IWC Schaffhausen Portofino AutomaticvsTissot Desir

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Measurements
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Portofino Automatic

Desir
Diameter
37mm
28mm
Thickness
9.4mm
lowest
10.1mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
120h
highest
48h
MSRP
$16,300
$1,025
lowest
Movement
32111
Automatic
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 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 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 Tissot Desir for its attractive aesthetics, including its proportions, color balance, clean font, and glossy or mother-of-pearl dials, finding it suitable for dress and everyday styling. The watch is considered to offer excellent value, with its quality and feel often compared favorably to higher-end brands, though some note it uses standard materials with less refined finishing. The gold plating is expected to wear off over time, but should last for years. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Desir highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived value at the price point.
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