IWC Ingenieur 40 - the legend is back!

Hands-on review of the new 2023 IWC Ingenieur

#IWC #WatchesAndWonders #2023

[wheelsandwatches]

They went to all that trouble to make an incredible looking and well proportioned watch and didn’t include a micro adjust clasp and made it £2-£3k too expensive!

[dannysimenauer]

Thanks Adrian for being the first YouTuber to introduce us to the IWC Ingineur remake of this Gerald Genta classique! It is never too late to reintroduce a true original classic! Never too late. I am going to put this watch on my wish list.

[richardcollins]

I bought a MKXX this evening in London. Blue, and with the additional brown strap. My friend bought the Lewis Hamilton Ingenieur when he was partnered with Rosberg, that is a lovely watch.

[aled]

Bought one 3 weeks ago on the Aqua dial. I'm in love with the way the light catches the dial pattern!!

[tarasmathers]

Adrian, I could not agree w/ you more. Definitely a solid improvement, all while still remaining faithful, to the original. Chris and his team at IWC, did a fantastic job w/ this. Your footage was brilliant. Thank you for highlighting this uber important design.

[simonhalkyard]

Wonder if Adrian knew the price at filming? They are pushing it price wise and in 2023 at the luxury end it’s inexcusable not to have micro adjustment. Especially for a watch you are always going to keep on the bracelet. The watch looks great and good to see them do such a good job on it.

[ams]

If this were the same price as the Aquatimer I just got I would definitely be having some buyer's remorse, that's for sure. I think the new Ingenieur is a home run!

[rcrymble]

I'm an engineer who loves watches. I'm not a pilot, racing driver or diver. So this beautiful watch appeals. Although sadly engineers can't afford £10k on a watch! 😅

[SinnerAndSaint]

I think it's a great step to revive the Genta design again. I was crying to see the 'new' (now 'old') one after the famous 3239 iteration - which is still the best looking Ingenieur today imho. This brand new 38901 is very true to the original Genta design and I kind like it. BUT I think there are multiple problems: They have heavily increased the price, the way cheaper Pilot's watch Mark XX has the same movement and even the great adjustable clasp. And their just mentioned Pilot's watch is nowaday more iconic to me as they kept this simple design for years with just slight improvements. So for me this is the way better deal if you want an IWC with a great Inhouse movement with a much better clasp design.

[plutinicus]

Brilliant.. totally agree. They stayed faithful to the original to preserve its Genta heritage and identity (even the brushed satin finish) but with updated chamfered edges and other tweaks and enhancements to bring it gracefully into the 21st century. Love the dial pattern. Dont know which one to choose. Stellar job.

[Thomas-vqpb]

Very rare to see a new edition better than the original one. Although I love the purity of the first Genta ingénieur, I really like the new model, thinner and more comfortable on the wrist. The closed case back is not an issue for me as I never look at the movement when there is an open case back. I also think that price is high but justified in my view, as IWC is a serious watch brand I have always admired (not to be compared with Chopard 😅). Also think the Ingénieur is more of a tool watch than the RO or the Nautilus, refined but more discreet and under the radar.

The green/blue dial is beautiful but purchased the black dial version which is more suitable for me.

Thanks Adrien, better late than never!

[stu]

12, 000 chf! WHAT? No micro adjustment! No display back when the technology is there for amagnetism without an iron

[bassboylw]

I ignored this watch for over a year based upon the flak it was taking online to do with the price. Then a couple of months ago I was killing time at an airport and saw one so thought I'd try it on. I was blown away. It felt like a lower profile than 10.8mm and the bracelet was so silky. Machining seemed top notch. Combined it had quite an elegant feel. As many have said before, try it in person before judging as the pictures and videos do not do it justice. Price is high but I could probably get over that now I know the quality outside the movement. If it had a quick change system (come on IWC, you have it on other models!) and some good leather and rubber strap options (and ideally included one of each with it, a la Overseas), and ideally a nifty micro adjust (come on IWC, even CW have it on integrated bracelets now), it would be worth the price 100%. I like the crown guards and I'm less worried about the movement (120hrs reserve with a date complication is great for me) or closed case back. White dial rocks! I'd buy one now except I don't need a new watch (who does?!) and Im hoping IWC will take onboard the criticism it has received and in a couple of years an improved version will be released. Shout if you know any rumours!

[davidb]

Best non plug, plug yet for Bark and Jack merch! 😂 cool watch and very under the radar for such an important piece

[CleverSmart]

The price is crazy high for what is offered and this being an IWC

[leon_ME]

I will be finishing my Master's degree around the end of this year and was looking for a watch as a gift for myself. I guess this is gonna be the one I'm heading for.

[boatdetective]

WOW! they've hovered over getting this right for years. This one seems just right. Very exciting indeed!

[bramkouwen]

The Aqua dial makes it look absolutely stunning

[Not-a-bot]

To be fair the dive watch too is timeless. Designed in 1953 and relevant still today

[MrLewisWhale]

Love to see a Bark and Jack watch review back up. I’ve been loving About Effing Time, but definitely prefer Bark and Jack/Adrian Barker watch reviews. This IWC is amazing too!