Iwc Shark Fin 18k Rose 1959

Iwc Shark Fin 18k Rose 1959IWC has produced a very wide variety of wristwatches from an early time ranging from dress watches to aviation watches. This example, in 18k rose gold with it's white silver dial would remain a constant in anyone's collections, especially as it comes with beautiful shark fin lugs. In a huge 37 mm case which is considered oversized for the era, especially for a dress watch, it brings back relevance to today's modern aesthetics. CASE: excellent overall

The reference 3648N is a wonderful example of what makes the Carrera - a two-register black dial in flawless condition that shows great attention to detail

original never touched ghosted grey sunburst dial in flawless condition

-3sec/d / 330°

36 mm (without crown) / 43 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 11 mm thick

Our model is in fantastic condition including a President bracelet without any stretch

the original Jubilee Bracelet from '72 wears comfortable with usual stretch

slight and even patina in the white chapter ring

Reference: 2181

The gold leaf hands are all in superb condition as is the blued steel date hand – the dial developed a strong and warm patina which reminds us a bit on a secret treasure map

a beautiful silver pie pan dial in flawless condition with perfect lume and a very strong case with sharp edges

It’s bold case design of balancing between roundness and rectangularity have led to what watch connoisseurs consider as a golden ratio

36 mm (without crown) / 42 mm (lug-to-lug) / 17 mm (between lugs)