Breitling Navitimer B01 ChronographvsIWC Schaffhausen Iw344602 Portofino Perpetual Calendar

Owners widely question the value retention of the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph, with one owner purchasing it for $6,546 and considering a return or sale. While the Breitling B01 movement is acknowledged as reliable and amazing, its complexity leads to more expensive servicing, and resale value is unpredictable. Some owners find the price prohibitive compared to other Navitimer models, though it is considered a dream watch. One owner notes the watch is precise with hardly any deviation and achieves its rated ~70-hour power reserve, while another describes its gorgeous mint dial and bracelet as a "stunner" but not robust enough for everyday work wear. On balance, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph highly for its amazing in-house movement and stunning dial, despite concerns about its high price and resale value.

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw344602 Portofino Perpetual Calendar for its elegant design and the technical achievement of its perpetual calendar complication, with many appreciating its 40mm size and clean dial. One owner notes the watch is beautiful and smart, while another highlights its legibility and tasteful hands. The movement, Calibre 82650, offers a 60-hour power reserve. However, some find the dial busy and the year display off-center, and one owner reports malfunctions with the crown adjustment for setting the date backward. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw344602 Portofino Perpetual Calendar highly for its elegant design and the technical sophistication of its perpetual calendar complication.