Side by side

IWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser ChronographvsMaen Skymaster 38 MKIII

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

IWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph for its handsome, legible design, with particular appreciation for the "Blue Panda" variant's contrasting blue subdials on a white lacquer dial. Reviewers and owners alike note the comfortable wearability, with the 41mm case size and included rubber strap highlighted as versatile for various occasions. The automatic IWC manufacture calibre 69355 movement is recognized for its crisp, smooth column-wheel chronograph actuation. One owner reported the watch arriving DOA and experiencing issues during attempted repairs, while reviewers consider the 30m water resistance a minor drawback. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph highly for its versatile aesthetic and the pleasing feel of its chronograph function.

Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII

The Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is praised for its refined case, impressive fit and finish, and compact 38mm size, which offers a premium feel with a sharp, legible dial and well-executed applied markers. Reviewers note the sweet winding action and the vintage-inspired brown sunburst dial with dauphine hands and lollipop register pointers. The watch is powered by a manual-wind Sellita SW510Mb movement with a 63-hour power reserve. Accuracy figures vary, with one reviewer reporting +7 seconds per day and another stating a tolerance of +/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII for its refined vintage-inspired design and compact dimensions at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a key strength for the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII. Reviewers noted the excellent quality-price ratio for a Swiss-made chronograph.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph41mm
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
Power Reserve
Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph46h
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
Water Resistance
Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph30m
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
MSRP
Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph$23,500
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
13.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18 Ct 5N Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
M6.1.1
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
69355
Sellita SW510mb
Power Reserve
46h
40h
Jewels
27
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$23,500
$1,679
Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Follow this matchup

Get a note when IWC Schaffhausen Iw3716 Portugieser Chronograph vs Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.