As far as perpetual calendars go, IWC’s prowess and ingenuity stand unrivalled. And this Portugieser Perpetual Calendar Boutique Edition appeals in more ways than one. Introduced in 2020, the watch delivers all the necessary calendar complications, presented logically and in a visually-pleasing format. Also, in addition to the mandatory functions, the watch goes beyond the conventional and offers a power reserve indicator measuring the mechanical movement’s whopping 7-day power reserve.

Destined to look amazing on the modern wrist at 44m in proprietary Armor Gold, the fine finish and curved lugs play the perfect counterpoint to the sunburst dial, where legibility is the name of the game. The moon phase aperture sits at 12 o’clock; the date and power reserve indicator are in a sub-dial at three; a month counter is at six; and the day indicator is combined with small seconds on a sub-register at nine. The year is indicated by an aperture between seven and eight o’clock marker. Apart from clean execution, the aesthetical appeal channelled by the dial is worth noting. The fine circular graining on each sub-dial, the elegantly applied Arabic numerals, and the well-formed hands make you want to glance at the watch again and again.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos.