IWC

IWC, or the International Watch Company, is a renowned Swiss watchmaker that traces its roots to American pioneering spirit and entrepreneurship. Founded in 1868 by Florentine Ariosto Jones, a 27-year-old American engineer and watchmaker from Boston, IWC combines the outstanding craftsmanship of the Swiss with modern engineering technology from overseas. Despite initial skepticism from skilled workers in Geneva and other remote valleys in southwestern Switzerland, Florentine was able to create a successful business plan and his business quickly grew.

Today, IWC has become one of the most respected watchmakers in the world. Its headquarters are located in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, where it produces some of the most beautiful timepieces with innovative designs and intricate movements. IWC’s collections include luxury watches for men and women as well as pilot’s watches for aviation enthusiasts. The company also produces incredible complications such as perpetual calendars, minute repeaters and tourbillons. Additionally, IWC is known for their unique Portugieser models with their distinctive cases made from metals such as stainless steel, yellow gold or even platinum.

IWC has been associated with numerous charities over its long history as they strive to make a positive impact on society around them. In addition to their commitment to sustainability in watchmaking practices, they partner with conservation programs like The Charles Darwin Foundation which works towards preserving biodiversity in the Galapagos Islands. Through this partnership they have donated over $2 million towards research projects which have helped protect endangered species like giant tortoises.

IWC continues to be an iconic leader in luxury watchmaking today thanks to its commitment to quality craftsmanship combined with innovation across its collections of watches both for men and women alike.