IWC

1970s IWC Automatic Dress Watch 18K YG (Ref. 1827) 'Cal. 8541B'

$ 4,150

Founded more than 150 years ago, the International Watch Company has grown to become one of the most recognizable Swiss watch brands on the planet. And one of the things they're especially famous for is their caliber 85 movement, which is widely regarded as one of the finest watch movements ever made.

The cal. 85 was introduced in the 1950s and was the second automatic movement the brand ever made – it was also their first automatic movement with central seconds. That movement went on to birth multiple subsequent versions, including the cal. 852, 853, 854, and finally the 8541B, which beats inside this ref. 1827. 

In addition to the iconic movement, this particular IWC Automatic features a stout 33.5mm cushion-style case in 18k gold with a lightly brushed finish and a matching dial with onyx inlays in the hour markers. It's an elevated take on an already-unforgettable style, and one that will make a statement in any situation.

SPECS

Stock # IWCDW1827
Brand IWC
Style Automatic Dress Watch
Model 1827
Serial 21XXXXX
Size Men's
Material Stainless Steel
Dial 18K Yellow Gold
Millimeters 33.5
Bracelet 2pc Handmade Leather Strap

CASE & BRACELET

The excellent 18k yellow gold cushion-style case displays crisp edges and strong finishing throughout, with honest wear and nominal evidence of prior polishing present. The case retains its original IWC "fish logo" crown. The case back shows some minor watchmaking marks but is otherwise clean. The watch comes supplied on a two-piece handmade leather strap.

DIAL & HANDS

The gold sunburst dial is simply gorgeous with almost no signs of wear or age, and an applied IWC logo at 12 o'clock. The markers feature black onyx inlays that pop beautifully off the metallic gold dial. The tritium lume plots on the dial and within the hands have inlaid lume that has aged to a perfectly matching creamy color and exhibit no notable degradation when inspected under UV light.

ACCESSORIES 

None. The watch is currently being serviced and will ship once complete if sold before its completion. The watch is backed by a 1-year warranty on accurate timekeeping.