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madgraf · 7 February 2018, 02:52 AM

Been debating my next watch purchase coming up soon, and I've had my eyes on picking up my first IWC. I currently don't have any dress watches (Speedmaster, ND SubC, and Tudor Pelagos), so wanting something to fill in that niche. That being said, I don't dress up very often as I work from home, so doesn't need to be a full on dress watch. I've seen a couple used Automatics lately that bring the price down to about the price of a new Portuguese Chrono, so I'm trying to decide which one I'd want to go for. Any owners of either one have thoughts to share?

seal13il · 7 February 2018, 02:58 AM

I have the 75th anniversary, like it, don't love it.... I keep going back to my perpetual calendar

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AK797 · 7 February 2018, 03:57 AM

I like the Chrono most of all the IWC models, classy and elegant but with a sports twist.

avilhena · 7 February 2018, 04:26 AM

For me, the IWC Portugieser Chrono is one of the best IWC's ever

yoast · 7 February 2018, 04:35 AM

Inhouse 7 days movement or ETA Valjoux 7750 makes a difference for many people.

madgraf · 7 February 2018, 04:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yoast

Inhouse 7 days movement or ETA Valjoux 7750 makes a difference for many people.

Yeah it's certainly a big step up in movement (and price). I've read that they heavily modify the 7750 though, so it's not quite like just dropping in an ETA movement as is, but certainly still not as impressive as the in house movement in the automatic.

scarlet knight · 7 February 2018, 04:51 AM

I have the Port. Chrono in blue. It wears big due to little bezel area. Not bonding with it, may flip it. Like my Mark 18 better.

avilhena · 7 February 2018, 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yoast

Inhouse 7 days movement or ETA Valjoux 7750 makes a difference for many people.

the same watch posted by the OP now comes with in-house movement with the same price

http://watchesbysjx.com/2018/01/quic...150-years.html

mps354 · 7 February 2018, 10:19 AM

i prefer the chrono aesthetically...and i prefer the size

jnelson3097 · 7 February 2018, 12:41 PM

I had the 5001-07 with the blue numbers and really liked it. I wore it on the brown Santoni strap in basically any situation. If I had to do it all over again, I probably would've gotten the 3903 chrono instead.

tyler1980 · 7 February 2018, 05:14 PM

id get the Auto vs the chronograph.

I prefer the sub dial placement on the auto. I would get the blue dial though.

joli160 · 7 February 2018, 05:55 PM

Not an owner, but the chrono is a stunner

jsuarez · 7 February 2018, 10:54 PM

I vote for the Chrono.

jpwv · 7 February 2018, 11:50 PM

Not an owner, but I would go with the Auto. It is more dressy looking if that is what you are going for. Also, since you do not dress up that often the 7 day power reserve would probably come in handy.

Csu87 · 8 February 2018, 01:17 AM

CHRONO!!!

Ive got the panda and its amazing.

Next dress chrono I get will be the white dial/blue numerals one.

Hairdude1 · 8 February 2018, 02:52 AM

I would go in house auto, prefer the layout more. If you need an AD rec please PM me

Peterandwatches · 8 February 2018, 07:18 AM

Vote for the chrono. Just a really smart and simple piece. Yes, it's probably overpriced and it's not in-house, but it's a good balance of sport and dress. I also think the Auto's just too big.

For value and in-house, I'd strongly look the JLC Master series as well. The MUT Moon is just gorgeous to me.

Skanse · 8 February 2018, 08:18 AM

I was in the same situation as you. Bought the chrono and didn't regret it at all!

erredi7734 · 8 February 2018, 08:50 AM

I have the 5007
the movement is just superb.
chrono is nice but if you compare them side to side there is no match (IMHO)

eltonbalch · 8 February 2018, 09:01 AM

Im a big fan of the 5007 and love mine. I much prefer it over the port chronograph you’ve pictured. I really like the IWC yacht club if you want to go with a chronograph.

madgraf · 8 February 2018, 12:54 PM

Thanks everyone for the feedback - it seems to be split pretty evenly between the two, but maybe the Chrono has the edge. Will have to try them on side by side to really help determine I think. I've only tried on the chrono so far, so I know how that feels/looks on me.

scarlet knight · 8 February 2018, 01:59 PM

I try some watches on for years before I pull the trigger. Don’t rush it. I’ve bought on impulse and soon realize that I am not bonding with the watch.

scarlet knight · 8 February 2018, 02:03 PM

Sometimes I poll the staff at a dealer to see which watch looks better. I know they are trying to sell you a watch, but if you say which one do you like, the workers often know what they are talking about. Just be ready if they all like the tourbillion, they are messing with you.

Skanse · 8 February 2018, 07:04 PM

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AK797 · 9 February 2018, 12:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Sometimes I poll the staff at a dealer to see which watch looks better. I know they are trying to sell you a watch, but if you say which one do you like, the workers often know what they are talking about. Just be ready if they all like the tourbillion, they are messing with you.

Yes, always better to ask which do you prefer, than do you like this.

yoast · 9 February 2018, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by avilhena

the same watch posted by the OP now comes with in-house movement with the same price

http://watchesbysjx.com/2018/01/quic...150-years.html

That's nice! Thanks for sharing this.

Hank · 9 February 2018, 10:57 PM

Had both and prefer the 3714. The 7 Day Auto has the better movement but it is way too thick for a watch that style. Wrist shots for reference.

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McPGA · 11 February 2018, 05:32 AM

This was my choice, that being said, if you’re looking for a dress watch it doesn’t fit under every sleeve...

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mchu004 · 11 February 2018, 09:30 AM

I really like the Automatic but it's quite thick...

But I also love the Chrono, which is why I got it. It does certainly wear larger because of the lack of bezel but wears very comfortably on my 6.5" wrist.

islands62 · 11 February 2018, 10:34 AM

I prefer the chrono’s looks, but bought the Auto for the movement. Now that the chrono has an in house movement though, i may switch it up.

7 February 2018, 02:52 AM	#1
madgraf "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Minnesota Watch: 114060 Posts: 25	Portuguese Chronograph vs Portuguese Automatic? Been debating my next watch purchase coming up soon, and I've had my eyes on picking up my first IWC. I currently don't have any dress watches (Speedmaster, ND SubC, and Tudor Pelagos), so wanting something to fill in that niche. That being said, I don't dress up very often as I work from home, so doesn't need to be a full on dress watch. I've seen a couple used Automatics lately that bring the price down to about the price of a new Portuguese Chrono, so I'm trying to decide which one I'd want to go for. Any owners of either one have thoughts to share?

7 February 2018, 04:26 AM	#4
avilhena "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Brazil Posts: 1,115	For me, the IWC Portugieser Chrono is one of the best IWC's ever __________________ Once you wear the crown, you can never go down.

7 February 2018, 04:35 AM	#5
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,257	Inhouse 7 days movement or ETA Valjoux 7750 makes a difference for many people. __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

7 February 2018, 04:51 AM	#7
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,123	I have the Port. Chrono in blue. It wears big due to little bezel area. Not bonding with it, may flip it. Like my Mark 18 better. Last edited by scarlet knight; 7 February 2018 at 04:51 AM.. Reason: Typo

7 February 2018, 05:55 PM	#12
joli160 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,332	Not an owner, but the chrono is a stunner __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

7 February 2018, 02:58 AM	#2
seal13il "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Sharon Location: Reno, NV Watch: IWC Posts: 251	I have the 75th anniversary, like it, don't love it.... I keep going back to my perpetual calendar Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

7 February 2018, 03:57 AM	#3
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,209	I like the Chrono most of all the IWC models, classy and elegant but with a sports twist.

7 February 2018, 10:19 AM	#9
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,971	i prefer the chrono aesthetically...and i prefer the size

7 February 2018, 12:41 PM	#10
jnelson3097 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Justin Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,307	I had the 5001-07 with the blue numbers and really liked it. I wore it on the brown Santoni strap in basically any situation. If I had to do it all over again, I probably would've gotten the 3903 chrono instead.

7 February 2018, 05:14 PM	#11
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	id get the Auto vs the chronograph. I prefer the sub dial placement on the auto. I would get the blue dial though.

7 February 2018, 10:54 PM	#13
jsuarez "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 89	I vote for the Chrono.

7 February 2018, 11:50 PM	#14
jpwv Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: North Carolina Posts: 337	Not an owner, but I would go with the Auto. It is more dressy looking if that is what you are going for. Also, since you do not dress up that often the 7 day power reserve would probably come in handy.

8 February 2018, 01:17 AM	#15
Csu87 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Colorado Posts: 35	CHRONO!!! Ive got the panda and its amazing. Next dress chrono I get will be the white dial/blue numerals one.

8 February 2018, 02:52 AM	#16
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	I would go in house auto, prefer the layout more. If you need an AD rec please PM me __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

8 February 2018, 07:18 AM	#17
Peterandwatches "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: WA Watch: 5167/15400/Sub/JLC Posts: 1,023	Vote for the chrono. Just a really smart and simple piece. Yes, it's probably overpriced and it's not in-house, but it's a good balance of sport and dress. I also think the Auto's just too big. For value and in-house, I'd strongly look the JLC Master series as well. The MUT Moon is just gorgeous to me.

8 February 2018, 08:18 AM	#18
Skanse "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Belgium Posts: 257	I was in the same situation as you. Bought the chrono and didn't regret it at all! __________________ AP 15300ST - Rolex Daytona 116500LN - Tudor BB58 - IWC Portugieser chrono IW3714 - Breitling Colt 44

8 February 2018, 08:50 AM	#19
erredi7734 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: D Location: Us/Italy Watch: DB28, MB&F LM1 Posts: 91	I have the 5007 the movement is just superb. chrono is nice but if you compare them side to side there is no match (IMHO)

8 February 2018, 09:01 AM	#20
eltonbalch "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Cambridge, NY Posts: 1,089	Im a big fan of the 5007 and love mine. I much prefer it over the port chronograph you’ve pictured. I really like the IWC yacht club if you want to go with a chronograph.

8 February 2018, 12:54 PM	#21
madgraf "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Minnesota Watch: 114060 Posts: 25	Thanks everyone for the feedback - it seems to be split pretty evenly between the two, but maybe the Chrono has the edge. Will have to try them on side by side to really help determine I think. I've only tried on the chrono so far, so I know how that feels/looks on me.

8 February 2018, 01:59 PM	#22
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,123	I try some watches on for years before I pull the trigger. Don’t rush it. I’ve bought on impulse and soon realize that I am not bonding with the watch.

8 February 2018, 02:03 PM	#23
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,123	Sometimes I poll the staff at a dealer to see which watch looks better. I know they are trying to sell you a watch, but if you say which one do you like, the workers often know what they are talking about. Just be ready if they all like the tourbillion, they are messing with you.

8 February 2018, 07:04 PM	#24
Skanse "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Belgium Posts: 257	Verzonden vanaf mijn iPhone met Tapatalk __________________ AP 15300ST - Rolex Daytona 116500LN - Tudor BB58 - IWC Portugieser chrono IW3714 - Breitling Colt 44

9 February 2018, 10:57 PM	#27
Hank "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Shanghai Posts: 1,622	Had both and prefer the 3714. The 7 Day Auto has the better movement but it is way too thick for a watch that style. Wrist shots for reference. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2018, 05:32 AM	#28
McPGA "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Chicagoland Watch: GMT BLNR Posts: 147	This was my choice, that being said, if you’re looking for a dress watch it doesn’t fit under every sleeve... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2018, 09:30 AM	#29
mchu004 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: California Posts: 37	I really like the Automatic but it's quite thick... But I also love the Chrono, which is why I got it. It does certainly wear larger because of the lack of bezel but wears very comfortably on my 6.5" wrist.

11 February 2018, 10:34 AM	#30
islands62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Honolulu Posts: 21	I prefer the chrono’s looks, but bought the Auto for the movement. Now that the chrono has an in house movement though, i may switch it up.

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