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IWC Schaffhausen, 1938 — Cal. 83 dress watch
A 1938 civilian dress watch from IWC Schaffhausen that pairs restrained proportions with period character. The 33 mm stainless steel case and a dial bearing original patina convey a quietly elegant 1930s aesthetic. Inside, the manually wound Cal. 83, finished to its era’s standards and fitted with 15 jewels, underpins the watch’s mechanical reliability. Presented on a leather strap and serviced with documentation, this piece illustrates mid-century watchmaking craftsmanship and offers a wearable link to IWC’s horological tradition for the discerning modern collector.
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01Specifications+
- Brand / model
- IWC Schaffhausen IWC Schaffhausen
- Estimated production
- 1938
- Case material
- Stainless Steel / Acier Inoxidable
- Case diameter
- 33 mm
- Dial
- in its original vintage condition—featuring an authentic patina and light surface marks that speak to its history, each scratch adding to its unique character and collector appeal.
- Strap / bracelet
- Leather strap - Shown on a 18 cm (7.08 in) wrist
- Movement
- Manual winding
- Caliber
- Cal. 83
- Jewels
- 15
02Service & provenance+
The watch has been technically and visually inspected. It did not require servicing and is ready to wear.
03Delivery & returns+
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