, red-gold and diamond-set versions.
Design and Technical Details
The 35 mm stainless-steel case measures 35 mm in diameter and features a vertical finish with polished bevels; the round bezel is held by five screws. The “Pool” dial keeps the signature negative-relief grid, rhodium-plated indices and Super-LumiNova-filled hands, a framed date window at 3 o’clock and the lightning-bolt logo at 6 o’clock. The integrated bracelet uses H-shaped links. Water resistance is 10 bar (100 m) via the “Probus Scafusia” crown. Power comes from IWC calibre 47110, an in-house automatic with 23 jewels, 28 800 vph (4 Hz) and a 42-hour reserve; the rotor shows Geneva striping. The caseback is convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.
Market Position and Pricing
The watch is priced at £8,900 in the UK, while IWC lists the same reference at CHF 10,500, EUR 11,100, or USD 11,200 in other markets. The price level has been described as contentious given the movement’s specifications, yet the Genta-designed heritage and integrated-bracelet aesthetic continue to attract collectors.
Official Statements from IWC
IWC’s product description calls the dial a “fresh, radiant aquatic shade” suited for poolside holidays. The brand also highlights the “Probus Scafusia” crown as a functional element that secures the 10-bar water-resistance rating.
Criticism and Collector Feedback
Some observers note that IWC releases new colourways exclusively for the 35 mm size, limiting options for owners of the 40 mm version. The price point is also questioned, with critics arguing that the specifications do not justify the premium compared with competing automatic watches.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the case thickness, citing both 9.4 mm and 4 mm measurements. Pricing is reported in pounds, Swiss francs, euros and US dollars without a clear conversion, creating a discrepancy between £8,900 and CHF 10,500/EUR 11,100/USD 11,200. Details on the long-term durability of the “Probus Scafusia” crown remain unverified.
Verbatim Quotes
- “fresh, radiant aquatic shade,” — IWC description
- “Probus Scafusia” — IWC crown designation
- ‘Pool’ — colour name as quoted in the launch commentary
What’s Next
The “Pool” version is now in stock at IWC boutiques, and the brand has hinted at future colour releases and possible Ceratanium or ceramic variants in smaller sizes. Collectors will watch for any 40 mm “Pool” iteration and for updates on the movement’s evolution.
