IWC Calatrava ‘Pre Ingenieur’ cal. 8531 + NOS Gay Frères riveted stretch bracelet

IWC (International Watch Company) ‘Pre Ingenieur’ stainless-steel automatic wristwatch made in Switzerland in the 1960’s, fitted on a new old stock Gay Frères riveted stretch bracelet

Case
Stainless-steel Calatrava-shaped

Dial
Original patinated champagne dial, gold stick hands and markers with beautifully decorated date-window

Movement
In-house IWC caliber 8531 automatic

Strap
NOS Gay Frères riveted stretch bracelet 18 mm

Condition
The patinated and original dial doesn’t go unnoticed on this vintage IWC wristwatch. An interesting addition, next to the extraordinary design of this watch, is its movement. This watch bears the in-house caliber 8531, which also was used in the famous and rare IWC Ingenieur ref. 666 wristwatches which are popular among vintage watch enthusiasts for its rarity and classic design. Furthermore, the case is preserved in a very good and possibly unpolished condition. The lugs are sharp and still have their original edges. The IWC cal. 8531 runs strong and keeps time accurately. The icing on the cake for this vintage IWC watch is it’s unworn Gay Frères riveted stretch bracelet. Perfectly suitable for everyday wear. However this elegant wristwatch would feel home as well, at more formal events as a stylish wrist companion.

Measurement
34 mm. diam.

Provenance
Watch collector from Sweden

Additional note:
Every watch is sold with Benjamin Marcello Collection Extract. The Benjamin Marcello Collection Extract is an official document we add to your watch order. This certificate, or ‘extract’, states the details of the specific watch. Details as the serial number, materials used and production date are present on this document. In addition, your personal details are added to the Collection Extract, to ensure your watch belongs to you. Of course, all our watches are also delivered with an invoice and insured priority shipping.

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