IWC Schaffhausen Aquatimer AutomaticvsZenith Defy Extreme 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 Aquatimer Automatic at true scale

Aquatimer Automatic

Zenith Defy Extreme Diver at true scale

Defy Extreme Diver

Diameter

42mm

42.5mm

Thickness

14.1mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

600m

highest

Power Reserve

120h

highest

60h

MSRP

$6,700

lowest

$12,300

Movement

32111

n/a

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
14.1mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Steel
Brushed titanium
Water Resistance
300m
600m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
32111
n/a
Type
Automatic
n/a
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
36,000 vph
Power Reserve
120h
60h
Jewels
21
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,700
$12,300
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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.

Zenith Defy Extreme Diver

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zenith Defy Extreme Diver for its comfortable wearability, with the 42.5mm titanium case and flared bracelet contributing to a light feel despite its size. The silver dial is noted for its clean aesthetic and legibility, enhanced by oversized markers and an orange chapter ring, while the dive bezel action is described as satisfyingly clicky and precise. Some sources mention the dial's enlarged star pattern as an acquired taste, and one reviewer flagged potential practical concerns for diving use due to the thickness and bezel size. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zenith Defy Extreme Diver highly for its comfortable wearability and technical execution at its price point.