IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser AutomaticvsIWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Automatic

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw501705 Portugieser Automatic for its timeless design, stunning dials with depth and brilliance from multiple lacquer layers, and pure class. Reviewers note the 42.4mm case size and the in-house caliber 52011 movement, which offers a 7-day power reserve and features a power reserve indicator. Some owners find the watch's aesthetic superior to other complications, appreciating its fit on the wrist, while others wish for a smaller case size. One owner reports the watch stopping after 13-14 hours off the wrist, contrary to the claimed power reserve. Owners also note significant depreciation, with the watches often selling for approximately half their retail price within a few years. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw501705 Portugieser Automatic highly for its classic aesthetics and impressive movement finishing.

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw501705 Portugieser Automatic for its timeless beauty, stunning design, and pure class, with reviewers highlighting the dial's depth and brilliance achieved through 15 layers of lacquer. The 42.4mm case, while noted as being on the larger side by some, is described as fitting well and not feeling out of place, though a few owners express a desire for smaller 36-38mm sizing options. The watch features a 7-day power reserve from the caliber 52011 movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw501705 Portugieser Automatic highly for its compelling aesthetics and impressive power reserve at its price point.