96th Auction
2017/11/18
Lot 255
International Watch Co., Movement No. 1014892, Case No. 1014896, Cal. 52 T H6, 51 mm, 99 g, circa 1939
Schaffhausen deck watch for the British Royal Navy
Case: steel, military engraving 'H.S.3'. Dial: enamel. Movm.: 3/4 plate movement, screw compensation balance.
IWC's calibre 52 was developed as early as 1893 and is one of the most produced movements ever. Variants H6 (6 mm high) with added central second above the plate and T (hand-setting through the crown) were used in aviator’s watches and deck watches such as this one. The watch is in excellent condition and its distinct, perfect dial in the steel case make it a truly particular timepiece.
Schaffhausen deck watch for the British Royal Navy
Case: steel, military engraving 'H.S.3'. Dial: enamel. Movm.: 3/4 plate movement, screw compensation balance.
IWC's calibre 52 was developed as early as 1893 and is one of the most produced movements ever. Variants H6 (6 mm high) with added central second above the plate and T (hand-setting through the crown) were used in aviator’s watches and deck watches such as this one. The watch is in excellent condition and its distinct, perfect dial in the steel case make it a truly particular timepiece.
Sold
estimated
1.800—3.500 €
Price realized
7.500 €