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A silvered dial and a yellow gold case are a classic dress-watch combination from mid-century brands. And this remains true to this day. The caliber 401 is the updated version of the famous caliber 89. This particular example dates to 1962 and is in fantastic all original condition.

Brand: International Watch Co. Schaffhausen

Model: 18k Dress Watch

Case: 33.5mm wide (excluding crown), 44mm tall, 7.3mm thick, 18k solid yellow gold, snap-on case back, domed plexiglass crystal, original unsigned crown, serial 1674xxx

Movement: IWC caliber 401, manual winding, recently fully serviced

Bracelet/ Strap: Forrest Green Smooth Calfskin (MSRP: $65), 18mm lug width

Features: Silver dial, applied raised gold baton indices, gold stick handset, 18k solid gold case, snap-on case back, domed plexiglass crystal, in-house movement, circa 1962

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In overall excellent all original and recently serviced condition. The dial is very good showing no patina and remains the original silver tone. The case is great having no major dents or scratches, some signs of very light polishing in the past. Some patina has developed which is common for gold watches of this age. The in-house movement was recently fully serviced and keeps accurate time when tested.

Backed by our one-year repair warranty. Accompanied by a free Suede Travel Pouch.