Iwc Arabic Numerals 1946

Iwc Arabic Numerals 1946This stunning IWC dress watch features a classic sub seconds design, hands and hour markers in yellow gold and is fitted with the much celebrated caliber 88 movement. IWC has long been synonymous with seeking beauty in simplicity, and this example exemplifies that ethos. The case style is very elegant with unique lugs and the three body case construction on this model is designed, so it appears to have a slim profile from the side, perfectly designed

The ingenious case design flips over to protect the crystal and dial meaning the polo player could wear their wristwatch without risk of damage and simply flip it over to reveal the time post-match

some light scratches here and there

22 mm (without crown) / 40 mm (lug-to-lug) / 17 mm (between lugs)

professionally serviced 06/2021

The flawless silver dial on this example

original never touched white/silver dial in flawless condition

Reference: 1505

This example is the automatic bumper version from 1958 and features a huge 37 mm case

original stainless steel two-tone oyster bracelet from 1978 fitting up to 20 cm wrist

some slight patina throughout the dial

+9sec/d / 270°

5mm diameter was much larger than the standard