IWC Schaffhausen Portofino AutomaticvsOmega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer


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Measurements
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Portofino Automatic

Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer
Diameter
37mm
29mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
31.2mm
Thickness
9.4mm
lowest
12mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
120h
highest
50h
MSRP
$16,300
lowest
$23,100
Movement
32111
Omega 8700
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic for its elegant, simple dress watch design and versatility, with reviewers highlighting its thin 9.4mm case and classical aesthetic. One owner finds the 37mm case size offers a happy first luxury watch experience, while another notes the 18k gold version is slim and classic. The movement is the automatic 32111 with a 72-hour power reserve. Owners are split on accuracy, with one reporting excellent timekeeping and another seeing a loss of almost 10 seconds per day. Some enthusiasts question the value proposition, citing the use of an external movement and a price point considered high for a standard SW-300. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic for its refined styling and wearability, despite some reservations about its price and movement.
Owners widely praise the Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer for its clean, elegant design and refined finishing, with some considering it the most underrated model in Omega's lineup. One owner expresses immense pride in the watch, viewing it as a significant heirloom. However, owners note that Omega's refusal to supply parts for Co-Axial movements can lead to higher servicing costs at official centers, and aftermarket straps may not fit due to the Constellation's notched design. On balance, owners and reviewers regard the Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer highly for its handsome, well-built precision and elegant aesthetic.
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