IWC Schaffhausen Iw3565 Portofino AutomaticvsIWC Schaffhausen Portofino Automatic Moon Phase


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Measurements
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Iw3565 Portofino Automatic

Portofino Automatic Moon Phase
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
9.2mm
lowest
11.1mm
Water Resistance
30m
30m
Power Reserve
50h
50h
MSRP
$15,500
$7,700
lowest
Movement
35111
35800
Case
4 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 describe the IWC Schaffhausen Iw459403 Portofino Automatic Moon Phase as a stunning and elegant "lifetime watch," with its moon phase complication frequently highlighted as beautiful and enjoyable to set. The 40mm case is noted to wear well, even on smaller wrists, and the watch is praised for its clean looks and understated class. One owner reports excellent timekeeping, aligning with IWC's commitment to chronometer standards, though a different Portofino variant was noted to lose nearly 10 seconds per day. Some owners advise against paying full retail, suggesting used deals are preferable. Overall, owners rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw459403 Portofino Automatic Moon Phase highly for its elegant design and the appealing moon phase complication.
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