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CWC 6BB-WRvsIWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph

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CWC 6BB-WR

The CWC 6BB-WR is widely praised for its legible matte black dial, strong lume, and crisp chronograph operation. Owners and reviewers note its military heritage and rugged, confidence-inspiring build with a screw-down crown and pushers. The Sellita SW510 BH b automatic movement kept time within COSC range in testing. However, its 14.9mm thickness and 80g weight make it wear large, and the cam-lever movement lacks the satisfying click of a column wheel. Fixed bars limit strap options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 6BB-WR highly for its legible dial and robust pilot chronograph design at its price point.

IWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph for its handsome, legible design, with particular appreciation for the "Blue Panda" variant's contrasting blue subdials on a white lacquer dial. Reviewers and owners alike note the comfortable wearability, with the 41mm case size and included rubber strap highlighted as versatile for various occasions. The automatic IWC manufacture calibre 69355 movement is recognized for its crisp, smooth column-wheel chronograph actuation. One owner reported the watch arriving DOA and experiencing issues during attempted repairs, while reviewers consider the 30m water resistance a minor drawback. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph highly for its versatile aesthetic and the pleasing feel of its chronograph function.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph41mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR
Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph46h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph30m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph$23,500

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14.9mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
18 Ct 5N Gold
Finish
Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Silver

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
69355
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
46h
Jewels
0
27
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$23,500
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