It is powered by one of the most highly-regarded manually wound movements ever made, the caliber 89, which is talked about in the same sentence as Pateks.
The movement, designed by IWC's renowned technical director Albert Pellaton and chosen by the company to power their famous Mark 11 military watches, is rich in technical details.
As fine on the outside as the inside, its full size case features wonderful Bombe lugs, one of our favorite lug designs from the era. And measuring at 36.5mm in diameter without the crown, it is even slightly wider than a Rolex Datejust.
The 18K case is in excellent condition with a couple of light indentions in the back. On the wrist it presents very nicely. The attractive, silver dial has been previously well-restored. And the handwound movement, originally adjusted to three positions, is keeping very accurate time.
Included with the purchase is a 90-day C.O.T. 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.: 1,201,114
- Year built: 1949
- Functions: Time, Sweep seconds
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: 18K gold
- Case markings (inside): 18K, IWC Probus Scafusia hallmark, 1,305,822
- Case condition: Excellent condition with a couple of light indentions in the back and one on the side. Hallmark is still very crisp. On the wrist it presents very nicely.
- Dial: Bright and attractive, signed International Watch Co. Schaffhausen and SWISS, silver, gold applique markers, previously well-restored
- Hands: Matching gold "dauphines"
- Movement markings: International Watch Co., Swiss, C. 89, adjusted to 3 pos.
- Jewels: 17 rubies
- Band: Genuine Italian calfskin, high quality, like new
- Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition
- Serviced by COT: No. Please inquire if you would like more information. 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
