IWC Schaffhausen Portofino AutomaticvsLongines Flagship Classic


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Measurements
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Portofino Automatic

Flagship Classic
Diameter
34mm
30mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
36.4mm
Thickness
8.6mm
8.1mm
lowest
Water Resistance
30m
30m
Power Reserve
50h
highest
45h
MSRP
$6,500
$2,450
lowest
Movement
35100
Longines L592.5
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 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 Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC for its sharp, classic design and value under $2000, with many appreciating its dressy and simple aesthetic. Some owners report the "rice grain" bracelet and color are versatile for daily wear and special occasions, while a reviewer notes the dial is eye-catching. One owner finds the 30mm case size satisfactory for a classy mother-of-pearl dial, and another notes the watch offers great construction and finishing for the price. Some owners feel the model lacks personality compared to other options, and a reviewer mentions the hands lack lume. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its classic design and value.
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