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IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer AutomaticvsSpinnaker Hull Diver

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Hull Diver
SpinnakerHull Diver
MSRP $375
What people say

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IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic as a beautiful, solid, and hard-wearing watch with great lume and a functional bezel. Some owners find it chunky and note that the non-removable bars limit strap options, while one reviewer suggests its utilitarian and angular look, combined with a non-tapering bracelet and substantial weight, indicates a need for evolutionary refinement. The 42mm case feels robust and over-engineered, featuring a unique SafeDive bezel system. The IWC 32111 automatic movement offers a 120-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic well for its robust build and unique bezel system, despite some finding it chunky.

Spinnaker Hull Diver

The Spinnaker Hull Diver is widely praised for its excellent build quality, featuring a milled clasp, solid links, and a strong anti-reflective coating on its sapphire crystal. Owners highlight its value, with one calling it one of their best affordable watches at $170, and appreciate the dual-part case construction that contributes to a reduced thickness. The blue dial is noted for its attractive play of light, and the screw-down crown is easy to operate. However, the lume is considered average, and some desire a higher beat movement. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Diver highly for its robust construction and strong value proposition at its price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic42mm
Hull Diver42mm
Power Reserve
Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic120h
Hull Diver40h
Water Resistance
Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic300m
Hull Diver300m
MSRP
Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic$6,700
Hull Diver$375

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
14.1mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Green
Indices
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
32111
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
120h
40h
Jewels
21
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,700
$375
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