IWC Schaffhausen Portofino AutomaticvsNorthern Star Watch Sentinel
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Measurements
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Portofino Automatic
Sentinel
Diameter
34mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
43.7mm
Thickness
8.6mm
lowest
10.1mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
50h
highest
42h
MSRP
$6,500
$649
lowest
Movement
35100
Miyota 90S5
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw357415 Portofino Automatic for its clean, classic dress watch aesthetic and elegant, minimalist design, with many appreciating its slim profile. One owner notes it keeps excellent time, while another highlights the appealing blue dial color. However, some question its value proposition, particularly concerning the movement and price point relative to competitors. One owner found the watch had a larger presence on the wrist than expected. Overall, owners rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw357415 Portofino Automatic highly for its understated elegance and classic design.
Owners widely praise the Northern Star Watch Sentinel for its striking and unique appearance, noting its slim 10.10mm case and triple-tier dial with Roman numerals and mother-of-pearl. The triple-tiered dial also features a sunburst finish, contributing to its aesthetic appeal and comfort. Overall, owners rate the Northern Star Watch Sentinel highly for its elegant design and comfortable wearability.
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