Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 AutomaticvsIWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer Automatic


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Measurements
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Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic

Aquatimer Automatic
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Thickness
14.3mm
14.1mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
70h
120h
highest
MSRP
$5,800
lowest
$6,700
Movement
Breitling B20
32111
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners and reviewers praise the Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic for its blend of style, comfort, legibility, and utility, with the 42mm size fitting well for many, though some find it large on smaller wrists. The blue sunburst dial is a popular choice, and the polished steel case and ceramic bezel are considered attractive and well-executed. Some owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal of the dial printing, date wheel, and hand alignment, with one owner reporting timegrapher numbers of +2s/d. However, the lume is noted as less prominent than on other sports watches. A few owners report minor cosmetic issues such as slight misalignment of the 12 o'clock marker, date window, bezel, or 6 o'clock index, and a noticeable gap between the bracelet and case. The bezel rotation is described by one owner as "crunchy" for the price point. The rubber strap's fixed angle is also a point of disappointment for some.
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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