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IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino AutomaticvsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

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Iw658601 Portofino Automatic
IWC SchaffhausenIw658601 Portofino Automatic
MSRP $16,300
Union Terminal Mechanical
Cincinnati Watch CompanyUnion Terminal Mechanical
MSRP $650
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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical for its striking design and historical significance, particularly for Cincinnati natives. One owner highlights its suitability as a dress watch, finding it wears well on a leather strap. The watch is noted for its colors and design inspired by the Union Terminal clock, with a portion of sales supporting the landmark. At just over $350, it is considered a good value despite not featuring a high-end movement, strap, or crystal. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical highly for its unique design and local historical connection at an accessible price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Iw658601 Portofino Automatic37mm
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
Power Reserve
Iw658601 Portofino Automatic120h
Union Terminal Mechanical
Water Resistance
Iw658601 Portofino Automatic50m
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
MSRP
Iw658601 Portofino Automatic$16,300
Union Terminal Mechanical$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
9.4mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
18mm
0mm
Material
18 Ct 5N Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Dial Color
Silver
Multiple
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
32111
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
120h
0h
Jewels
21
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$16,300
$650
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