IWC'Caliber 83'

KEY FACTS

• This IWC is offered by a trade seller based in the UK
• A vintage example featuring a charming patina on the dial and quirky hinged lugs
• Presented as a watch-only lot - the original box and warranty papers are not included
• The vendor confirms the watch to be in good working order

ABOUT THIS WATCH

• Established in 1868, IWC has a longstanding heritage in Swiss watchmaking: mainly known for its pilots watches, the brand also offers an extensive back catalogue of dress and sports watches
• This vintage piece from the 1940s comes in a period appropriate 35mm stainless steel case
• It features a dark grey/brown dial with an even patina developed over years of UV exposure
• Contrasting nicely against the dial are the golden arabic numeral hour markers and the leaf handset, also golden
• A sub-dial at 6 o'clock displays the running seconds
• Another captivating detail are the with unconventional hinged lugs, reminiscent of the ones found on modern-day Da Vinci models
• Underneath the plain stainless steel caseback beats the IWC caliber 83; a hand-wound movement with a 47-hour power reserve
• The watch is paired to an aftermarket brown leather strap

The description of this consignment in the “KEY FACTS” section is provided by the seller. It is to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. The information in the “ABOUT THIS WATCH” section is provided by Watch Collecting for general informational purposes only and must not be relied upon as a basis for making purchasing decisions.

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