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IWC Schaffhausen, circa 1907 — Caliber 53 in stainless steel
This early 20th-century IWC, dated circa 1907, presents a transitional piece from the pocket-watch era rendered for wrist use. The large 48 mm stainless steel case with exhibition back and original dial, Arabic numerals and railroad minute track demonstrates a restrained, functional elegance of its time. Under the mineral crystal the converted Caliber 53 manual movement, engraved with IWC’s Probus Scafusia tradition and fitted with 17 jewels, links Schaffhausen craftsmanship to modern appreciation. For a contemporary collector it offers historical construction, visible mechanics and assured provenance through recent professional servicing.
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01Specifications+
- Brand / model
- IWC Schaffhausen IWC Schaffhausen
- Estimated production
- Circa 1907
- Case material
- Stainless steel with exhibition back
- Case diameter
- 48 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 56 mm
- Thickness
- 16 mm
- Dial
- Original
- Crystal
- Mineral
- Crown
- Period correct
- Strap / bracelet
- Calf leather
- Movement
- Manual
- Caliber
- Caliber 53
- Jewels
- 17
02Service & provenance+
Last serviced: 10 April 2026
The service includes the following operations: • Disassembly of the watch • Movement overhaul: dismantling • Cleaning, reassembly and lubrication • Use of Moebius synthetic oils • Ultrasonic cleaning of the case • Reassembly of the case and the watch • Final technical and aesthetic checks
03Delivery & returns+
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