IWC - Schaffhausen Probus Scafusia Marriage watch - Pocket Cal. 52/53 (1910–1911) - 1900-1949
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Selected by Mauro Atienza
Graduated master watchmaker with over 30 years' experience and teaching background.
Estimate € 1,100 - € 1,300
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IWC Schaffhausen Probus Scafusia Marriage watch, a manual-winding wristwatch built around pocket Cal. 52/53 (1910–1911) with a stainless steel and gold-plated case, 48 mm diameter, unworn and in working order with a 22 mm lug width and a 100 g weight.
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Dear Bidder
For your attention please be aware you are bidding on a 'Marriage watch' , This is composed of a pocket watch movement and a NEW custom made or pocket watch case converted into a wristwatch.
Please consider this before bidding so as to avoid any misunderstanding.
Thank you.
IWC (International Watch Co. Schaffhausen) — Men's Custom "Marriage" Watch — Pocket Cal. 52/53 (1910–1911) — Probus Scafusia Seal
Description:
We present an elegant and highly collectible "marriage" wristwatch, meticulously crafted using an authentic historic pocket watch movement from the prestigious Swiss manufacture IWC (International Watch Co. Schaffhausen). This timepiece blends early 20th-century watchmaking heritage with classic wristwear appeal.
Scope of Delivery (Set Includes):
The wristwatch
Leather strap
Storage box with a presentation watch pillow
Key Specifications & Historical Data:
Brand: IWC (International Watch Co. Schaffhausen).
Type: Men's "Marriage" wristwatch.
Movement Production Year: 1910–1911 (verified via official IWC factory archive records).
Movement: Original high-grade gilded IWC pocket watch caliber (Cal. 52 / Cal. 53, 19-line size) featuring wolf's tooth winding wheels.
Movement Serial Number: 474837.
Swiss Patent Number: +31457 (referring to the advanced precision regulation system / swan-neck micrometer regulator).
Hallmark / Seal: The movement plate proudly bears the legendary historical «Probus Scafusia» seal (meaning "Good, solid craftsmanship from Schaffhausen", the official standard emblem of IWC since 1903).
Timekeeping Performance: Excellent. Tested on a professional Timegrapher: running at +1 s/day, with an amplitude of 336°, and a beat error of 3.6 ms. Exceptional stability and accuracy.
Functionality: Time-setting is operated via a dedicated side pusher button located next to the winding crown.
Dial: Original historical white enamel dial featuring the classic «International Watch Co. Schaffhausen» signature, bold Arabic numerals, a railway-style minute track, and a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock. Blued steel hands.
Dimensions & Materials:
Case Diameter: 48 mm (excluding the crown).
Case Thickness: Approx. 14 mm.
Case Material: High-quality polished gold-plated custom steel case. Exhibition open case-back offers a clear view of the exquisitely finished antique movement.
Strap: Brand new high-quality handmade leather strap (textured brown leather with white stitching).
Strap Length: 26 mm (total length including both sections).
Lug Width: 22 mm.
Historical Background:
The "marriage" watch tradition gives historic pocket watch movements a second life inside custom wrist-watch cases, allowing modern collectors to enjoy antique mechanics on the wrist. IWC movements from the 1910s are renowned for their outstanding reliability and precision. This piece is a stunning, fully functional collector's item ready to wear.
Dear Bidder
For your attention please be aware you are bidding on a 'Marriage watch' , This is composed of a pocket watch movement and a NEW custom made or pocket watch case converted into a wristwatch.
Please consider this before bidding so as to avoid any misunderstanding.
Thank you.
IWC (International Watch Co. Schaffhausen) — Men's Custom "Marriage" Watch — Pocket Cal. 52/53 (1910–1911) — Probus Scafusia Seal
Description:
We present an elegant and highly collectible "marriage" wristwatch, meticulously crafted using an authentic historic pocket watch movement from the prestigious Swiss manufacture IWC (International Watch Co. Schaffhausen). This timepiece blends early 20th-century watchmaking heritage with classic wristwear appeal.
Scope of Delivery (Set Includes):
The wristwatch
Leather strap
Storage box with a presentation watch pillow
Key Specifications & Historical Data:
Brand: IWC (International Watch Co. Schaffhausen).
Type: Men's "Marriage" wristwatch.
Movement Production Year: 1910–1911 (verified via official IWC factory archive records).
Movement: Original high-grade gilded IWC pocket watch caliber (Cal. 52 / Cal. 53, 19-line size) featuring wolf's tooth winding wheels.
Movement Serial Number: 474837.
Swiss Patent Number: +31457 (referring to the advanced precision regulation system / swan-neck micrometer regulator).
Hallmark / Seal: The movement plate proudly bears the legendary historical «Probus Scafusia» seal (meaning "Good, solid craftsmanship from Schaffhausen", the official standard emblem of IWC since 1903).
Timekeeping Performance: Excellent. Tested on a professional Timegrapher: running at +1 s/day, with an amplitude of 336°, and a beat error of 3.6 ms. Exceptional stability and accuracy.
Functionality: Time-setting is operated via a dedicated side pusher button located next to the winding crown.
Dial: Original historical white enamel dial featuring the classic «International Watch Co. Schaffhausen» signature, bold Arabic numerals, a railway-style minute track, and a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock. Blued steel hands.
Dimensions & Materials:
Case Diameter: 48 mm (excluding the crown).
Case Thickness: Approx. 14 mm.
Case Material: High-quality polished gold-plated custom steel case. Exhibition open case-back offers a clear view of the exquisitely finished antique movement.
Strap: Brand new high-quality handmade leather strap (textured brown leather with white stitching).
Strap Length: 26 mm (total length including both sections).
Lug Width: 22 mm.
Historical Background:
The "marriage" watch tradition gives historic pocket watch movements a second life inside custom wrist-watch cases, allowing modern collectors to enjoy antique mechanics on the wrist. IWC movements from the 1910s are renowned for their outstanding reliability and precision. This piece is a stunning, fully functional collector's item ready to wear.
Details
Brand
IWC
Model
Schaffhausen Probus Scafusia Marriage watch
Reference number
Pocket Cal. 52/53 (1910–1911)
Shipped insured
Yes
Period
1900-1949
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Gold-plated, Stainless steel
Case diameter
48 mm
Condition
Unworn - no signs of wear
Weight
100 g
Width lug/ watch band
22 mm
In working order
Yes
