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IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic's elegant, simple design and thin 9.4mm case, making it a versatile dress watch suitable for everyday wear. Its classical look, rounded bezel, and sunburst dial are frequently highlighted as attractive features. Some owners find the 37mm case size comfortable and appreciate its slim profile, contrary to perceptions of IWC watches being bulky. Accuracy reports vary, with one owner noting excellent timekeeping and another observing a loss of almost 10 seconds per day. The value proposition is debated, with some questioning the use of an external movement at its price point. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic for its classic dress watch aesthetic and wearability, though some debate its value.

IWC Schaffhausen Iw659602 Portofino Automatic Moon Phase

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Portofino for its simple elegance and classic, detail-oriented design, with many appreciating its 37.1mm case size as ideal for smaller wrists or for those accustomed to larger timepieces. Some owners describe it as a "lifetime watch" that is "truly stunning IRL" and a classy option that "flies under the radar." One owner noted their Portofino Automatic stopped working after being dropped and required a two-month repair from IWC. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Portofino highly for its elegant aesthetic and comfortable wearability.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Iw658601 Portofino Automatic37mm
Iw659602 Portofino Automatic Moon Phase37.1mm
Power Reserve
Iw658601 Portofino Automatic120h
Iw659602 Portofino Automatic Moon Phase120h
Water Resistance
Iw658601 Portofino Automatic50m
Iw659602 Portofino Automatic Moon Phase50m
MSRP
Iw658601 Portofino Automatic$16,300
Iw659602 Portofino Automatic Moon Phase$9,600

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Moonphase
Diameter
37mm
37.1mm
Thickness
9.4mm
11.3mm
Material
18 Ct 5N Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
18 ct 5N gold

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
32111
32800
Complications
None
Moonphase

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$16,300
$9,600
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