I've come across two items that I think are amazing and showcase great style, but I fear they are forgeries.
Below are the links for 2 watches that are being advertised as IWC, made circa 1800s. Please tell me if these are real or not. Thank you!
IWC Schaffhausen "Middle Ages"
www.ebay.com/itm/182586427672
IWC Schaffhausen "Black Pearl"
www.ebay.com/itm/172688116460
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Hi,
Both are at best converted pocket watches, at worst complete forgeries.
A converted pocket watch means that the movement of an old pocket watch has been mounted in a newly made wristwatch case. The small pin in the edge of the case is a clear indication that there is a PW movment inside. It is used for settting the hands of a PW, it has not been used on any IWC wristwatch.
The advice is to stay away from watches like this, they are almost worthless.
Best regards,
Henrik