IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser AutomaticvsBaltic MR Classic

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 Baltic MR Classic's attractive dial with applied Breguet numerals and granular texture, noting it looks more expensive than its price. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the micro-rotor movement's visual appeal, with one reviewer observing accuracy around +1 second per day and another owner reporting +10 seconds per day. Some owners express concerns about the gold PVD finish's durability, while others find the steel version holds up well. The 36mm case is described as refined and dressy, though one owner found the overall height on the wrist to be chunky. The Hangzhou 5000A movement, while visually appealing, is noted by some as potentially noisy and difficult to repair locally. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic MR Classic highly for its visually stunning dial and refined aesthetic at its price point, despite some reservations about the movement's long-term durability and finish.