{"product_id":"1967-iwc-vintage-mens-full-size-watch-cal-854-automatic-stainless-steel","title":"1967 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 854 Automatic - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis very fine automatic IWC showcased in today's offering is a prime example of an Albert Pellaton movement powered vintage IWC.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts engine is IWC caliber 854, one of the interatino of the Albert Pellaton designed 85x series. This mechanism's automatic winding system is a technical masterpiece, earning it high praise - Gisbert Brunner and Christian Pfeiffer-Belli in their work, Wristwatches Armbanduhren Montres-bracelets, proclaimed the 85x series \"one of the best automatic movements ever built in Switzerland.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe famous watchmaker Donald de Carle, in his book Complicated Watches and their Repair, stated that IWC's special automatic winding mechanism was \"a simple and ingenious system, well constructed and beautifully finished.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIWC built the movement of this fine wristwatch in 1967 at the same they were building their famous Ingenieur line. These dress watches were more elegant than the pragmatic Ingenieur but shared the high-performance timekeeping qualities in normal wearing conditions. And compared to an Ingenieur, because they do not have a second inner back, the cases are thinner and lighter on the wrist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is all original down and presents as a 9.6 out of 10.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts full size case presents as mint with fairly light signs of previous polishing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts dial appears original and untouched, in gorgeous mint condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts movement, which is near pristine, has just been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It winds incredibly smoothly. Photos of the inside available upon request.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is running true, keeping time essentially on par with a new IWC in our testing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it and equipped it with a brand new leather strap and aftermarket IWC style making it ready for immediate enjoyment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncluded with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA more than half-century old all-original IWC that looks like new on the wrist!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One has done contract work for IWC and their Richemont Service Center and also used to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker for a Rolex authorized dealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: A similar watch with the same movement series in gold was worn by Charlie Chaplin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e IWC \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCity of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Schaffhausen, Switzerland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 1,835,283\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e 1967\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Ref. R810A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Sweep Seconds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Men \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 34.5mm wide (without crown), 41mm lugs tip-to-tip \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e Stainless steel \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as mint with fairly light signs of previous polishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver, signed International Watch Co. Schaffhausen and AUTOMATIC, faceted baton indexes outer minute track, appears original and in gorgeous mint condition. Kindly note that the dial appears just a bit more glossy in the photos than it does in person. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, steel, \"batons\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e IWC caliber 854, self-winding, rhodium plated and decorated, 23 jewels, adjusted to five positions, Breguet hairspring, shock resistant, precision regulator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 23 rubies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e  Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with aftermarket IWC style buckle. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, appears original, excellent condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It winds incredibly smoothly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is running true, keeping time essentially on par with a new IWC in our testing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One has done contract work for IWC and their Richemont Service Center and also used to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker for a Rolex authorized dealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IWC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41840668180569,"sku":"9883","price":1945.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1151735084_o.jpg?v=1723566894","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1967-iwc-vintage-mens-full-size-watch-cal-854-automatic-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}