It is larger than almost all similar dress style watches from the era. Measuring a full 37mm in diameter without the crown, it is larger than a Rolex Datejust and the same size as a Patek "King Size" ref. 2481.
Powered by one of the most highly-regarded manually wound movements ever made, talked about in the same sentence as Pateks, the watch is rich in technical details.
The movement was designed by IWC's renowned technical director Albert Pellaton and chosen by the company to power their famous Mark 11 military watches.
Housing the fine movement is its elegant 18K gold rose case with large claw lugs. It has a wide "disco volante" style bezel. Its large size and design give it a distinctive and very pleasing style. Our photos couldn't do it justice.
We were fortunate to acquire it with all of its original parts.
Its large case presents as better than near mint with a crisp hallmark. Its dial is bright and clean, previously well-restored.
Our Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with correct IWC replacements, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).
For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new Teju lizard strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
- Manufacturer: IWC
- City of origin: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
- Serial no.: 1,264,843
- Year built: 1952
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds
- Model: Caliber 89
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: 18K rose gold
- Case markings (inside): 18K (0.750), IWC, Swiss, 1,232,976
- Case condition: Presents as better than mint with a crisp hallmark, two very light creases in the back, and light wear underneath the lugs. Presents beautifully on the wrist.
- Dial: Silver, gold baton indexes, outer minute track, previously nicely restored
- Hands: Original, gold, 'lances'
- Movement type: IWC caliber 89, manually wound, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration, shock resistant, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, Breguet balance spring, index regulator
- Movement markings: International Watch Co., Swiss
- Jewels: 17 rubies
- Band: Teju lizard, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unused
- Width between lugs: 18mm
- Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition
- Serviced: Our Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with correct IWC replacements, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).
- Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
