IWC Super Clone Watches 1:1 Portugieser Automatic Green dial 40MM IW358310

Original price was: $780.00.Current price is: $650.00.

ZF Edition — Leather Strap with Deployant Clasp

The ZF iteration of the IWC Portugieser Automatic 40mm (IW358310) represents the current benchmark for this specific reference. Recognized across collector forums for its structural accuracy, ZF successfully replicates the critical distance between the central hand pinion and the small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock—a metric that lesser factories frequently fail due to unmodified base movements.

Powered by a custom clone of the IWC Caliber 82200, the movement features decorated bridges and a rotor designed to mimic the genuine’s Pellaton winding system aesthetics. Operating at 28,800 vph, it provides a power reserve of approximately 36 hours. The movement architecture prioritizes visual fidelity when viewed through the exhibition caseback while maintaining reliable daily timekeeping.

The 40.4mm case is constructed from 316L stainless steel, featuring alternating polished bezels and brushed mid-case flanks. The dial exhibits a deep sunburst green finish, complemented by applied rhodium-plated Arabic numerals, a railway minute track, and traditional feuille (leaf) hands. The crystal is sapphire with a double-sided anti-reflective coating to minimize glare.

Movement: Custom Clone Caliber 82200 — Approximately 36 hours
Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel, 40.4mm diameter, ~49mm lug-to-lug
Bezel: Polished 316L stainless steel, ultra-thin profile
Crystal: Sapphire with double-sided AR coating
Bracelet: Alligator-embossed calfskin leather with stainless steel deployant clasp
Water Resistance: 50M stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming

This reference is suited for collectors seeking a refined dress or smart-casual piece without the substantial case thickness inherent to the 7-day Portugieser models. Its classic proportions allow it to slide easily under a tailored cuff.

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Description

ZF IWC Portugieser Automatic 40 Green Dial IW358310

ZF delivers a highly precise execution of the time-only Portugieser, mastering the complex green sunburst dial and critical sub-dial spacing.

Powered by Custom Clone Caliber 82200

The driving force behind this replica is a heavily modified Asian base caliber, re-engineered to reflect the visual architecture of the IWC Caliber 82200. The movement features custom-engraved bridges, perlage finishing on the base plates, and a skeletonized rotor showcasing faux Pellaton winding system components. Crucially, the gear train has been modified to ensure the small seconds sub-dial sits at the mathematically correct distance from the central pinion, avoiding the structural tells of earlier generation replicas.

⏱ Accuracy Profile:

This custom clone movement typically operates within a tolerance of ±10–15 seconds per day, depending on resting position and power reserve state.

✅ Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
✅ Complications: Running small seconds at 6 o’clock
✅ Winding Direction: Bidirectional via central rotor

Technical Specifications

THE BUILD316L Stainless Steel

The 40.4mm case balances a polished ultra-thin bezel with vertically brushed mid-case flanks. The lug curvature and overall thickness closely mirror the genuine article, providing an elegant wrist presence.

THE DIALSunburst Green with Rhodium Appliques

Featuring a dynamic forest green sunburst finish, the dial includes three-dimensional applied Arabic numerals, a crisp railway track scale, and a snailed (record pattern) finish on the small seconds dial.

THE BEZELPolished Steel Fixed Bezel

The signature Portugieser bezel is exceptionally thin, maximizing the dial aperture. The high-polish finish transitions seamlessly into the domed sapphire crystal.

THE BRACELETLeather Strap with Deployant

Fitted with an alligator-embossed calfskin leather strap and a stainless steel IWC-style deployant clasp, featuring accurate deep-milled engravings on the inner folding mechanism.

Why ZF for This Reference?

Many collectors ask: “Why not YLF or APSF?”

ZF has historically dominated the IWC Portugieser market due to their superior dial finishing and structural modifications. For the IW358310, ZF successfully resolved the central pinion to sub-dial spacing issue that plagues alternative factories using standard Miyota bases. Additionally, the depth of the sunburst effect on ZF’s green dial provides a much closer light-play match to the genuine lacquer.

Full Disclosure: The rotor bearing can be slightly audible during vigorous wrist movement, and the factory-supplied calfskin strap lacks the suppleness of the genuine Santoni leather, prompting many owners to upgrade to an aftermarket strap.

Data Sheet

MODEL REFERENCE	IW358310
FACTORY / VERSION	ZF Edition
MOVEMENT	Clone Caliber 82200
CASE MATERIAL	316L Stainless Steel
WEIGHT & THICKNESS	~85g (with strap) \| 12.4mm
CRYSTAL & LUME	Sapphire with double AR \| Non-luminous (dress specification)
DIMENSIONS	40.4mm × 49.0mm × 12.4mmManual measurements — minor tolerances apply.
WATER RESISTANCE	50M stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming

Collector Q&A

Q: Does the sub-dial spacing match the genuine IW358310?

A: Yes, the ZF clone 82200 movement modifies the gear train to ensure the small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock is positioned at the exact distance from the central hands as the genuine, avoiding the ‘high sub-dial’ flaw of older replicas.

Q: How accurate is the green dial color on this ZF model?

A: ZF has achieved a highly accurate sunburst green tone. Under direct light, it exhibits the correct dynamic shift, though side-by-side with genuine, the replica’s lacquer base may appear marginally less deep under low-light conditions.

Q: Is the movement a true clone or a decorated Asian ETA?

A: It is a heavily modified Asian base movement with custom bridges and a decorated rotor designed to mimic the architecture of the IWC caliber 82200, including faux Pellaton winding system components.

Q: What is the most noticeable flaw on this specific replica?

A: The most common collector critique is the stiffness of the factory-supplied leather strap and a slightly noisy rotor during rapid wrist movement. Many owners opt to swap the strap for an aftermarket or genuine leather alternative.