About IWC
IWC has been at the forefront of watch innovation for over 150 years. Our chronometers continue to redefine the standards of Swiss luxury watches. Each model presents mechanical finesse in which intricate design balances expectations of grandeur. Explore our hand-picked selections to discover your perfect timepiece.
The History of IWC
In 1868, Boston watchmaker Florentine Ariosto Jones founded the “International Watch Company” in Schaffhausen. At a time when most young men were trying their luck in the west, Jones went in the opposite direction. True to his adventurous pioneering spirit, he drew on the help of eminently qualified Swiss watchmakers, modern technology from America and hydropower sourced from the nearby River Rhine to manufacture watch movements of the highest possible quality. Committing to this heritage for the past 150 years, IWC’s mechanical timepieces are still handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail.
Fun Facts About IWC
IWC has complete confidence in the quality of their products and is proud to introduce My IWC, the new customer care platform, and a 6-year extension to the original 2-year International Limited Warranty with every new timepiece purchase.
About IWC’s Collections
IWC’s watch families – the Portugieser, Pilot’s Watches, Portofino, Ingenieur, Aquatimer and Da Vinci – look back on a long tradition. They embrace the broad range of the company’s watchmaking expertise from robust watches for everyday to the complexities of haute horlogerie at its finest.
Awards and Accolades
IWC Schaffhausen is proud to announce it has attained Chain-of-Custody (CoC) certification from the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). This voluntary standard, which complements the RJC’s Code of Practices (COP) IWC already adheres to, certifies that the gold and platinum used in the company’s supply chain are fully traceable and responsibly sourced.
