I just completed an article on the Laureus Da Vinci Chronograph Special Edition “Laureus Sport for Good Foundation” for Deployant.

While writing, I tried to find an overview of all Laureus watches issued since 2006 when the first IWC for Laureus watch was introduced. That turned out to be a challenge. So I thought to post a chronological overview. When I am still around next year, I will update this list with the latest model. Hopefully with my own photos. ;-)

Before doing so, some background on IWC’s involvement with Laureus. Laureus aims to achieve social change and development via sports-related projects. Laureus comprises the Laureus World Sports Academy, the Laureus World Sports Award and the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation. The Foundation was established in 1999 by Daimler and Richemont and funds and supports children’s community sports projects. Personally I believe that Laureus’ focus is spot on. After all, a better future starts by giving opportunities to children to play and develop their knowledge and skills. Sports is a great vehicle. As Nelson Mandela said “Sport has the power to change the world”.

IWC supports the Laureus programs on a global level with the annual launch of a limited-edition watch since 2006. Each IWC Special Edition “Laureus Sport for Good Foundation” aims to be a symbol of hope for children and young people who are socially disadvantaged because they have mental or physical handicaps or live in difficult family cir circumstances. Part of the proceeds from the sale of these timepieces go directly to the Laureus Foundation and contributes to the funding of its projects. IWC also organizes fundraising events and charity dinners to support the organization. IWC collectors also help raising funds. Most of us still remember Andrew Thomas’ involvement.

Each Laureus Limited Edition can be recognised by its blue dial - the color of Laureus and hope - and an engraved back, usually derived from a child’s drawing, selected from entries to a competition.

Since 2006, IWC has launched special and limited editions of the following models (my apologies for the long list; I did not know how to include a table with adjacent photos):

2006: Portuguese Chrono-Automatic

Reference: IW371432
Movement: 79350 (modified Valoux 7750)

of pieces: 2000

Theme: Time for inspiration
Winner drawing competition: Stanley Njengere (15) from Kenia

2007: Pilot Spitfire Chrono-Automatic

Reference: IW371712
Movement: 79320 (modifed Valjoux 7750)

of pieces: 2500

Theme: Time for joy
Winner drawing competition: Jimena Mainé (8) from Canelones, Urugay

2008: Da Vinci Chronograph

Reference: IW376404
Movement: 89360

of pieces: 1000

Theme: Time for Good
Winner drawing competition: Heena Javed Shaikh (15) from Mumbai, India

2009/10: Portuguese Automatic 7-days

Reference: IW500112
Movement: 51011

of pieces: 1000

Theme: Team Spirit
Winner drawing competition: K.D. Sriyan Chamod Dilshan (12) from Sri Lanka

2011: Ingenieur Automatic

Reference: IW323310
Movement: 80111

of pieces: 1000

Theme: Time for unity
Winner drawing competition: Sohel Abrar Khan (8) from Mumbai, India

2012: Portofino Chronograph

Reference: IW391019
Movement: 79320

of pieces: 2500

Theme: Time to inspire
Winner drawing competition: Kumara Wadu Parami Apsara (7) from Sri Lanka

the winner:

2013: Portuguese Yacht Club Chronograph

Reference: IW390213
Movement: 89361

of pieces: 1000

Theme: Time to move
Winner drawing competition: Hakkini Hasanga Sanumal De Silva (12) from Sri Lanka

2014: Portuguese Chronograph Classic

Reference: IW390406
Movement: 89361

of pieces: 1000

Theme: Time to play
Winner drawing competition: Masha Nikulina, Russia

2015: Ingenieur Automatic

Reference: IW323909
Movement: 30110

of pieces: 1500

Theme: Time to celebrate
Winner drawing competition: Nakayenga Zahara (15) from Kenia

2016: Portofino Automatic Moon Phase 37

Reference: IW459006
Movement: 35800

of pieces: 1500

Theme: Time for sport
Winner drawing competition: Eleni Partakki (13) from Nakulabye, Uganda

2017: Da Vinci Chronograph

Reference: IW393402
Movement: 89361

of pieces: 1500

Theme: Time well spent
Winner drawing competition: Hou Ye (12) from Shanghai, China

The article about Da Vinci Laureus Edition can be found here:
IWC Da Vinci Laureus Edition 2017

More info about IWC and Laureus can be found here:

IWC and Laureus

Credits: Photos supplied by IWC

PS: Tonny, if you think this post belongs elsewhere, feel free to move

Thank you very much for this complete “ Laureus” overview.
The fantastic bleu dial gives the Laureus a very special look.
I’am curious what will be the next year edition of the Laureus. Maybe the Aquatimer? We will see!

Great post! Very nice to see all those beautiful watches together, for such a good cause. Remarkable that all the watch families are represented, except the Aquatimer.

Kind regards,
Paul

What a great article on the Laureus Special editions. What a shame the pictures are gone now.

Thanks for posting