IWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer AutomaticvsTimefactors Caribbean

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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

Timefactors Caribbean at true scale

Caribbean

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.7mm

Thickness

14.1mm

lowest

15.1mm

Water Resistance

300m

1000m

highest

Power Reserve

120h

n/a

MSRP

$6,700

$517

lowest

Movement

32111

Miyota 9015

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
14.1mm
15.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
1000m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
32111
Miyota 9015
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
$517
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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.

Timefactors Caribbean

Owners widely report that the Timefactors Caribbean offers exceptional quality for its price point, though acquiring one is challenging due to rapid sell-outs. Some owners view the designs as derivative, comparing them unfavorably to other brands, while others appreciate the modern interpretations of vintage aesthetics. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Caribbean highly for its value and build quality, despite the difficulty in purchasing one.