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IWC Schaffhausen Iw324906 Ingenieur AutomaticvsRolex Datejust

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Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic
IWC SchaffhausenIw324906 Ingenieur Automatic
MSRP $47,500
Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $39,400
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IWC Schaffhausen Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic

The IWC Schaffhausen Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic is praised for its compact 35.1mm case, 9.4mm thickness, and excellent finishing on the case and bracelet, with owners appreciating its understated presence and beautiful, transforming aqua dial. Reviewers and owners highlight the Gérald Genta-inspired design and its smart compact sizing, with some finding it perfect for smaller wrists and a comfortable daily wear. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting 1 second per day and another noting 12 seconds slow per day, while others mention a 42-hour power reserve. Owners are split on its value, with many finding the IWC Schaffhausen Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic vastly overpriced, while some see it as a bargain compared to other integrated bracelet watches. Overall, owners rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic highly for its compact size and excellent finishing, though opinions on its pricing are divided.

Rolex Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Datejust for its robust elegance, versatility, and timeless design, with many highlighting the comfort of the Jubilee bracelet and the dynamic appeal of various dial colors. Reviewers consider it a cornerstone of the brand, noting its historical significance and aesthetic variety which allows for a personalized feel suitable for any occasion. Some owners find polished surfaces gather scratches quickly, and servicing is eventually costly, while others consider certain configurations too flashy. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Datejust highly for its seamless versatility and robust build, making it a classic choice.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic35.1mm
Datejust31mm
Power Reserve
Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic42h
Datejust55h
Water Resistance
Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic100m
Datejust100m
MSRP
Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic$47,500
Datejust$39,400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Integrated
Dress
Diameter
35.1mm
31mm
Thickness
9.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18 Ct 5N Gold
18 kt yellow gold
Finish
Steel
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dial Color
Black
Light Green
Indices
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
47110
2236
Power Reserve
42h
55h
Jewels
23
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$47,500
$39,400
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