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IWC Schaffhausen Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day NightvsLorier Zephyr

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Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549
What people say

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IWC Schaffhausen Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Portofino for its classy, understated aesthetic and elegant design, with some finding it a "lifetime watch" and a spark of joy. The clean dial and classic dress watch appeal are frequently highlighted, and one owner noted the movement as reliable and accurate. However, opinions on size vary across the line, with some finding larger variants too big and wishing for smaller options, while others with smaller wrists found a 40mm size perfect. One owner of a different Portofino variant reported it losing nearly 10 seconds a day. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the IWC Schaffhausen Portofino for its elegant dress watch appeal and refined aesthetic.

Lorier Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its stunning guilloche-style dial, refined and perfectly sized unique case shape, and comfortable wearability. The Miyota 9 series movement is noted by owners as being a little noisy, with a rotor whirring audible on quick hand movements. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its distinctive dial and case design at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night34mm
Zephyr36mm
Power Reserve
Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night50h
Zephyr40h
Water Resistance
Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night50m
Zephyr
MSRP
Iw459801 Portofino Automatic Day Night$19,200
Zephyr$549

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
34mm
36mm
Thickness
8.9mm
Lug Width
16mm
18mm
Material
18 Ct 5N Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
35180
Power Reserve
50h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$19,200
$549
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