In the vibrant world of luxury watches, the latest Ingenieur watch by V7 Factory stands as a testament to both heritage and innovation. Reimagined from the iconic designs of Gérald Genta from the 1970s, this masterpiece was unveiled at the 2023 Watches & Wonders Geneva event, capturing the essence of a true classic.
The 40mm case is a symphony of vertical and circular brushing, alongside mirrored polishing techniques, all devised to create gentle and flowing contours. Its sleek 10.7mm thickness is made even more appealing by a bezel firmly held by five screws, and the watch features a fine-tuned ergonomic design in the H-shaped bracelet and watch lugs, ensuring a comfortable fit for any wrist.
The most striking feature of the new model is the dial, which beautifully recreates the original Ingenieur SL’s ‘grid’ pattern. This artistic detail involves pressing delicate horizontal and vertical lines onto a soft iron dial base before undergoing galvanization. The textured pattern spans the entire inner dial area, while the outer minutes ring remains smooth, ensuring both aesthetics and functionality are perfectly aligned. The IWC emblem is carefully positioned to seamlessly integrate with the grid pattern, while luminous indices guarantee legibility even in low-light conditions.
The dial layout features bold hour, minute, and second hands inspired by the 1970s design, with a date window at 3 o’clock and the ‘INGENIEUR’ logo proudly displayed at 6 o’clock.
The bracelet is a masterpiece crafted with CNC technology, ensuring each link flows perfectly. V7 Factory retains the original structure and materials, making the wearing experience authentically superb. Powered by the imported Swiss SW300 movement, the watch promises precision and reliability, eliminating the hassles of repairs. For those seeking affordability, V7 also offers a version with the stable Sea-Gull 2892 movement, identical in appearance and details.
As V7 Factory announces the launch of this exquisite timepiece, it invites connoisseurs to experience the blend of tradition and modern craftsmanship.
