TUR Factory's IWC Portugieser intercontinental 13th Anniversary Top-quality CollectWatch
In the palace of complex functions of Top CollectWatches, the tourbillon always occupies the most dazzling position. It is not only a precision device that defies gravity, but also a symbol of the pinnacle of watchmaking craftsmanship. When the tourbillon meets IWC's most representative Portuguese series, the IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Tourbillon is born - a masterpiece that perfectly combines classic design language with top-level complex functions.
On the occasion of TUR Intercontinental’s 13th anniversary, the factory launches this IWC Portuguese Series True Tourbillon Watch with the highest sincerity. From the exclusively developed 81905 movement to the 72-hour power reserve, from the 42mm stainless steel case to the flying minute tourbillon at 6 o'clock, TUR strives to restore the kingly style of this "Portuguese Tourbillon" in every detail. Products produced by TUR must be high-quality products - this is not only a slogan, but also the best footnote of 13 years of ingenuity.
1. Anniversary gift: TUR Intercontinental’s 13 years of ingenuity
What does 13 years mean in the watch industry? It means the complete transformation of a factory from start-up to maturity, from imitation to innovation. In the past ten years, TUR Intercontinental has focused on the research and development and manufacturing of high-end complex function watches, especially in the field of tourbillons, and has accumulated a profound technical foundation.
The launch of this Original Factory Collectwatch TUR Factory IWC Portuguese Series True Tourbillon Watch is a gift for TUR Intercontinental’s 13th anniversary. Choosing to launch this product at this time in itself conveys TUR's confidence in its own technology - as the tourbillon is the first of the three major complex functions in the watchmaking industry, its requirements for movement structure, assembly accuracy, and adjustment level are far beyond those of ordinary three-hand watches. There are only a handful of factories in China that can stably mass-produce real tourbillon movements, and TUR is one of them.
The special thing about the anniversary version is that on the basis of the regular version, TUR has comprehensively upgraded the movement polishing, case craftsmanship, and hand details, and defined the quality boundary of this product with the high standards of the "Anniversary Edition".
2. The core of the tourbillon: exclusive 81905 movement, 72 hours power reserve
The core of a tourbillon watch is naturally the tourbillon itself. But what many consumers tend to overlook is that the “carrier” of the tourbillon—that is, the quality of the entire movement—also determines the final performance of the watch.
TUR this time uses the 81905 manual winding movement exclusively developed by the super clone watch TUR factory. This is a special movement specially designed for the Portuguese series tourbillon, rather than the common patchwork solution of "public version movement plus tourbillon module" common in the market.
| Projects | Original parameters | TUR Collectrestoration degree |
|---|---|---|
| Movement model | IWC 51900 | TUR 81905 (exclusive development) |
| Winding method | Manual winding | Manual winding |
| Power reserve | 72 hours | 72 hours |
| Vibration frequency | 28,800 times/hour | 28,800 times/hour |
| tourbillon position | 6 o'clock position | Original Factory restoration |
| Tourbillon type | Flying minute tourbillon | Flying Minutes Tourbillon (Real Tourbillon) |
| Case diameter | 42mm | 42mm |
| Case thickness | 11mm | 11mm |
| crystal | Arched Sapphire | Arched Sapphire |
| meter dial | silver-plated | Silver plated sunburst |
| Time markers | gold appliqué arabic numerals | Original Factory gold inlay process |
| pointer on a gauge | Gold leaf-shaped hands | Original Factory three-dimensional leaf-shaped needle |
| straps | crocodile skin | Italian cowhide crocodile pattern + hand stitching |
| clasp | IWC folding buckle | Original molded folding buckle |
Three major functions restored: TUR 81905 movement completely restores the three major core functions of the genuine product——
Manual winding system: winding can be completed through the crown, with clear hand feel and clear feedback.
Flying Tourbillon: The tourbillon frame at 6 o'clock rotates once per minute, continuously counteracting the influence of gravity on travel time accuracy.
72-hour power reserve: It can run continuously for three days when the chain is fully charged. It can still keep accurate time after taking it off on the weekend and putting it on on Monday.
A real tourbillon is by no means a decoration: there is a so-called "tourbillon" on the market, which actually exposes a device that "appears to be spinning" through a hollow dial. However, there is no real tourbillon structure inside, but an ordinary balance wheel plus a decorative frame - called a "fake tourbillon" or "decorative tourbillon" in the industry. TUR is equipped with a real flying minute tourbillon this time. The balance wheel, escape wheel and escapement fork in the frame are all available, and the frame does rotate at a constant speed of one revolution per minute. Through the sapphire crystal, you can clearly see the precise structure and continuous operation of the tourbillon frame. This is a mechanical beauty that cannot be simulated by any fake tourbillon.
3. Appearance Seiko: Curved Art of 42mm Case
The design language of the IWC Portuguese series can be summarized in four words - simple and elegant. The 42 mm diameter of the top Collectwatch TUR Factory IWC is considered a "large size" among formal watches, but with the iconic narrow bezel design of the Portuguese series, the dial appears more open and transparent.
TUR follows the original one-to-one depiction design in case production. This means that every curved surface and every edge of the watch case is a precise Collectbased on the original 3D scan data.
Three-piece structure: The watch case consists of three pieces: bezel, middle case, and bottom cover. TUR restores the original assembly structure, and the connection between the three is tight and seamless. Particularly worth mentioning is the arc-shaped drawing process on the side - the side of the Portuguese series case is not a simple vertical plane, but a curved surface with a subtle arc. TUR is carried out along the arc direction during the drawing process to ensure that the drawing texture is uniform and in the same direction, and there will be no low-level errors such as "random lines" or "broken lines".
Thickness control: The thickness of 11 mm is quite thin for a watch equipped with a tourbillon movement. This not only tests the compact design of the movement, but also tests the processing accuracy of the case. Under the premise of ensuring the safe operation of the movement, TUR accurately controls the thickness of the watch case at 11mm. It can easily slide into the cuff of a shirt when worn, taking into account complex functions and daily practicality.
4. Dial aesthetics: harmonious dialogue between silver-plated dial and gold details
If the tourbillon is the "technical heart" of this watch, then the dial is its "aesthetic face". TUR has invested a lot of energy in dial production and strives to restore the "simple but not simple" elegance of the Portuguese series.
Silver-plated dial: The original Portuguese series tourbillon uses a silver-plated dial, and the surface is sunray-polished. TUR also uses silver plating technology. When you turn the dial under light, you can see the delicate texture radiating from the center to the surroundings. The luster is soft and layered. The orbital minute scale on the edge of the dial is clearly printed, and the distance between the scale line and the center of the dial is even, with no offset or breakage.
Gold-applied Arabic numerals: Gold-applied Arabic numerals are used at 12 o'clock, 3 o'clock, 6 o'clock and 9 o'clock. TUR restores this "inlay" process - the digital time scales are made independently and then inlaid on the dial, rather than printed directly. The advantage of this approach is that the numbers have a three-dimensional feel and will produce subtle light and shadow changes under different lights, which is an effect that flat printing cannot achieve.
Gold leaf-shaped hands: The pointer design of the Portuguese series is extremely exquisite-the hour and minute hands use leaf-shaped hands (also called willow needles), with elegant outlines and slender pointer tips. TUR's leaf-shaped hands have been molded and prototyped many times. From the width ratio of the needle body, to the arc curve of the needle tip, to the uniformity of the luminous filling, they strive to be consistent with the original. The hands are gold-plated, echoing harmoniously with the gold digital hour markers on the dial.
5. Details: arched watch mirror, Italian cowhide strap and original folding buckle
The quality of a top Collectwatch is often reflected in those details that are “easily overlooked”. In the following three details, TUR demonstrates the profound knowledge of the factory with 13 years of experience.
Arched sapphire mirror: The Portuguese series mirror is not flat, but has an arched design with a certain arc. The difficulty of this design is that the hardness of sapphire material is extremely high (Mohs hardness 9), and processing it into an arched shape requires longer grinding time and higher process precision. A slight deviation will cause optical distortion or assembly gaps. TUR's arched sapphire crystal has extremely high light transmittance. When viewed from the side, you can see an obvious curved bulge, and the connection with the bezel fits perfectly.
Italian cowhide crocodile pattern strap: The original Portuguese series tourbillon is paired with a crocodile leather strap. Taking into account the balance between cost and durability, TUR selects cowhide imported from Italy and presses crocodile texture on the surface. The depth of the texture, the shape of the scales, and the texture of the particles have been repeatedly compared, and the naked eye is very close to crocodile skin. The edges of the strap are hand-stitched, and the stitching is even and tight, with no loose threads or skipped stitches. The inside of the strap retains the natural texture of cowhide, making it more breathable and comfortable to wear.
Original molded folding clasp: Although the clasp is small, it is the most frequently used component in daily life. The best Collectwatch, TUR Factory, uses the original molded IWC folding buckle. The font on the buckle surface is clear and profound, and the letter spacing and stroke thickness of the brand logo are consistent with the original. The folding mechanism of the watch buckle adopts a double-button safety lock design, which opens and closes smoothly and locks firmly after closing. There will be no safety hazards of loosening or accidentally popping open after long-term use.
6. Wearing experience and summary
The wearing experience of the IWC Portuguese Series Tourbillon can be described in four words - big but not clumsy. With a watch diameter of 42 mm and a thickness of 11 mm, it has just the right presence on the wrist. The combination of the silver-plated dial and golden hour markers and hands has the charm of a classic pocket watch without losing the simplicity and liveliness of a modern watch.
The continuously rotating tourbillon at 6 o'clock is the visual focus of the entire watch. Whether you raise your hand inadvertently during a business meeting or look at it quietly in your spare time, the precision device that rotates once every minute will remind you: what you wear on your wrist is not only a timing tool, but also a miniature mechanical work of art.
TUR Intercontinental takes the 13th anniversary as an opportunity to introduce this IWC Portuguese series true tourbillon watch to the market. From the exclusive 81905 movement to the 72-hour power reserve, from the 42mm stainless steel case to the flying tourbillon at 6 o'clock, from the silver-plated sunray dial to the gold leaf-shaped hands, every aspect reflects TUR's manufacturing concept of "must be a high-quality product."
For watch enthusiasts, the tourbillon has always been an inescapable chapter in watch Collection. The Portuguese series tourbillon launched by TUR this time provides a visual experience and mechanical feeling close to the original version in a relatively friendly manner. Produced by TUR, it must be a high-quality product - 13 years of persistence have been best interpreted in this tourbillon.
