IWC Schaffhausen Iw3565 Portofino AutomaticvsIWC Schaffhausen Portofino Pointer Date Laureus
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Measurements
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Iw3565 Portofino Automatic
Portofino Pointer Date Laureus
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
9.2mm
lowest
10.7mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
50h
50h
MSRP
$15,500
$6,100
lowest
Movement
35111
35160
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw3565 Portofino Automatic for its clean, classic dress watch aesthetic and 40mm size, which is considered perfect for smaller wrists. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its dial color in sunlight, refined dial details, and overall sophisticated appearance. One owner notes it keeps excellent time, with IWC reportedly maintaining chronometer standards. However, some find its use of an external movement and its price point less valuable compared to watches with in-house movements, with one owner suggesting avoiding full retail price. One owner reported their watch stopped working immediately after being dropped. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw3565 Portofino Automatic highly for its classic dress watch design and wearability.
Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw359202 Portofino Pointer Date Laureus for its beauty and classy aesthetic, with one owner considering it the ultimate dress watch. The 39mm case is found to be versatile, suitable for casual wear and contrasting favorably with more formal alternatives. On balance, owners rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw359202 Portofino Pointer Date Laureus highly for its elegant design and wearability.
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