63 years old — IWC Schaffhausen— Automatic — Cal. 853 — Vintage 1962 — Serviced

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63 years old — IWC — Automatic — Cal. 853 — Vintage 1962 — Serviced 09.2025

Mid-century IWC in steel with dependable cal. 853 and a freshly restored dial—elegant, wearable, timeless.

Collector Notes & Dating

Model marked “AUTOMATIC”; bridge “PAT. APPL. C.853”. Movement serial 1656••97 (full number in buyer documents). Year 1962 provided by consignor; consistent with period details for cal. 853.

SPECIFICATIONS

Movement: Automatic (IWC cal. 853).

Dial: Silver; professionally refurbished by a specialist.

Crystal: Acrylic (period-correct).

Case: Stainless steel Staybrite; signed inner back.

Size: 35 mm (without crown) — Lug width 18 mm.

Crown: Unsigned; light wear commensurate with age.

Strap/Bracelet: Black calf leather 18 mm (aftermarket, 18 XL).

Water-Tightness: Splash resistant (no pressure test).

Box / Packaging: Box — secure black travel watch case.

📦 What’s Included

Box/Case: Secure black travel watch case.

Documents: Invoice; certificate added if serviced by us.

🚚 Shipping, Returns

Insured worldwide shipping; 14-day inspection; tracked pro packing.

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🔧 Included Service Benefits 

💰 If you ever decide to sell the watch, a documented service will significantly enhance its market appeal and resale value.

🛠️ A professional service worth €369 — included free of charge.

The service includes:
Full disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, and lubrication using Moebius synthetic oils
Regulation and timing adjustment
Ultrasonic case and bracelet cleaning (if applicable)
Final technical & aesthetic inspection

📄 An official service certificate is provided, listing key technical and identifying details — ideal for insurance, provenance, or future resale.

🛡️ This ensures peace of mind and removes the need for servicing for the next 3–5 years.