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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad AutovsIWC Schaffhausen Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night

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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto as a versatile everyday watch, noting its stellar appearance on bracelet or strap and the desirable H-10 movement providing an 80-hour power reserve. The 40mm case, measuring 11.35mm thick with slightly turned-down lugs, contributes to a thinner perceived profile. It is offered for $430 shipped and includes a travel pouch.

IWC Schaffhausen Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Portofino for its classy, understated aesthetic and elegant design, with some finding it a "lifetime watch" and a spark of joy. The clean dial and classic dress watch appeal are frequently highlighted, and one owner noted the movement as reliable and accurate. However, opinions on size vary across the line, with some finding larger variants too big and wishing for smaller options, while others with smaller wrists found a 40mm size perfect. One owner of a different Portofino variant reported it losing nearly 10 seconds a day. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the IWC Schaffhausen Portofino for its elegant dress watch appeal and refined aesthetic.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night34mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night50h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night50m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295
Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night$19,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
32mm
34mm
Thickness
11.3mm
8.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
18 Ct 5N Gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
Steel
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Beige
Silver
Indices
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2681
35180
Power Reserve
43h
50h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$19,200
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