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IWC Schaffhausen Iw328901 Ingenieur AutomaticvsTAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

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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.

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph for its beautiful vintage styling, perfect proportions, and wearable 39mm case size, with many calling it a sexy and stylish release. The mesmerizing blue sunburst dial and domed crystal are frequently highlighted as strengths, alongside the tactile chronograph experience and the TH20 automatic movement. However, some owners find the 39mm size too small, and opinions are split on the 12 o'clock date window, with some finding it odd or noting it can obscure the date. Finishing is considered less refined than competitors by one reviewer, who noted sharp case edges, while another owner reported accuracy of +1 second per day. The bracelet lacks quick-release or micro-adjustment mechanisms. Overall, owners rate the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph highly for its beautiful design and wearable vintage aesthetic.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic40mm
Carrera Chronograph39mm
Power Reserve
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic120h
Carrera Chronograph80h
Water Resistance
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic100m
Carrera Chronograph100m
MSRP
Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic$55,600
Carrera Chronograph$24,250

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Integrated
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.7mm
13.9mm
Lug Width
20.7mm
Material
18 Ct 5N Gold
18kt Yellow Gold
Finish
Steel
Steel Fine-Brushed/Polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
32111
TH20-00
Power Reserve
120h
80h
Jewels
21
0
Complications
None
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$55,600
$24,250
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