1963 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 8531 Automatic with Date, Stainless Steel - Rare Oversized Example Croton launched in 1973 transformed aesthetic

launched in 1973 transformed aesthetic watch-making characteristics with a dodecagonal case

made from antique coin minted in 1904

Note that the photos were taken before the servicing

It presents in gorgeous condition - as a 9

The chronograph resets crisply and to a perfect zero

1963 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 8531 Automatic with Date, Stainless Steel - Rare Oversized Example Croton launched in 1973 transformed aestheticOne line of questioning that regularly comes my way, especially by those looking at getting one of their first vintage watches is some version of this: "Do you have any nice original (and classic looking) high grade vintage watches that are bigger than the ones I've been seeing. I see the bigger 70's ones, but I'm not really into the chunky and retro style. Do you have something older but that's closer to the size of a new watch?" Well, today I do.