IWC Schaffhausen Manual 36mm 18K Gold Vintage Watch Circa 1940s
By IWC
Located in Miami, FL
1940s manual wind IWC Schaffhausen wristwatch featuring a clean 36mm dial and elegant 18K yellow
18k Gold
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.3 in
IWC Schaffhausen 1960s Mens 35mm Vintage Swiss Automatic Unrestored RA643
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless excellence, Men's IWC Schaffhausen automatic, c.1960s, in excellent working condition
$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.46 in
Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Solid Gold Jumbo 37mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA513
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, 18k solid gold Men's IWC Schaffhausen manual wind jumbo dress watch, c.1950s, in
18k Gold
Vintage IWC Schaffhausen Rose Gold Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 IWC International Watch Company Schaffhausen Wrist Watch, 37 M.M 18k Rose Gold 3 Piece
18k Gold, Rose Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Asprey Savonette/Hunting Case Pocket Watch 18 Kt Gold
By IWC
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unique Beautiful and Collectable IWC Savonette/Hunting Case Pocket watch made For Asprey. 49mm 18k
Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Calatrava c1944 Manual Calibre 62 Mid-Size 27mm Unisex Watch
By IWC
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This fine & very rare Calatrava style unisex timepiece by IWC (International Watch Company) is
Stainless Steel
1955 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 852 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
Schaffhausen, and many others. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: IWC City of origin: Schaffhausen
Stainless Steel
I. W. C. Schaffhausen Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Mechanical Watch
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Made in Schaffhausen Switzerland this famous house was originally
Tiffany & Co. by Schaffhausen International Watch Company Art Deco Style Watch
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company, Schaffhausen Switzerland STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
$1,869
H 1.58 in W 1.38 in
1969 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 8541 Automatic, Black Dial with Date - SS
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1969 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 8541 Automatic, Black Dial with Date - Stainless Steel Beautiful
$2,306
H 1.58 in W 1.38 in
1969 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 8541B Pellaton Automatic with Date
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
Appraisal: Manufacturer: IWC City of origin: Schaffhausen, Switzerland Serial no.: 1,942,384 Year built
Stainless Steel
IWC Schaffhausen Lepine Yellow Gold White Dial Pocket Watch Men's Watch 5201-001
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
IWC Schaffhausen Lepine Pocket Watch Model Number: 5201-001 100% Authentic New / Old Stock
Yellow Gold
IWC Schaffhausen 18k Rose Gold Mechanical Watch Cal 89 w/ Leather Band
By IWC
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
IWC Schaffhausen 18k Rose Gold Mechanical Watch Cal 89 w/ Leather Band Caliber 89 Case #1725596
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Fine 18 Karat Gold IWC Automatic Perpetual Calendar Wristwatch with Moon Phases
By IWC
Located in Warrington, PA
A Fine 18k Gold Automatic Perpetual Calendar Wristwatch with Moon Phases and Bracelet Signed IWC
18k Gold
Sold
H 1.12 in W 1.12 in D 0.25 in L 8.75 in
IWC Schaffhausen Pave Diamond Gold Wristwatch on Alligator Band Unisex
By IWC
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rare 1970s IWC Schaffhausen diamond onyx dial wristwatch 18k yellow gold featuring a 2 piece
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Fliegerchronograph Pilot's Watch Suede Strap Orig Box
By IWC
Located in Bozeman, MT
IWC Schaffhausen Fliegerchronograph Aviator (23.3mm) Pilot's Watch Grey Suede Strap, Original Box
Stainless Steel
IWC Schaffhausen Oman Khanjar Wristwatch. Yellow Gold, Onyx Dial, Year 1972.
By IWC
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and extremely rare IWC Schaffhausen in 18k yellow gold with integrated bracelet
Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Rose Gold Manual Watch 1960s Vintage Luxury RA326
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's large size IWC Schaffhausen solid 18k rose gold dress watch, c.1960s
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Solid Gold Jumbo 37mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA440B
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's 18k solid gold IWC Schaffhausen dress watch in jumbo 37mm size, c.1960s, in
18k Gold
Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Solid Gold Jumbo 37mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA440
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's jumbo size IWC Schaffhausen solid 18k yellow gold dress watch, c.1960s, in
18k Gold
Sold
H 9.25 in W 10.25 in D 0.01 in
14K Gold Mid Century Mens Wristwatch International Watch Co Schaffhausen IWC
By I.W.C. Schaffhausen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The 14K Gold Mid Century Men's Wristwatch by International Watch Co. (IWC) Schaffhausen
Gold
IWC Vintage Date 1960s in Mint Condition
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
IWC Vintage Date IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN Analog display Automatic Band leather - not original Case Size
Stainless Steel
IWC Rose Gold Center Seconds Wristwatch circa 1950s
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
IWC Schaffhausen, 18k rose gold wristwatch, original silvered dial with raised pink gold Arabic and
18k Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Yellow Gold Mechanical Vintage Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 IWC International Watch Company, Schaffhausen Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 3
18k Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Rare Fishtail Keyless Lever Open Face Silver Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Mayfair, London, London
IWC a very rare fishtail keyless lever open face silver pocket watch, C1915 with it's original box
Silver
IWC Schaffhausen Stainless Steel Big Pilot Wristwatch Ref IW50040
Located in Dallas, TX
o'clock position; power reserve indicator at 3 o'clock. Black IWC strap band with stainless steel IWC
Stainless Steel
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Cal. 89 Dress Watch - Platinum
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
authorized watchmaking work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others
Platinum
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Cal. 89 Dress Watch - Platinum
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
authorized watchmaking work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others
Platinum
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 852 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
also has done authorized watchmaking work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, IWC Schaffhausen
Stainless Steel
1963 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others. Detailed Appraisal
Stainless Steel
1958 IWC Vintage Mens Handwound Watch, Caliber 89 - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
, owner of Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: IWC City of
Stainless Steel
1962 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Automatic Cal. 853 Isomura Watch - Platinum
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
Center, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: IWC City of origin
Platinum
1972 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Retro Watch, Cal. 8541B Pellaton Automatic - SS
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
Service Center, owner of Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer
Stainless Steel
1967 IWC Yacht Club Vintage Large Mens Watch, Cal. 8541 Automatic - SS
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
Richemont Group's Service Center, owner of Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others. Detailed Appraisal
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1.68 in W 1.42 in
1943 Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mens Oversized Tear Drop Watch - Stainless St
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Suwanee, GA
watchmaking work for the Richemont Group, owner of Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Piaget
Stainless Steel
1960 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
restored automatic IWC showcased with dark money green dial powered by the Albert Pellaton designed Caliber
Stainless Steel
1970 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size "Compressor" Square Watch - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
their brands, the owner of IWC. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: IWC City of origin: Schaffhausen
Stainless Steel
1963 IWC Vintage Mens Square Watch, Cal. 854 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1963 IWC Vintage Mens Square Watch, Cal. 854 Automatic - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Restored Condition
Stainless Steel
1967 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 854 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1967 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 854 Automatic - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Original
Stainless Steel
1959 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic with Tiffany Blue Dial - SS
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
looks like new on the wrist! Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: IWC City of origin: Schaffhausen
Stainless Steel
1940's TIFFANY & CO. Ladies Vintage Watch - 14K Gold with Diamonds & Rubies
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Suwanee, GA
suggests the company worked in collaboration with C.H. Meylan, a high grade niche manufacturer, and IWC
14k Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Rose Gold Large Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1940s
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s International Watch Company IWC Schaffhausen Wrist Watch. 37 MM 18K Rose Gold 3 Piece
18k Gold
Vintage IWC Schaffhausen Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 IWC International Watch Co. Schaffhausen Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece
18k Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Watch Leather Band
By IWC
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic 18K yellow gold IWC (International Watch Company) Schaffhausen watch, circa 1960s
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage IWC Schaffhausen Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist Watch
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 International Watch Company Schaffhausen Wrist Watch, 36 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece
18k Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Gold Plate Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 I W C, International Watch Company Schaffhausen Gents Wrist Watch, 34 MM Gold Plate case
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Art Deco Ladies International Watch IWC Gold Diamond and Sapphire Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940 International Watch Co. IWC Schaffhausen Ladies Wrist Watch, 17 M.M 14K Cress Arrow
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Mens IWC Calatrava C83 14k Rose Gold 35mm Manual Wind 1940s Swiss Vintage NA113
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 14k solid rose gold IWC Schaffhausen Calatrava C83 manual wind dress watch
Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Sold
H 1.66 in W 1.34 in
1958 IWC Vintage Cal. 853 Automatic Mens 18K Rose Gold Watch - Original Papers
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
has done authorized watchmaking work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, IWC Schaffhausen, and
Rose Gold
IWC International Watch Schaffhausen Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 IWC International Watch Company Schaffhausen Wrist Watch, 33 MM 18K Yellow Gold 2 Piece
18k Gold
1962 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 8531 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1962 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 8531 Automatic - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Restored
Stainless Steel
1958 IWC Vintage Mens Watch with Semi-Bombe Lugs, Cal. 853 Automatic
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
: Manufacturer: IWC City of origin: Schaffhausen, Switzerland Serial no.: 1,476,680 Case no.: 1,467,736 Year
Stainless Steel
Iwc Schaffhausen 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref 1721865
By IWC
Located in Surfside, FL
IWC Schaffhausen in 18k yellow gold on an alligator strap. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 30.5 mm
Yellow Gold
IWC Schaffhausen 1721865, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty
By IWC
Located in Miami, FL
IWC Schaffhausen Reference #: 1721865. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold Gold 30 MM
IWC Schaffhausen Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Watch
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
IWC Schaffhausen Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Mens Watch. 36mm 18k yellow gold case and smooth bezel
IWC Schaffhausen Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref R-214-A
By IWC
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Man's vintage IWC Schaffhausen stainless steel self winding wristwatch case reference# R-214-A
Stainless Steel
IWC Schaffhausen Ingenieur Rose Gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref.666
By IWC
Located in Munich, Bavaria
-Caliber IWC 8531 system Pellaton, automatic, date Dial-Service dial Bracelet-Leather strap, buckle
IWC Schaffhausen White Gold Date Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1964
By IWC
Located in West Hollywood, CA
High grade and scarce 18K white gold IWC automatic with date circa 1964. Featuring a 35 X 41mm
18k Gold, White Gold
IWC Stainless Steel Schaffhausen Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1968
By IWC
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Man's vintage IWC Schaffhausen stainless steel self winding wristwatch case reference# R-214-A
Stainless Steel
IWC SS Ingenieur Automatic ref # 3521 circa 1992
By IWC
Located in West Hollywood, CA
IWC Schaffhausen Official Certified Chronometer Automatic. Sapphire crystal, bezel secured with screws
Stainless Steel
SquareIWC 1876 in yellow gold with Black dial 32.5mm Automatic watch
By IWC
Located in Surfside, FL
IWC Schaffhausen in 18k on leather strap with IWC plaque tang buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds and
Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.58 in Dm 1.34 in
IWC Ingenieur SL 3305 AKA Skinny Ingenieur + Box, Gerald Genta Design IW3305
By IWC
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
IWC Schaffhausen International Watch Co. AG Founded in 1868 for the discerning Gentlemen In 1868
Stainless Steel
IWC Stainless Steel Schaffhausen Automatic Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in West Hollywood, CA
IWC (International Watch Co) Stainless Steel Schafhausen Automatic circa 1960s. Case measuring 34.5
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 6.7 in W 1.11 in Dm 1.11 in
1960s International Watch Company, Emerald and Diamond Platinum Concealed Watch
Located in New york, NY
International Watch Co., also known as IWC, is a luxury Swiss watch manufacturer located in Schaffhausen
Emerald, Platinum
IWC Schaffhausen 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch & Date w/ Original Box R810A
By IWC
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
IWC Schaffhausen 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch & Date w/ Original Box R810A Case #18939XX.R810A
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IWC Schaffhausen R 1210 Caliber 401 Steel 1960 Breguet Hairspring Pre Portofino
By IWC
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
IWC Schaffhausen International Watch Co. Founded in 1868 for the discerning Gentlemen In 1868
Steel
IWC Schaffhausen Ladies yellow gold quartz Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in Dallas, TX
International Watch Company (IWC) 26 mm ladies watch in 18 Karat yellow gold with white index dial
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IWC Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Automatic Yacht Club II Bracelet Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
IWC, International Watch Company Schaffhausen, 14K yellow gold and steel Yacht Club II bracelet
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Ultra Thin, 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3571-1 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Width...
18k Gold
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Cartier Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. X 6 M.M thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Cartier Inc. 17 jewel mechanical, Manual wind movement. Silver Satin Dial with raised Gol...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elgin 14k White Gold Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ladies Manual Wind Watch
By Elgin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual Function: hours, minutes Case: round 10mm 14k white gold diamond case Dial: champagne Serial # H615XXX No box or papers. Guaranteed to be authentic by seller.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s Retro Omega De Ville 18 Karat Gold Men's Watch
By Omega
Located in Poitiers, FR
Omega De Ville men's watch. Square case in 18 karats yellow gold, owl hallmark. Total length: 20.5 cm, width of the bracelet: 2.2 cm to 0.6 cm, Case: Side: 2.8 cm, thickness: 5.8 mm...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank 1710 Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
The Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch is an exquisite blend of timeless elegance and modern artistry. This luxurious timepiece sparkles with an array o...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Rose Gold 34mm 6413
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare 34mm 18k rose gold gentleman’s wristwatch by Vacheron & Constantin, distinguished by its unusual inverted harrow hands and a beautifully preserved silver dial. The dial is...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
$7,750
H 0.19 in W 1.26 in
Ultra-Thin Classic Gold Audemars-Piguet Mens Watch with Brown Crocodile Strap
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This handsome, vintage 18K yellow gold Audemars-Piguet wristwatch is positively elegant. Crafted during the mid-20th Century, this iteration is among the very thinnest produced durin...
Gold, 18k Gold
International Watch Company Manual Mens Watch, 1781763
Located in London, GB
International Watch Company Manual Gents 18ct yellow gold on a leather brown strap 33mm vintage mechanical watch in full working condition. Total Weight of Watch: 32.9g Serial Numbe...
18k Gold
Genuine 18k Rolex Watch. 18k WG Rolex CELLINI 3811 Square WristWatch
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k White Gold Rolex Cellini mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Rolex 1600 Movement Ref. 3811 Square Cellini Unisex watch. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. Case is 18k 75...
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond dial and bezel. Comes with the gift box. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Sty...
Yellow Gold
Gorgeous 14K Yellow Gold Cartier For Concord Manual Winding
By Cartier
Located in Media, PA
This is a fantastic 14 karat yellow gold Cartier watch but the movement is by Concord. Watch is manual winding and it works perfectly fine and runs well. I don't believe it is perfec...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Must de Cartier Tank Blue Mystery Dial. Vermeil ARGENT 925 Small Windup Watch
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). RARE Blue Mystery Dial. Manual Windup Movement New Gucci Leather Band. Condition: Ha...
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Black Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Manual Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil). Ref 3055582 RARE Black Roman Dial. New Gucci Leather Band. Manual Windup Movemen...
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tortue Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds and a navy blue leather alligator strap. Signed by Cartier 28mm face Model #2644
Diamond, 18k Gold
One of Switzerland’s major luxury watch companies was started by an American who saw the potential of bringing Switzerland’s superb watchmaking into the modern age through industrialized manufacturing and high-precision interchangeable parts. The New Hampshire–born watchmaker Florentine Ariosto Jones (1841–1916), who founded International Watch Company — known today as simply IWC — in 1868, was interested in “combining all the excellence of the American system of mechanism with the more skillful hand labor of the Swiss.”
Setting up the company with another American watchmaker, Charles Kidder, in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, Jones used hydropower from the River Rhine for his plant’s machinery. Rethinking watch design would lead to one of IWC’s early successes: the Pallweber pocket watch. Based on an 1883 patent by Austrian watchmaker Josef Pallweber, the watch employed numbered disks for jumping hour and minute displays, making it a pioneer in digital timekeeping.
After Johann Rauschenbach-Vogel took over the watch manufacturer in 1880, four generations of his family led IWC into the 20th century. In 1905, Ernst Jakob Homberger and his brother-in-law Carl Jung — the famed Swiss psychiatrist — acquired IWC. Homberger bought out Jung’s holdings in 1929, and in the 1930s, the company introduced pilot watches, which were particularly robust and aimed solely at the civil aviation industry. These durable wristwatches were designed specifically to remain operational during extreme temperature shifts. (As blue watch dials are particularly hot right now, IWC's blue-dial Big Pilot is having a moment.)
The company still operates alongside the river where it was founded, having gained an international reputation over the past 150 years for its elegant designs and expert craftsmanship. Vintage IWC watches are prized by collectors — of whom there are many these days — and while the company continues to guard its attention to detail and quality, it has pushed its classic designs forward with modern innovation intended to stand the test of time.
IWC’s 2013 Ingenieur watch collection, with its precision based on an inventive constant-force mechanism, looked back to a 1955 Ingenieur model that featured a durable soft-iron inner cage as well as a 1976 update by leading Swiss watch designer Gérald Genta that encased its mechanism in a sleek steel case. IWC has also had a recent push toward sustainability, designing watches that are made to last a lifetime and beyond and earning the highest environmental ranking of any Swiss watch company in a 2018 report published by the World Wide Fund for Nature Switzerland (WWF).
Find vintage IWC wristwatches, Art Deco–style pocket watches and more on 1stDibs.
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.