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IWC
IW32490135.1mmautomatic$10,200 list priceAnnounced April 2025
A 35mm version of IWC's Gérald Genta-designed Ingenieur, with the five-screw bezel, grid-pattern dial and integrated steel bracelet of the 40mm model. Unlike the larger watch it has a display caseback and uses the automatic calibre 47110, and it is rated to 100m.
Creator Consensus
Positive
6 reviews: 5 positive, 1 mixed, 0 negative. 5 of 6 recommend it.
Most reviewers find it comfortable on the wrist, and they praise the case and proportions. Several highlight the slim profile, the way it keeps the larger model's character, and its genuinely unisex styling. Some also admire the textured dial and the decorated movement, though value draws criticism from a couple of reviewers.
Where they differ. Some reviewers say it suits smaller wrists and wears better than the bulkier 40mm, while others feel it still wears small. Opinions on the light dial also split, with some calling it legible and others finding it can compromise legibility.
the watch felt very snug and comfortable, even in choppy watersRead it in context
on the wrist these wear like a dream they truly truly doWatch from 0:58
It almost melts onto the wrist.Watch from 2:23
it maintains a strong wrist presence in balance with a comfortable wearing experienceRead it in context
The 9.4mm total thickness is impressive considering 100 metres of water resistanceRead it in context
The side profile is super sleek at only 9.4 mm.Watch from 1:54
9.5 mm in thickness which is just absolutely beautifully thinWatch from 0:58
I instantly got to appreciate the tight proportions all aroundRead it in context
It stays true to the proportions of theWatch from 0:58
making it more wearable without any loss of character or specificationsRead it in context
rather, it’s truly unisexRead it in context
The 35 mm is great for men's wrists and women's wrists alike.Watch from 0:58
it’s simply a smaller-cased Ingenieur that will suit any smaller wristRead it in context
I would argue it wears slightly betterRead it in context
try this new 35mm, part of the brand’s W&W 2025 collection, on your wrist. It solves everything.Read it in context
I've got 6.5 in wrists and I think these wear pretty wellWatch from 1:27
I don't want to get too excited, but I think this looks perfect.Watch from 1:55
it remains highly legible in the smaller formatRead it in context
The silver dial is incredibly legible underwaterRead it in context
a lot easier to read because of how white the dial isWatch from 3:52
It’s like a checkerboard to delight the senses.Read it in context
The way the light catches the applied indices and the dial’s grid patterns is hypnoticRead it in context
I really like how the date is executed.Watch from 1:54
the date window is really comfortable really well fittingWatch from 3:23
Granted, we get a wonderful view of the IWC caliber 47110 inside.Read it in context
view the beautiful movement which features a gold-plated rotorWatch from 1:26
so they kind of play in sync with each otherWatch from 2:24
monochromatic look is something I don't have in my collection and I think it's fantasticWatch from 2:26
I respect what they've done honoring JerentaWatch from 5:20
keeping things true to the ‘70s spirit without feeling overly dated or kitschyRead it in context
It's so smooth and refined without being too showy like other Genta models.Watch from 2:23
a unique genta being more understated with very little polishingWatch from 2:52
It handled camping and an ocean adventure with aplomb.Read it in context
I’m confident that if it’s rated to 100 meters at IWC, it’s good to goRead it in context
you can see the execution is flawlessRead it in context
The crown guards also sell its impression of sportinessRead it in context
for me, I feel it's a tad bit small. I prefer my 40 mm variation.Watch from 2:50
although I still think it's quite smallWatch from 0:58
can also sometimes make reading the date, for example, trickyRead it in context
it kind of Blends in with the dial a little bit too muchWatch from 3:23
It’s fiddly and, without any micro-adjustmentsRead it in context
The lack of micro adjustment, despite being true to the original, is impracticalWatch from 4:21
the 40mm version, in some ways, better honors the original designsRead it in context
This modern version has a display case back.Read it in context
that engraving should have been part of the dealWatch from 2:54
it makes the whole limited edition thing feel a bit gimmickyWatch from 2:54
still pretty pricey but the sizing the colors there's just more variationsWatch from 5:21
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PositiveMixedNegative
| Wearability | Praised | |
|---|---|---|
| Dial | Praised | |
| Case & proportions | Praised | |
| Design | Praised | |
| Bracelet & strap | Divided | |
| Movement | Praised | |
| Versatility | Praised | |
| Originality | Praised | |
| Value | Criticised | |
| Finishing & build | Few mentions | |
| Functionality | Few mentions |
Was this consensus useful?
6 counted, 1 more for context
Remontoir summarises; the reviewers did the work. Watch and read the originals for the full picture.
Still Tempo
Video, 7 minHands-on reviewSep 2026
Mixed
Loves the anniversary edition's vertically brushed silver dial and refined monochrome look. Finds the unnumbered limited run gimmicky and the premium hard to justify, and dislikes the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustment. Remains split and did not buy.
Suits: Wrists under about 15cm, per the sizing rule of thumb
Disclosure: Retailer stock
hand.wound.horology
Video, 7 minHands-on reviewApr 2026
PositiveRecommends, with caveats
The reviewer admires the blue dial, the symmetrical date execution and the slim profile, and names it their pick of IWC's new releases. They personally find it a touch small and prefer their own 40mm version.
Suits: Those with small wrists or who enjoy smaller watches; a couple's watch
Disclosure: Retailer stock
Fratello
ArticleHands-on reviewSep 2025Henry Black
PositiveRecommends, with caveats
After a week of hiking, camping and free diving, the reviewer likes the 35mm Ingenieur very much, praising its proportions, comfort and dial. The display caseback, lower-spec movement and fiddly clasp are niggles, and the reviewer would still pick the technically superior 40mm.
Suits: Buyers considering the 40mm Ingenieur who want a smaller, unisex integrated sports watch
Time+Tide
ArticleHands-on reviewApr 2025Buffy Acacia
Very positiveRecommends
Sees the 35mm Ingenieur as a faithful, flawlessly executed shrink of the 40mm. It fixes the bulk of the larger model while keeping strong wrist presence, sporty character and a slim profile, and suits any smaller wrist without being framed as a women's watch.
Suits: Smaller wrists, or anyone who finds the 40mm Ingenieur too bulky
Chisholm Hunter
Video, 6 minFirst lookApr 2025
PositiveRecommends, with caveats
Enthusiastic first impressions from Watches & Wonders. The reviewer finds the 35mm Ingenieur beautifully thin and comfortable, and the steel model's whiter-than-rendered dial more legible and attractive in person. Minor quibbles are the low-contrast seconds hand, the small size and the high price.
Suits: Slimmer wrists or the women's market
Disclosure: Hands-on at launch event
Britt Pearce
Video, 11 minFirst lookMar 2025
Very positiveRecommends
Calls the 35mm Ingenieur the showstopper of IWC's 2025 novelties and exactly what the line needed. The reviewer praises its proportions and refined yet sporty wearing experience on a small wrist, and is seriously considering buying one.
Suits: Smaller wrists; suits men and women alike
Disclosure: Hands-on at launch event
Monochrome
ArticleNewsApr 2025Rebecca Doulton
Positive
A largely descriptive launch article that views the 35mm Ingenieur as a smart way to reach smaller wrists. It is lightly positive about the sub-10mm thickness, the faithful Genta design cues and the dimensional grid dial.
Suits: Smaller wrists and buyers in the unisex segment
Not a review of the watch in hand (news, a guide or a reaction), so it isn't counted.
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