For those keeping track, you know that the Ingenieur Automatic 40 was first introduced in 2023 as a faithful revival of the 1970s-era Ingenieur SL Reference 1832, originally penned by the man, the myth, the legend — Gérald Genta. The initial run leaned into the watch’s industrial roots with steel and titanium builds, but now, IWC is turning up the heat. We had a chance to go hands-on with the UK perfect replica IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40 watches in 18k gold, unveiled at Watches & Wonders 2025, to bask in its golden glory. It takes the same proportions and engineering of the white metal models and elevates it with solid 18k 5N gold throughout — case, bezel, crown, and bracelet — for a weighty, warm, and unapologetically luxurious take on the integrated sports watch formula.
The case of the rose gold best copy IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40 wathces retain the same overall silhouette and 40mm diameter as its steel counterpart but comes in just a touch slimmer at 10.4mm thick (versus 10.8mm). The proportions are well-balanced, and the watch wears comfortably. As you can see from the photos, it looks especially sharp on David’s wrist. The case construction may be mostly monochromatic, but the varying textures — brushed tops, polished edges, and those five functional polygonal screws in a contrasting metal punctuating the bezel — keep things visually interesting. Take this goldie goodness to the pool at your own risk, but should you decide to do so, it is water-resistant to 100 meters.
The dial follows the familiar format seen across the Ingenieur Automatic 40 lineup, but here, it’s rendered in black for a bold contrast against the glistening gold case and bracelet. The high quality fake watches feature the signature grid pattern, which adds just the right amount of texture and dimension to an otherwise minimal layout. The gold-plated hands point to solid-gold hand-applied hour markers, all filled with Super-Luminova for optimal legibility in dimmer situations. There’s also a color-matched date window at 3 o’clock, framed in coordinating rose gold. In short, it’s a crisp, high-contrast dial that complements the case beautifully.
Like the case, the bracelet of the UK cheap super clone IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40 watches in gold is crafted entirely from solid 18k 5N gold. While the construction follows the same integrated design as the steel and titanium models, the warm hue and weight of gold give it an entirely different wrist presence. What stands out here is the finish — nearly the entire bracelet is satin-brushed, from H-Links to center links. The only polished detail is the thin edges for just enough variance without breaking the overall matte effect. As always, the bracelet integrates smoothly into the case via the middle links and is secured by a butterfly folding clasp. It looks and feels every bit as premium as you’d expect from a solid-gold bracelet.
A glance through the shop replica IWC watches’ sapphire crystal caseback reveals the IWC-manufactured Caliber 32111. This 4Hz automatic movement features a double pawl winding system and delivers an impressive 120-hour power reserve, finished with circular Geneva stripes, blued screws, and a gold-plated oscillating weight.
All in, this is the Ingenieur Automatic 40 at its most opulent (so far). The specs are similar to its more robustly built counterparts, but the solid 18k 5N gold construction transforms the wearing experience entirely — heavier and with a visual presence that’s impossible to ignore. It’s still a tool-ish sports watch at heart, but now with the polish of a serious luxury flex. The Swiss made replica IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40 watches in 18k gold (ref. IW328702) that’s about four times the price of the steel version — all in the name of precious metal prestige.