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Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 AutomaticvsIWC Schaffhausen Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic

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Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic
BreitlingSuperocean Heritage B20 Automatic
MSRP $22,650
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic
IWC SchaffhausenIw328901 Ingenieur Automatic
MSRP $55,600
What people say

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Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic for its gorgeous aesthetics, with many singling out the popping blue dial and the overall quality from movement to finish. The 42mm case is considered a favorite for its wearability and fit on many wrists, and its versatility for dressing up or down is frequently highlighted. The clasp on Breitling's rubber straps is a noted favorite. Some owners report a "crunchy" bezel rotation, deeming it disappointing for the price, and a few find the watch too heavy or chunky, wishing for a smaller option, though others appreciate its substantial presence. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic highly for its appealing design and comfortable wearability on a variety of straps.

IWC Schaffhausen Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic

The IWC Schaffhausen Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic is widely praised for its faithful reissue of Gérald Genta's original design, featuring refined proportions, enhanced ergonomics, and excellent case and bracelet finishing with alternating brushed and polished surfaces. Owners and reviewers highlight the comfortable 40mm case size and a shortened lug-to-lug distance of 45.7mm, contributing to a wearable fit. Specific praise is given to the shimmering "grid" dial pattern and the date alignment. Some owners find the watch overpriced, citing the basic caliber and lack of micro-adjustment on the clasp, while others criticize the crown guards and bezel screw arrangement. One owner notes its accuracy rivals METAS-certified watches, and the 120-hour power reserve is also a noted feature. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic highly for its successful revival of a classic design with modern refinements and excellent finishing.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic42mm
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic70h
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic120h
Water Resistance
Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic200m
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic100m
MSRP
Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic$22,650
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic$55,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Integrated
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
14.35mm
10.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18kt Pink Gold
18 Ct 5N Gold
Finish
Stainless steel
Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling B20 (Manufacture)
32111
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70h
120h
Jewels
0
21

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$22,650
$55,600
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