IWC - Caliber 854B - No reserve price - R 810 A - Men - 1960-1969

Presented for auction by Second Vintage

A classic IWC automatic with a beautiful dial, this 1960s Reference R 810 A highlights the refined aesthetics and mechanical ingenuity of the era. The exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial paired with distinctive faceted lugs creates a compelling visual presence, while the renowned Caliber 854B movement, adjusted to five positions and featuring the famous Pellaton winding system, ensures strong mechanical reliability on the wrist.

Brand: IWC
Reference Number: R 810 A
Serial Number: 1950243
Movement: Automatic, IWC Caliber 854B, 23 Jewels
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied faceted baton indices and applied IWC logo
Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel
Production Year: 1960s
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +30+35s/day, running strong and steady.

Dial and Hands
The silver sunburst dial is beautifully preserved and exceptionally clean. It features applied faceted baton indices with black inserts and an applied IWC logo, complemented by crisp black printed text. Very minor spotting is visible under magnification, primarily near the center. The polished baton hands, also detailed with black inserts, remain original and present light, age-appropriate wear, with minor surface oxidation visible under magnification. The sweep center seconds hand shows similar light oxidation.

Case and Crystal
The stainless steel case is characterized by its polished finish and distinctive faceted lugs, retaining honest vintage wear with preserved overall geometry. The lugs show some softening of their edges, and the case exhibits moderate surface scratches and scuffs throughout, consistent with age and use. The smooth polished bezel is integrated with the case and shows moderate scratches matching the overall case wear. The press-in caseback displays light scratches, and a knurled crown completes the profile. The watch is fitted with a domed acrylic crystal, which shows light surface scratches, particularly near the outer edges.

Movement
Inside beats the highly regarded IWC Caliber 854B automatic movement, featuring the visible Pellaton winding system. The movement appears notably clean, displaying bright plates and bridges with no obvious signs of corrosion or damage. It is engraved with the caliber number, the movement serial number 1940567, and proudly marked with twenty-three jewels and adjusted to five positions. Recording +30+35s/day on the timegrapher, it is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a used black leather strap featuring an alligator grain pattern, which shows signs of wear and creasing.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial and original hands show only minor spotting and light oxidation under magnification. The stainless steel case displays honest vintage wear, with moderate scratches, scuffs, and some softening to the edges of the distinctive faceted lugs. The domed acrylic crystal exhibits light surface scratches near the edges. The clean Caliber 854B movement, supported by the timegrapher results, is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady.

Dimensions
The case measures 34 mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This Reference R 810 A is defined by its beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial and distinctive faceted lug case design. Powered by the highly regarded Caliber 854B adjusted to five positions, it remains a compelling and well-engineered example of mid-century watchmaking.

History
The Reference R 810 A represents a classic era of IWC production in the late 1960s. The model features a stainless steel case with elegant lugs and a press-in caseback, housing the brand's celebrated mechanical technology. The Caliber 854B is highly regarded among collectors for its robust architecture and the inclusion of the patented Pellaton winding system, reflecting the brand's enduring commitment to precision and mechanical reliability during the period.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
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The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
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As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
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SKU: IWC-IWA-0003