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What does IWC stand for in watches?

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What does IWC stand for in watches?
IWC Watches stands for “International Watch Co.” Founded in 1868 by an American watchmaker in Switzerland, IWC is one of the most respected luxury Swiss watchmakers today. They’re particularly well-known for their aviation watches. Shop a collection of IWC Watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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1963 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Automatic Cal. 8531 Isomura - Platinum & Diamond
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Platinum

IWC Classic Steel Dress Watch Ref. 602 – Circa 1965
By IWC
Located in PARIS, FR
IWC Schaffhausen Ref. 602 – Automatic Calibre 8531 Pellaton – Full Set – Circa 1965 Elegant IWC Schaffhausen Ref. 602 dating from 1965 and powered by the celebrated automatic calibr...
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Vintage 1960s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1950s IWC Schaffhausen 18k Yellow Gold Manual Wind Dress Watch
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1951 IWC Schaffhausen dress watch exemplifies the understated elegance and precision craftsmanship for which International Watch Co. became renowned. Crafted in 18k yell...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage IWC Schaffhausen 18K Gold Dress Watch, Black Dial, 1958
By IWC
Located in Zurich, CH
The Ultimate Expression of Mid-Century Swiss Minimalism. This striking vintage International Watch Co. (IWC) Schaffhausen dress watch stands as a masterclass in understated elegance...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

I.W.C. 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold Art Deco Oversized Tank Watch circa 1930's
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: I.W.C. / International Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" 41m...
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph Le Petit Prince Blue Dial Steel 43mm IW377714
By IWC
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A classic and highly sought-after IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph Edition "Le Petit Prince" (Reference: IW377714). This exceptional timekeeper pays homage to Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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