IWC Portofino Automatic Day & Night 34

Compact yet refined, the IWC Portofino Automatic Day & Night 34 (Ref#: IW459805) brings timeless elegance to a smaller wrist with a polished 18k rose gold case and a charming day and night complication. Inspired by the serene coastal village of Portofino, this 34mm timepiece features a silver-plated dial with diamond accents and delicate gold-plated detailing, offering a graceful blend of functionality and feminine sophistication within one of the brand’s most understated collections.The case is presented in a classic 34mm round case made from 18k rose gold. It features fully polished surfaces throughout the case middle, bezel, and lugs, enhancing the watch’s elegant presence. Measuring just 8.9mm in thickness, the watch maintains a sleek profile while offering timeless proportions for smaller wrists.
Around back, the case is fitted with a solid rose gold caseback that preserves the traditional aesthetic of the Portofino line. While it lacks a sapphire exhibition window, the closed back reinforces the watch’s dressy, understated style and leaves more room to highlight the polished surfaces and curvature of the case design.A convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides protects the dial, ensuring optimal legibility. A rose gold fluted crown adds a graceful touch and provides control over the time and the day-night indicator. Water-resistance can reach up to 50 meters (165 feet).The dial is silver-plated with a smooth, matte finish that gives it a refined and understated appearance. Its clean surface is punctuated by applied gold-plated indices, including slender baton markers and a Roman numeral “XII” at the top. Twelve brilliant-cut diamonds are set along the dotted minute track, adding a subtle sparkle that enhances the elegance of the composition.At 6 o’clock, a framed day & night indicator provides both utility and charm. A golden sun with radiant rays marks daytime hours, while a crescent moon surrounded by stars signals the night. The rotating disc completes a full cycle every 24 hours, giving the watch a poetic and dynamic element within its otherwise minimalist layout.Time is indicated by a pair of gold-plated leaf-shaped hands, gracefully sweeping across the dial. The seconds hand is also gold-toned and features a hacking function for precise time-setting. All elements are carefully proportioned to suit the 34mm format, offering legibility without overwhelming the compact dial.

The “IWC Portofino Automatic Day & Night 34” (Ref#: IW459805) is powered by the automatic movement, caliber 35180, based on the Sellita SW300-1, with 25 jewels and a frequency of 28,800 Vph. It includes a hacking seconds function and features a charming day and night indicator displayed at 6 o’clock. Power reserve can last up to 50 hours, when fully wound.
Mounted on this watch is a taupe calfskin strap, secured by a rose gold butterfly folding clasp. It enhances the refined aesthetic of the compact rose gold case while offering excellent comfort and subtle contrast to the silver-plated dial. The strap also features a practical quick-change system for added convenience. For more up to date information visit the official IWC Schaffhausen website here.