IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer AutomaticvsSpinnaker Hull Diver

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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 Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic at true scale

Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic

Spinnaker Hull Diver at true scale

Hull Diver

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47.5mm

Thickness

14.1mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

120h

n/a

MSRP

$6,700

$375

lowest

Movement

32111

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Thickness
14.1mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Green

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
32111
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
120h
0h
Jewels
21
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,700
$375
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Reviews

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

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 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.

Spinnaker Hull Diver

The Spinnaker Hull Diver is widely praised for its excellent build quality, with owners highlighting the milled clasp, solid links, and dual-part case construction that contributes to a reduced thickness. Reviewers and owners alike commend its great finishing, accurate Seiko NH35 movement, and the value it offers at its price point, with one owner calling it one of their best affordable watches. The blue dial is noted for its attractive play of light, and the sapphire crystal features a strong anti-reflective coating. However, the lume is considered average by some, and a few owners expressed a desire for a higher beat movement. The screwdown crown is easy to operate, and micro-adjustment on the bracelet allows for a good fit. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Diver highly for its exceptional build quality and finishing at an affordable price.

From video reviewers

The cushion case design and solid construction are praised. The bracelet is noted as solid stainless steel.

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