IWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer AutomaticvsLimes Endurance GMT

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

IWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer Automatic at true scale

Aquatimer Automatic

Limes Endurance GMT at true scale

Endurance GMT

Diameter

42mm

41.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

14.1mm

12.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

120h

n/a

MSRP

$6,700

n/a

Movement

32111

ETA 2893-2

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
41.5mm
Thickness
14.1mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
32111
ETA 2893-2
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
120h
n/a
Jewels
21
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,700
n/a
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

IWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer Automatic

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.

Limes Endurance GMT

Owners widely praise the Limes Endurance GMT for its robust, legible tool watch design, featuring a beautifully crafted 41.5mm case with angular lines and strong transitions. The ETA 2893-2 movement is considered a solid, time-tested choice for its price point, and legibility is excellent with bold lume-filled markers and a well-positioned date window. Some owners note the stamped clasp on the five-link bracelet as a minor shortfall. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Limes Endurance GMT highly for its affordable, well-executed tool watch design and reliable movement.