IWC Mark X - WWW Dirty Dozen Military Watch C.1945 - Original Dial!
A Handsome and Increasingly Rare IWC WW2 Military Issued Watch in Fantastic and Completely Original Condition Bearing Original Military Markings
During 1944 and 1945, twelve watchmakers (Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, JLC, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor and Vertex) produced a total of approximately 150,000 of these almost identical timepieces. Though there are subtle differences, they were produced to tight specifications- designed to be waterproof, have fixed lug bars, numbers and indices, a matte black dial with luminescent hands (originally made of radium) and a small, functional and reliable movement.
Of the approximate 150,000 watches produced, only circa 5000 were from IWC making them incredibly rare and sought after among collectors. Here we have a very fine example of the highly collectable IWC ‘Dirty Dozen’ military watch.
The IWC holds a special reputation amongst this collection, due not only to its renowned calibre 83 movements (argued to be the nicest movement of the Dirty Dozen collection) but also to its rarity. Only the Grana and Longines Greenlander editions were produced in smaller quantities of all the twelve brands.
What’s On Offer
Another very fine example of the highly collectable ‘Dirty dozen’ watch. The first ever watches to be completely custom designed and made for the British Army.
The IWC holds a special reputation amongst this collection, due not only to its renowned calibre 83 movement (argued to be the nicest movement of the dirty dozen collection), but also to its rarity. Only the Grana and Longines Greenlander editions were produced in smaller quantities.
The case on this piece has seen very little wear given its age and intended function, with only very minor scuffs visible on the non-crown case side. The case back has very light marks. The entirely original dial with stepped sub seconds at 6 o'clock is in beautiful condition having faded and filled out with deep vintage tones, all highlighted by the pristine reflective hands (see photos).
Serviced by the renowned expert military watchmaker, John Senior, the watch will be delivered with a 12 month guarantee.
We are awaiting further professional images of this watch but do get in touch if you would like to see it in person.
Additional information
Made from
Case: Steel
Dial: Black
Crystal: Plexiglas
Bracelet: NATO Style
Technical specifications
Winding: Manual
Movement Type: Mechanical
Calibre: 83
Jewels: 16
Waterproof:
Power reserve:
Purchase details
Condition: Very Good
Model Reference: WWW
Date of issue: c.1944
Warranty: 12 Months VWS
Dimensions
Width (without crown): 35mm
Lug width: 35mm
Lug height: (lug to lug) 46mm
Wrist size: Adjustable
