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1950s IWC 'Calatrava'

Ref.
89
2200
Diameter
35 mm
Condition
Excellent
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An "Calatrava" with a stunning silver dial, a super sharp case, and the IWC caliber 89 hand-wound movement.

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Overview

IWC produced many different case and dial iterations of these caliber 89 dress watches, and this particular version is very reminiscent of the Patek Philippe Calatrava with arrow-tipped applied indices, dotted minute markers, and dauphine hands. With a simple and elegant design, this watch would make for an excellent dress piece or svelte daily driver.

Specifications

Brand:

IWC

Model:

'Calatrava'

Reference:

89

Year:

1950s

Case Number:

1426790

Case Material:

Stainless steel

Diameter:

35 mm

Lug Width:

18 mm

Thickness:

8.0 mm

Lug-to-Lug:

42.0 mm

Dial:

Silver

Lume:

None

Crystal:

Acrylic

Movement:

Hand-wound

Caliber:

IWC 89

Bracelet/Strap:

Veblenist tan leather strap with tang buckle

Max Wrist Size:

Hand model has a wrist size of 6.2 in

Condition

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Excellent
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Case has very light scratches or nicks. Lugs are thick, full, and well-defined. Dial and hands may have imperfections visible upon close inspection. Lume is fully intact and may show slight discoloration.

Case: The case retains incredible definition for a 60 year old watch with strong lines and sharp edges. The original brushed finishing is still present on the case sides, and the original polished finishing is present on the lug tops and bezel.

Dial, Hands, & Crystal: The dial is a beautiful matte silver that has aged to a warm eggshell hue, and is the cleanest example I've seen with minimal degradation. The steel hands and crystal are in excellent condition.

Bracelet/Strap: The Veblenist tan leather strap is brand new.

Performance

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Timing: The watch has been measured with a timegrapher at six different positions. The average rate, amplitude, and beat error are within acceptable ranges. While resting face up, the rate is -5s/d.

Functions: All functions including the crown-winding and time-setting are working as expected.

Service History: Unknown.

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IWC 'Calatrava' on a tan leather strap.

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