Hi,
I have acquired a cal. 89 IWC a while ago and have some questions regarding its legitimacy... There is a large difference between case and serial numbers, which bothers me somewhat. Here is the data:
Case no 1106128 (1940/1944-1950 - rather old for such a new movement?)
Movement No 1370718 (1956, correct for cal. 89)
Have you ever encountered this situation before?
My second concern is regarding the correctness of each element of the case. I am attaching a few pictures to illustrate my main concerns:
- is the dial re-written in your opinion?
- is the glass original to the case?
- is it OK for the case to be only plated (corrosion marks are present)?
- is the crown original to the case (assuming the case is OK, even if not original to this particular movement)?
Thank you in advance for your help, I welcome all input and information!
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