The IWC Schaffhausen Iw658601 Portofino Automatic (ref. IW458606) is an automatic dress watch, with a 37mm 18 ct 5n gold case, 9.4mm thick, powered by the 32111 movement and a 120-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 50m, under a sapphire crystal. Manufacturer MSRP is $16,300. The dial color is silver.
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.
