IWC Schaffhausen Iw388111 Pilot's Watch ChronographvsLilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Stellar Blue Leather Light Brown

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

IWC Schaffhausen Iw388111 Pilot's Watch Chronograph at true scale

Iw388111 Pilot's Watch Chronograph

Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Stellar Blue Leather Light Brown at true scale

Chronograph Meteorite Stellar Blue Leather Light Brown

Diameter

41mm

42.5mm

Thickness

14.5mm

10.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

46h

n/a

MSRP

$7,500

$349

lowest

Movement

69385

Seiko VD57

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
42.5mm
Thickness
14.5mm
10.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
Crafted from hypoallergenic 316L stainless steel and scratch-resistant, sapphire-hardened mineral glass. Water-resistant up to 5 ATM.
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Meteorite

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
69385
Seiko VD57
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
46h
0h
Jewels
33
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,500
$349
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Reviews

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IWC Schaffhausen Iw388111 Pilot's Watch Chronograph

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw388111 Pilots Watch Chronograph for its compelling in-person presence and eye-catching teal dial, with some considering it the best pilot watch available and a better value when purchased grey. One owner found its robustness and 100m water resistance superior to alternatives. Reviewers highlight its balanced, legible dial design and the new in-house 69385 automatic movement. Some owners note the seconds subdial appears incorrect due to the movement, and one found the unscrewed crown an unusual design choice. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw388111 Pilots Watch Chronograph highly for its unique teal dial and overall execution at its price point.

Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Stellar Blue Leather Light Brown

Owners widely report mixed experiences with Lilienthal Berlin watches, with some praising the clean Bauhaus aesthetic, crisp hands, and good quality for the price, while others cite issues with durability, customer service responsiveness, and long shipping delays. Several owners mention the brand's value proposition, with one comparing the Meteorite IV to a $1,500 watch, though another criticizes the nearly $400 price for a coated case and quartz movement. Some owners report sharp edges and difficulty with strap pins, and one found the SuperLuminova on the hands to look terrible. On balance, owners are split on Lilienthal Berlin's quality and customer support, with some finding them satisfactory for the price and others experiencing significant issues.

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