IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino AutomaticvsTissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic at true scale

Iw658601 Portofino Automatic

Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary at true scale

Le Locle 20th Anniversary

Diameter

37mm

29mm

Thickness

9.4mm

8.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

120h

highest

48h

MSRP

$12,100

$975

lowest

Movement

32111

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
37mm
29mm
Thickness
9.4mm
8.95mm
Lug Width
18mm
14mm
Finish
Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Indices
n/a
Roman and diamonds

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
32111
n/a
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
120h
48h
Jewels
21
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,100
$975
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Reviews

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IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic for its classic dress watch aesthetic and gender-neutral 37mm sizing, with reviewers highlighting its slim 9.4mm case and 43mm lug-to-lug. The automatic IWC 32111 movement is noted for its reliability and 72-hour power reserve. Some owners find the watch a versatile everyday or business-casual option, particularly after changing the strap for increased wearability. However, some community members question the watch's value proposition, citing its price and the use of an external movement. One owner reported a loss of nearly 10 seconds per day, while another found the watch had a larger presence than anticipated. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic for its elegant design and wearability, despite some reservations about its price and value.

Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary

Owners widely praise the Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary for its classic Swiss design, featuring a textured guilloché dial, crisp Roman numerals, and elegant "Le Locle" script. Reviewers and owners highlight the Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve and Nivachron antimagnetic hairspring, as well as the watch's elegant case finishing and traditional dial. The watch is noted for its refined, timeless personality, fitting the owner's style and being suitable for daily use. Some owners chose it over other models for its classic design and timeless elegance. The 30m water resistance is a noted specification. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary highly for its classic design and the value offered by its Powermatic 80 movement.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with an 80-hour power reserve is a key strength. The 3 bar water resistance is a significant limitation for everyday wear.

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