IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Grande ComplicationvsLinde Werdelin Spidospeed Titanium
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Measurements
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Portugieser Grande Complication

Spidospeed Titanium
Diameter
45mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
16.5mm
15mm
lowest
Water Resistance
30m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
44h
48h
highest
MSRP
n/a
$26,667
Movement
79091
Linde Werdelin LW06
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw377601 Portugieser Grande Complication's impressive complications, including a 400-year calendar and a highly accurate moon phase. The watch is frequently described as a grail piece, with many admiring its technical complexity and elegant yet tough appearance. Some owners specifically highlight IWC's raised indices as superior. However, a few find the dial appears plasticky, and some users note the watch looks large on the wrist, with one owner deeming it feminine and disliking the lug design. Setting the perpetual calendar is also noted as complex. Overall, owners rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw377601 Portugieser Grande Complication highly for its remarkable complications and grail-worthy appeal.
The Linde Werdelin Spidospeed Titanium is praised for its lightweight construction and comfortable wear, with reviewers noting its titanium and forged carbon build makes the 44mm case barely noticeable on the wrist. The skeletonized dial is described as dynamic, though some find it slightly busy for time-reading. Reviewers also noted improvements in the usability of the chronograph pushers compared to earlier designs. The watch is priced at 11,760 euros and limited to 100 pieces. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Linde Werdelin Spidospeed Titanium for its innovative material use and comfortable wearability despite its substantial size.
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