IWC - Schaffhausen - Men - 1960-1969

Title
IWC Schaffhausen Automatic Silver Dial Watch

Introduction
This timepiece from IWC Schaffhausen presents a classic round case paired with a clean silver dial. The dial features applied baton-style hour markers and a small applied triangular marker at twelve o'clock, complemented by a matching set of dauphine-style hands. The IWC Schaffhausen signature and "AUTOMATIC" designation appear in black print below the center, reflecting the understated dial layout typical of the manufacturer's mid-century production. The watch is currently fitted with a newly replaced black leather strap, and the overall proportions offer a balanced, conservative vintage appearance.

Historical & Collector Value
IWC Schaffhausen, founded in Switzerland in the nineteenth century, has long been recognized for its production of precision mechanical movements, including automatic calibers developed in the postwar decades. Watches of this style, featuring a clean dial layout with applied indices and a self-winding movement, are characteristic of the manufacturer's output during the mid-twentieth century, a period when automatic winding technology became increasingly standard across the Swiss watch industry. This example reflects the design conventions and technical developments of that era.

Specifications
– Brand: IWC Schaffhausen
– Movement: Automatic
– Case Size: 34mm
– Dial: Silver
– Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
– Strap: Leather (newly replaced, non-original)

Condition
The watch has been graded Very Good by the seller, indicating a generally well-preserved example for its age, though as a pre-owned vintage watch it shows signs of age and use consistent with its era. The hands show slight surface rust, and the dial displays overall a clean appearance for a vintage piece of this age. The case shows light wear consistent with normal use. The leather strap has been newly replaced, though it is not an original component. Please refer to the photographs for further details on the visible condition.

Important Notes
This is a vintage watch. Minor signs of age and use, including the noted rust on the hands, should be expected. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.

Shipping & Customs
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking from Japan.
Since the item will be shipped from Japan, customs duties may apply upon arrival.
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Management Number: A0467