IWC - Vintage - No reserve price - Men - 1977

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IWC vintage automatic wristwatch from 1977 with a 36 mm stainless steel case, silver dial, black leather strap and an engraved caseback dated 1977, in good condition with light signs of wear.

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IWC Automatic Wristwatch – Vintage – Engraved Caseback (1977)

General information

Brand: IWC – International Watch Co., Schaffhausen
Movement: Swiss automatic mechanical
Functionality: Fully functional, keeps excellent time
Jewels: Visible jeweled movement (as shown in photos)
Date: Date window at 3 o’clock

This watch was originally a corporate gift, most likely presented to an employee upon retirement, as indicated by the engraved caseback dated 1977. Such presentation watches are highly appreciated for their documented provenance and historical context.



Case
• Material: Stainless steel (not silver, not gold)
• Diameter: approx. 36 mm (measured left to right, excluding crown)
• Caseback: Stainless steel, engraved (corporate dedication, 1977)
• Crystal: Acrylic (typical for the period)
• Condition: Excellent overall condition
• Light, honest signs of age
• No deep scratches or structural damage
• Case retains strong shape and definition



Dial
• Original silver sunburst dial
• Applied hour markers
• Signed: IWC – International Watch Co. – Schaffhausen
• “Automatic” marking
• Dial condition: Very well preserved, clean, no major blemishes



Movement
• Swiss automatic movement, visible in photos
• Clean and well-preserved
• Runs smoothly and reliably
• Service history: Unknown (no documentation available)
• However, current performance is excellent


Strap
• Black leather strap (non-original replacement)
• Wrist size / strap length: approx. 20–21 cm (including case)
• Strap condition: Good, wearable

IWC Automatic Wristwatch – Vintage – Engraved Caseback (1977)

General information

Brand: IWC – International Watch Co., Schaffhausen
Movement: Swiss automatic mechanical
Functionality: Fully functional, keeps excellent time
Jewels: Visible jeweled movement (as shown in photos)
Date: Date window at 3 o’clock

This watch was originally a corporate gift, most likely presented to an employee upon retirement, as indicated by the engraved caseback dated 1977. Such presentation watches are highly appreciated for their documented provenance and historical context.



Case
• Material: Stainless steel (not silver, not gold)
• Diameter: approx. 36 mm (measured left to right, excluding crown)
• Caseback: Stainless steel, engraved (corporate dedication, 1977)
• Crystal: Acrylic (typical for the period)
• Condition: Excellent overall condition
• Light, honest signs of age
• No deep scratches or structural damage
• Case retains strong shape and definition



Dial
• Original silver sunburst dial
• Applied hour markers
• Signed: IWC – International Watch Co. – Schaffhausen
• “Automatic” marking
• Dial condition: Very well preserved, clean, no major blemishes



Movement
• Swiss automatic movement, visible in photos
• Clean and well-preserved
• Runs smoothly and reliably
• Service history: Unknown (no documentation available)
• However, current performance is excellent


Strap
• Black leather strap (non-original replacement)
• Wrist size / strap length: approx. 20–21 cm (including case)
• Strap condition: Good, wearable

Details

Brand
IWC
Gender
Men
Model
Vintage
Band material
Leather
Shipped Insured
No
Period
1970-1979
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
Silver
Case material
Stainless steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
36 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
Year
1977
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Objects sold
100%
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