Bohen StarDivervsIWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bohen StarDiver at true scale

StarDiver

IWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer Automatic at true scale

Aquatimer Automatic

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

14.8mm

14.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

1000m

highest

300m

Power Reserve

42h

120h

highest

MSRP

$2,959

lowest

$6,700

Movement

Automatic

32111

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14.8mm
14.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Lug Width
24mm
22mm
Finish
n/a
Steel
Water Resistance
1000m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
n/a
32111
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
120h
Jewels
0
21
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,959
$6,700
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bohen StarDiver

Owners widely praise the BOHEN StarDiver for its superior finishing and attention to detail, with one owner comparing it favorably to luxury dive watches. Reviewers note its superb fit and finish for the price, highlighting a satisfying 60-click ceramic bezel and a comfortable 13.8mm case height. However, the watch's divisive, angular case and unique design elements, such as a left-side crown, triple-date window, and short hands, may not appeal to all tastes. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the BOHEN StarDiver highly for its exceptional finishing and unique design at its price point.

IWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer Automatic

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic as a beautiful, solid, and hard-wearing watch with great lume and a unique, functional bezel. Some owners find the 42mm case chunky and note that non-removable bars limit strap options, while one reviewer suggests the utilitarian and angular look, combined with a non-tapering bracelet and substantial weight, indicates a need for refinement. The movement is an automatic 32111 caliber with a 120-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic well for its robust build and functional bezel system.

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