IWC’s caliber 89 was developed in 1946 after the previous IWC factory was destroyed during a World War II bombing. The Caliber 89 movement became a benchmark of watchmaking standards for the era and recreated the IWC brand as a whole. Although the Cal. 89 is relatively simple it was at the forefront of watchmaking technology for its time, using only the most advanced parts and materials. This is why the British military issued their pilots the IWC Mark XI with the Cal. 89 movement for over 30 years.
This particular IWC Calatrava in stainless steel is simply stunning with a no-nonsense design. The dressy Calatrava case and dial design pairs excellently with the utilitarian stainless steel material. This watch makes for a highly reliable daily wearer, that is designed to last.
SPECS
| Stock # | IWCCAL89-3 | |
| Brand | IWC | |
| Style | Calatrava | |
| Model | Cal. 89 | |
| Serial | 220XXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Dial | Silver | |
| Millimeters | 35 | |
| Bracelet | 2pc Handmade Leather Strap |
CASE & BRACELET
The nearly unworn stainless steel Calatrava case is in exceptional unpolished condition. The case retains its original IWC fish logo crown. The cases back retains its original clear case back sticker. The watch comes supplied on a 2pc handmade leather strap and features its original IWC buckle tang.
DIAL & HANDS
The silver sunburst Calatrava dial features subtle details that elevate this watch from simple to sophisticated. The dial itself remains flawless and the onyx enamel inlaid markers match the onyx enamel inlaid hands perfectly.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is running at spec and is in perfect working condition, additional service history is unknown.
