IWC Schaffhausen Porsche Design Compass

Brand: IWC

Case Material: PVD-Coated, Mixed Metal

Strap Material: Aluminum

Case Shape: Round

Case Dimensions: Height: 1.78 in (45 mm) Diameter: 1.54 in (39 mm)

Place of Origin: Switzerland

Period: 1970-1979

Date of Manufacture: 1978

Condition: Excellent Wear consistent with age and use.

IWC Schaffhausen

International Watch Co.

Founded in 1868

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About this model :

In 1978 Porsche Design collaborated with IWC to create a unique watch design with a compass and an emergency beacon mirror fitted inside the case. The case and the bracelet were made from a special hardened aluminum alloy with a PVD coating added on top. This model was designed with a hinged case that allows the top portion to flip open by pressing the buttons on the side of the lugs. Inside, it reveals a compass and an emergency beacon mirror. In addition, all magnetic components were replaced with non-magnetic components to prevent any interference with the accuracy of the compass.

MODEL :

IWC 3510

Compass Watch

CASE MATERIAL :

Case : Special hardened aluminium alloy with a PVD coating

Dial, case and movement signed.

STRAP :

Original IWC strap also in special hardened aluminium alloy with a PVD coating

STRAP DIMENSIONS

95mm + 75 mm + Case = Total : 215 mm

Adjustable to a shorter wrist is possible by removing some links (by a professional watchmaker).

CASE DIMENSION :

Diameter : 39 mm (excluding the crown) x 45 mm

DIAL :

Black dial, lance hands and Baton indexes

In the first generation "Schaffhausen" in capitalized serifed italics.

THIS IS THE FIRST VERSION From 1978.

FRONT GLASS:

Plexi crystal

DATE :

Circa 1978

MOVEMENT :

Under the technical leadership of Jurgen King, the IWC-tuned ETA 2892 became the IWC caliber 375, a 22 jewel, 28.800 a/h movement with shock absorber and straight-line lever escapement. The watch also had monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring, index regulator, ball-bearing rotor, and hacking seconds function, with a rotor made of 21 karat paramagnetic gold.

INCLUDED :

Accompanied by a IWC travel box and its IWC outer box

In addition you can see a picture of the watch worn on wrist and take on a book for the reference.

CONDITION REPORT :

This IWC Porsche Design Compass Watch 3510 is in excellent condition. The dial is pristine and has aged beautifully, with the luminous material turning a creamy yellow. The bracelet is original to the watch and signed and the compass functions as it should. The watch is keeping time and fully functional. A true must have. Our complete description have value of certificate of authenticity and appraisal.

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