Iwc 18k Tear Drop 1948
IWC has produced a very wide variety of wristwatches from an early time ranging from dress watches to aviation watches. This example, in 18k yellow gold with tear drop lugs would remain a constant in anyone's collections, especially as in comes in a very good condition.
In a big 37 mm case which is considered oversized for the era, especially for a dress watch, it brings back relevance to today's modern aesthetics.
CASE:
- excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use (unpolished)
- 3- body 18K yellow gold case with snap-on case back
- 37 mm (without crown) / 45 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs)
- Year: 1948
MOVEMENT:
- International Watch Co. Cal. 89
- 17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 44 hours power reserve
- professionally serviced in 01/2023
- +1sec/d / 300°
DIAL:
- original never touched white/silver dial in flawless condition
- original hands, dial and crown
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