Offered here is a characterful vintage International Watch Co. automatic, featuring a stainless steel cushion-shaped case and an aged tropical dial powered by IWC’s robust self-winding movement. This is a quintessential late-1960s/early-1970s IWC profile. Please note - the case-back is unable to be opened at this time and I am not able to verify the movement. The watch runs very well on the timegrapher (photo attached), and I believe it is likely either a Cal. 853 or 854 movement.


Condition Notes (visible in photos)
Dial: The original silver/sunray surface on the dial has taken on a warm, mottled, brownish-champagne patina across the entire dial face, with more concentrated spotting and foxing throughout. More noticeable spotting on the right side of the dial. Applied baton indices remain intact and crisp. Dial text reads “IWC / International Watch Co. / Schaffhausen / Automatic.” This is an honest, unrestored tropical dial with genuine character — please review all photos carefully.

Crystal: Acrylic crystal with light surface scratches consistent with age and use; no deep gouges or cracks visible.

Case: Cushion-shaped stainless steel case with integrated angular lugs typical of the era. The case shows normal vintage wear including surface scratches and scuffs on the flanks and lugs. Please note: the caseback is seized shut and cannot be opened — it has been inspected externally only. Caseback itself shows notable scratches and tool marks.

Movement: The watch is running and was tested on a timegrapher with photo attached. It is keeping time within 30 seconds per day, acceptable for vintage. Service history is unknown.

Strap: Fitted with an aftermarket brown croc-embossed leather strap with a steel pin buckle.

Serious buyers only. All sales are final. Service history unknown and caseback cannot be opened. Please message with any questions before purchasing.