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Big hand on the Portuguese Auomatic

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Xela1 Graduate Jan. 17, 2013
28 Discussions and Comments Member since Dec. 10, 2012

I am a new IWC owner, and have the Portuguese Auto. Beautiful. I have noticed that the very elegant hour hand looks like it bends towards the end. Is this simply the curvature of the face, or do I need it checked out?
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Bill B. Master Jan. 17, 2013
5,078 Discussions and Comments Member since Aug. 9, 2006

If I recall, it's normal. I dont have my 5001 nearby to check. It gives a better perspective to track it's position in relation to the hours and minutes markers. But, as always, I can be corrected by the experts.

Bill

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Xela1 Graduate Jan. 17, 2013
28 Discussions and Comments Member since Dec. 10, 2012

Thank you. I should have clarified...the bend is vertical, ie down towards the face rather than a bend to the left or right. I think it is the curvature of the glass, but would love clarification. Great site by the way.
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Bill B. Master Jan. 17, 2013
5,078 Discussions and Comments Member since Aug. 9, 2006

Correct. It should bend toward the face, not side to side.

Bill

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Xela1 Graduate Jan. 17, 2013
28 Discussions and Comments Member since Dec. 10, 2012

Perfect. I am content. Thanks.
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rchan821 Graduate Jan. 17, 2013
28 Discussions and Comments Member since Aug. 4, 2012

I also believe it's due to the curvature of the glass. My seconds and minutes hand also appear to curve towards the dial
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Big hand on the Portuguese Auomatic