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IWC GENTLEMAN'S DRESS WATCH – Ref. 1818 – 18K White Gold – Detachable 18K White Gold Bracelet – Mint – Open IWC Papers – Circa 1965 – Extremely Rare

We are more than proud to present this mint, exceptionally well-preserved IWC Ref. 1818, crafted entirely in 18K white gold, including its rare detachable 18K white gold bracelet.

Manufactured around 1965, this stunning gentleman’s watch houses the renowned IWC Caliber 8541, featuring the legendary Pellaton winding system, known for its robustness and efficiency. This example remains completely untouched and unpolished, preserved in mint condition, and comes directly from the first owner, a respected German private collection.

Over more than three decades in the vintage watch trade, we have never encountered another Ref. 1818 in white gold with matching white gold bracelet — underscoring the extreme rarity and desirability of this reference.

- Mint condition

- Full original finish – unpolished, unworn

- Open IWC papers – extremely rare for a watch of this era

- One-year warranty through our watch lab

One of the rarest configurations of Ref. 1818 ever seen

“A truly extraordinary and possibly unique example of mid-century IWC craftsmanship, this Ref. 1818 in white gold with matching bracelet is a once-in-a-lifetime collector’s opportunity — a museum-worthy piece for the connoisseur of discreet elegance.”