Here is a fabulous, all original ultra-slim IWC dress watch from 1971 in an unusual reference. The silver sunburst dial has taken on a gentle and even cream patina and is in very fine condition, with the block IWC logo and the script logo below it. It has faceted steel bar hour markers, double at the poles. Upon close scrutiny, some of the hour markers show some wear, perhaps most notably at 9 o’clock. The sword hands are in very fine condition.
The C-shape ultra slim stainless steel case with the original unsigned crown and long lugs is in very fine condition, with a brushed face and polished sides showing only light overall wear. The stainless steel case back is in fine condition with some overall wear. The case does not appear to ever have been polished.
The original stainless steel Milanese bracelet is in very fine condition, showing little stretching and only light overall wear. It is large enough for big wrists. Make sure the specific bracelet size listed in the details is not too small for your wrist as links cannot be added to this bracelet.
Inside the watch, IWC’s superb 403 movement beats strongly and accurately to within about +-12 seconds per day. The watch was fully serviced in September 2026 and comes with a 12 month warranty on its proper mechanical functioning.
Vintage IWC’s are fantastic watches to wear, and this square model looks stunning on the wrist with its elegant design and excellent condition. This is a watch that will serve you well for many years to come, and it can be worn for both casual and formal occasions.
Our watches are delivered in a luxury wooden watch box, fully serviced with a 12 month warranty that covers the mechanical functioning of the watch under normal use. We offer 14 days full return rights and are very proud of our reputation for outstanding customer satisfaction.
NB! Note that we are based in Switzerland and that the buyer is responsible for any import fees their country may impose on a purchase from abroad. Ask us if you have any questions.
Basic info
Brand IWC
Reference number 2403
Code VWS-3385
Movement Manual Winding
Case material Steel
Bracelet material Steel
Year 1971
Condition Very good (Worn with little to no signs of wear)
Scope of delivery No original box, no original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location Switzerland, Lonay
Caliber
Movement Manual Winding
Movement/Caliber IWC caliber 403
Power reserve 36 h
Number of jewels 17
Frequency 18000 A/h
Case
Case material Steel
Case diameter 33 mm
Lug to lug 37 mm
Water resistance Not water resistant
Bezel material Stainless steel
Crystal Plexiglass
Dial Silver
Dial numerals No numerals
Bracelet/Strap
Bracelet material Steel
Bracelet length 210 mm
Bracelet color Steel
Lug width 18 mm
Clasp Fold clasp
Clasp material Steel
Functions
Others
Central seconds, Only Original Parts