Author Topic: Portofino or Portugese (Read 8498 times)

eartoear · « **on:** January 04, 2011, 02:32:18 PM »

I am undecided between a Portofino and Portugese.

I like Porto because it is cheaper, has 3 dials, has date and day and comes with a metal clasp.

I like Portugese because it has a longer history and has a better design.

I also read form another forum that Portugese automatic (7 days) has accuracy problem, is that correct?

This will be my first IWC and my first leather strap watch. So metal scrap is important to me. If I get the Portugese, I will need to purchase the metal scrap as optional.

peanut · « **Reply #1 on:** January 04, 2011, 02:57:48 PM »

It woud help if you are more specific on which models you are referring to: there are a number of variants for each of the range. I would pick the Port because of the history, iconic design and in house movement (Port 7 days).

eartoear · « **Reply #2 on:** January 04, 2011, 03:04:29 PM »

Ops. I meant chronology for both.

TheHobbit · « **Reply #3 on:** January 04, 2011, 03:36:07 PM »

Not sure if there is metal bracelet for the Portuguese or for that matter the Portofino. I do like IWC watches but I am limited to the MK XV, older Big Pilot and the SS Vintage Aquatimer. However between the Portuguese and the Portofino, I would go Portuguese.

G.MAC · « **Reply #4 on:** January 04, 2011, 03:43:17 PM »

+1 for Portuguese

peanut · « **Reply #5 on:** January 04, 2011, 03:46:15 PM »

I assume you meant chronograph. Portofino chronograph is quite a handsome watch. It is almost the same size as Portuguese Chronograph but to me the Port Chrono seems to wear bigger due to its thin bezel.

Two of my favorite IWC range are Big Pilot and Portuguese - then the rest. Port plays such as big part on the success of IWC. To me it is still Port - with leather strap. No bracelet for Port please!

eartoear · « **Reply #6 on:** January 04, 2011, 04:04:18 PM »

Thanks for the comments. I actually meant metal clasps instead of bracelet. Both watches are quite similar in size and style but big in price.

David_cheong · « **Reply #7 on:** January 04, 2011, 08:12:16 PM »

Buy what you can afford...with a smile.

dc

Scott C. · « **Reply #8 on:** January 04, 2011, 09:15:50 PM »

Portugese chrono is accurate... it uses 7750 modify which adjusted to 5 positions if i'm not mistaken... owned the Pilot chrono (which uses the same movement) and the accuracy is amazing.. +1 or +0.0x

if i don't have already the Port 7 days, i will pick this Port Chrono anytime

I like the white dial + gold hands

(but a bit hard to read time)

I will go for Portugese Chrono anytime

eartoear · « **Reply #9 on:** January 05, 2011, 06:13:00 AM »

These are the two devils who have been bugging. Both watches are affordable but which is better value?

jacobng · « **Reply #10 on:** January 05, 2011, 06:43:17 AM »

which has more value to you ?

B. · « **Reply #11 on:** January 05, 2011, 07:01:32 AM »

Portugese Chrono

Samajaya168 · « **Reply #12 on:** January 05, 2011, 08:33:07 AM »

Quote from: Berg on January 05, 2011, 07:01:32 AM

Portugese Chrono

same here

N79KL · « **Reply #13 on:** January 05, 2011, 09:09:59 AM »

without specifics, its hard to say which group of watches are nicer.

if you compare the Vintage Collection Porto and the Port, for me the Porto wins hands down - see for yourself

but if you are talking about the regular Porto and Port, then yes the Port has nicer looking watches and more choices. The latest Port is pretty nice but I cant say too much about the sub-dial which looks like a lobang in the dial to me

dennis.T · « **Reply #14 on:** January 05, 2011, 10:31:57 AM »

Port Chrono for me

however just like DC mentioned buy what you can afford

kiamat · « **Reply #15 on:** January 05, 2011, 11:12:00 AM »

Quote from: eartoear on January 05, 2011, 06:13:00 AM

These are the two devils who have been bugging. Both watches are affordable but which is better value?

for me, 7-day white face blue hands is one of my holy graisl. as for these 2, i'll simply go for the blue hands cos it is so exquisite and elegant. i owned the portofino 378302.

sshark · « **Reply #16 on:** January 05, 2011, 11:16:41 AM »

I would prefer the Portugese blue hand chronograph

peanut · « **Reply #17 on:** January 05, 2011, 11:25:25 AM »

There may be more expensive watches but (IMHO) there are not too many more beautiful than this

But this one does not have chronograph ...

eartoear · « **Reply #18 on:** January 06, 2011, 05:36:04 PM »

I have decided on a Portugese chrono and I think I got a good deal.

B. · « **Reply #19 on:** January 06, 2011, 06:05:55 PM »

sean · « **Reply #20 on:** January 06, 2011, 07:05:53 PM »

can you share with me, how mush did you get for this beauty, i was thinking to get one somewhere middle of this year, so im doing the research now. do you mind to pm me, thanks.

kenixck · « **Reply #21 on:** January 07, 2011, 06:15:59 AM »

good choice!
my take from the photos:
gold one looks more expensive, yet the portugese is easily recognizable and iconic....(arsene wenger owns one!) the blue hands on a sunny day is AMAZING !

dsiewmy · « **Reply #22 on:** January 08, 2011, 03:22:53 PM »

Portuguese a clear choice.

i am a sucker for the blue, it's just so nice it makes me awe everytime i see it. the gold, not so much.

GlennTanChiaChiah · « **Reply #23 on:** February 09, 2011, 08:56:59 PM »

Hands down the Portuguese Chronograph is the winner any given Sunday imho.

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Author Topic: Portofino or Portugese (Read 8498 times)