IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer AutomaticvsResco DLC White
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Measurements
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Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic
DLC White
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51.4mm
Thickness
14.1mm
13.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
120h
n/a
MSRP
$6,700
$2,155
lowest
Movement
32111
Sellita SW200-1
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
Owners report satisfaction with the DLC coating, with one stating it is considered indestructible and the gold standard. Another owner chose the Resco DLC White specifically for this coating, expecting it to resist scratches better than previous coatings. One owner noted rust on the case by the time and date adjusting screw of a different Resco model, which the company stated was normal. Overall, owners value the durability and scratch resistance of the DLC coating on the Resco DLC White.
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