IWC Schaffhausen Iw3565 Portofino AutomaticvsLaurent Ferrier Classic Micro-Rotor – Blue

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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 Iw3565 Portofino Automatic at true scale

Iw3565 Portofino Automatic

Laurent Ferrier Classic Micro-Rotor – Blue at true scale

Classic Micro-Rotor – Blue

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

9.2mm

lowest

11.1mm

Water Resistance

30m

30m

Power Reserve

50h

72h

highest

MSRP

$5,200

lowest

$94,756

Movement

35111

FBN229.01

Case

5 specs
Thickness
9.2mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Finish
Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
35111
FBN229.01
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
50h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,200
$94,756
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Reviews

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IWC Schaffhausen Iw3565 Portofino Automatic

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw3565 Portofino Automatic for its clean, classic dress watch aesthetics and a 40mm dial size that suits smaller wrists. The watch is noted for its simple elegance and appealing color, with one owner reporting excellent timekeeping. However, some owners question its value, citing the use of an external movement and a price tag they find high for the caliber, leading to concerns about resale value compared to watches with in-house movements. One owner reported a significant repair time after dropping their watch. Overall, owners rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw3565 Portofino Automatic highly for its sophisticated design and wearability on various wrists, though value perception varies due to its movement and price point.

Laurent Ferrier Classic Micro-Rotor – Blue

Owners widely praise the exceptional finishing of the Laurent Ferrier Classic Micro-Rotor – Blue, its sharp clarity against the deep blue dial, and its comfortable 40mm wearability, with one owner noting it is extremely lightweight. The watch's understated design appeals to those in the know, often leading to compliments on its aesthetic. Laurent Ferrier's after-sales support is consistently highlighted for its efficiency, with service times reported as around a month. The movement finishing is exceptional, featuring a solid gold micro-rotor. The price is noted as substantial, and the watch holds its value significantly better than other brands. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Laurent Ferrier Classic Micro-Rotor – Blue highly for its exceptional finishing and understated appeal.

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