{"product_id":"montre-iwc-calatrava-vintage-acier-homme-1946","title":"Vintage IWC Watch — Steel Caliber 88 Hand-Wound (1946) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIWC Schaffhausen — Dress watch from 1946 with the legendary calibre 88\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage IWC watch\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the classicism of dress watches from the immediate post-war era. Produced in \u003cstrong\u003e1946\u003c\/strong\u003e by the \u003cstrong\u003eIWC Schaffhausen\u003c\/strong\u003e manufacture, it houses one of the most respected movements in the brand’s history: the \u003cstrong\u003ecalibre 88\u003c\/strong\u003e with hand-wound movement. Its steel case in a \u003cem\u003eCalatrava\u003c\/em\u003e style — round, refined, with slender lugs — makes it a sober and timeless dress watch, sought after by enthusiasts of historical pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patina \u003cstrong\u003ecream dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is fitted with applied baton hour markers, dauphine hands and a \u003cstrong\u003esmall seconds at 6 o’clock\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the purest tradition of 1940s dress horology. The \u003cem\u003eInternational Watch Co. Schaffhausen\u003c\/em\u003e signature in cursive script recalls the discreet elegance of the era. Every trace of time bears witness to the authenticity of the piece and its journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecalibre 88\u003c\/strong\u003e deserves closer attention: it is the small-seconds version of calibre 89, developed in the early 1940s by \u003cstrong\u003eAlbert Pellaton\u003c\/strong\u003e, IWC’s horological genius (inventor of the winding system that bears his name), to the exacting specifications of the British Ministry of Defence. Each movement underwent a 44-day test, in five positions, at temperatures ranging from -5°C to +46°C. Many consider it \u003cstrong\u003eone of the greatest hand-wound movements of the 20th century\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003evintage IWC watch\u003c\/strong\u003e of true collector interest, conceived for the watch connoisseur in search of a historical \u003cstrong\u003emen’s mechanical watch\u003c\/strong\u003e signed by a great manufacture. Selected piece, authenticated and serviced by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure worldwide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree points to note about this piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-wound IWC calibre 88, signed Albert Pellaton: one of the greatest manual movements of the 20th century, designed to British military standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase steel case in a Calatrava style from 1946: round, refined dress watch with small seconds and slender lugs, in the finest dress watch tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic collector’s piece from IWC Schaffhausen: original patina cream dial, a testament to a great Swiss manufacture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Vintage IWC Watches\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-iwc-vintage\"\u003eSee our other vintage IWC watches →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e | \u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Luxury Vintage Watches +2000€\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-2000e\"\u003eSee our exceptional watches →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e IWC (International Watch Co.) Schaffhausen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dress watch style Calatrava\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1946\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland (Swiss Made)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men (Unisex size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual (IWC 88 calibre)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o’clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32mm (34mm with crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.7mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patina cream, applied baton indexes, small seconds at 6 o'clock, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dauphine, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plexiglass, good condition (7\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black woven, non-original (fixed lugs, upper lug restored)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good state of preservation for a 1946 piece. Original cream dial showing patina and oxidation marks consistent with its age (visible in the photos), steel case well preserved, Crystal plexi in good condition (7\/10).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calibre 88 movement serviced, 1-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the IWC 88 calibre?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is one of the most respected hand-wound movements of the 20th century. The small-seconds version of the calibre 89, it was developed in the early 1940s by Albert Pellaton, the legendary IWC technician, according to the specifications of the British Ministry of Defence. Each movement was tested for 44 days, in five positions, from -5°C to +46°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Calatrava-style watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe term refers to a round, understated dress watch with a legible dial and slender lugs — a style that has become a benchmark in classical watchmaking. This 1946 IWC is a perfect illustration: sober, elegant, timeless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the patina on the dial a flaw?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is a sought-after characteristic on collector's pieces. The dial is original and shows a patina as well as slight oxidation marks consistent with its nearly 80 years, visible in the photos. An original patinated dial is preferred by collectors to a repainted dial, which would diminish the piece's authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this watch suit a modern wrist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt 32mm, it corresponds to a classic size of the period — considered large in 1946. It will particularly suit lovers of dress watches in a measured and elegant format, on both men's and women's wrists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international delivery time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"IWC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51279746105681,"sku":"940486 - 970520","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-iwc-calatrava-acier-calibre-88-manuel-1946-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1780996759","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-iwc-calatrava-mens-watch-stainless-steel-1947","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}