A fabulous, barely used gentleman's 18K solid gold manual watch in amazing original un-restored condition from the International Watch Company (IWC), one of the most prestigious watchmakers in the world.This example dates to the 1960's. The case and dial present beautifully and the freshly serviced movement is running strongly and keeping time. It is fitted with a new strap and crystal so is ready to wear and enjoy.
This is a very expensive connoisseur’s watch made by a low volume elite company which has a reputation among aficionados for producing some of the finest quality watches in the world. The movements in these watches are pure works of art and of a quality which is second to none. To those who have only a passing interest in top quality watches, an IWC watch is not immediately obvious as a high end timepiece but at auctions, hammer prices of IWC models often surpass the levels reached by more well known high end makes. IWC watches are truly remarkable and HIGHLY sought after by collectors (who must have at least one) as well people wanting to wear a watch with elegance and understated class. I always keep at least one in my own collection.
Dial: in excellent condition, with a two tone champagne satin finish and signed “International Watch Co. Schaffhausen Swiss Made”. The hours are marked by black Roman numerals. The hands are in excellent shape and the crystal is clean and clear.
Case: 18 carat solid gold in excellent condition, measuring approximately 34 mm across, excluding the crown and 37 mm from lug to lug. The case is hallmarked as 18K solid gold on the outside and inside of the rear cover. Showing just the the expected light signs of careful and infrequent use over the years the case shows no dents or scratches of any significance that I could see to draw to your attention. The face of the crown is showing some wear.
Movement: IWC 17 jewel mechanism just returned from a full service which most newly purchased vintage watches require and costs upwards of £200 for a watch of this quality so please factor in that this work has been undertaken when considering the competitive price I am asking for this watch. The watch is winding and setting smoothly, running strongly and keeping time. The movement is signed “International Watch Co. Swiss”.
Strap: fitted with a new generic brown leather strap, which attached to the watch measures approximately 210 mm from buckle tip to last hole.
