IWC 1818 C.89, Dress Vintage Waych, 1971

Champagne Dial with Elegant IWC Schaffhausen Signature

The dial has a warm champagne tone with visible natural vintage patina, giving the watch an authentic aged character. The clean non-numeral hour indexes create a refined and minimalist layout, while the slim central hands keep the design elegant and highly readable. The dial is signed “IWC”, “International Watch Co”, “Schaffhausen” and “Swiss Made”, emphasizing the watch’s origin and its connection to one of Switzerland’s most respected manufacturers.

35mm Stainless Steel Case

The stainless steel case measures approximately 35mm without the crown and 41mm from lug to lug, giving the watch a classic vintage dress-watch size that wears comfortably on the wrist. The case has a clean round profile, slim bezel and elegant lugs, creating a balanced appearance suitable for both formal wear and everyday use. The side-view photos show the slim case proportions and understated polished finish, which match the refined character of the dial.

Hand-Wound IWC Caliber 89 Movement

Inside is the fully serviced IWC Caliber 89, one of the most respected manual-winding movements produced by IWC. Known for its durability, precision and clean engineering, the Cal. 89 is highly appreciated by collectors of vintage IWC watches. The movement photo shows the signed IWC mechanical movement, adding strong collector value and confirming the traditional hand-wound character of this Ref. 1818.

Ref. 1818 Case Back and Original Vintage Character

The case back is marked with the reference number 1818, confirming the model reference. The back and side photos show a well-preserved stainless steel case with honest vintage signs of age. Combined with the warm patina on the dial, this gives the watch the kind of authentic character collectors look for in a classic vintage IWC dress watch.

Fully Serviced and Ready to Wear

This IWC Ref. 1818 Cal. 89 has been fully serviced and is in excellent working condition. It is fitted with a high-quality lizard leather strap, which complements the elegant dress-watch design and gives the watch a refined wrist presence. With its serviced movement, clean case proportions and timeless dial, this IWC is ready to be worn and enjoyed.

Technical Specifications

Why Collectors Like This IWC Ref. 1818

Vintage IWC dress watches are valued for their clean design, high-quality Swiss manufacturing and excellent mechanical movements. This Ref. 1818 stands out because it combines a stainless steel case, elegant champagne dial, original IWC Schaffhausen signature and the highly respected hand-wound Caliber 89. It is an excellent choice for collectors looking for a vintage IWC Cal. 89 watch, a 1970s Swiss dress watch or a refined manual-winding IWC from Schaffhausen.