IWC Cal. 83 Sub Second Teardrop 1945

Elegant Precision in Teardrop Form

Produced in 1945, this IWC dress watch is a graceful example of early Swiss watchmaking – blending understated design with mechanical sophistication. The highlight of this piece is its beautifully shaped teardrop lugs, a rare and elegant case design detail that elevates the entire silhouette.

The original two-tone silver dial with sub seconds at six is marked by clean symmetry, and paired with fine leaf handsand slender hour markers for a minimalist, timeless appeal. Its slim stainless steel case sits comfortably on the wrist, offering both presence and lightness.

Inside ticks the legendary IWC Caliber 83, a manually wound movement known for its robust construction and long-term reliability. 

An exceptional find for collectors and connoisseurs of early IWC design, this watch is not just worn — it is appreciated.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched champagne dial in great condition
  
• original hands and IWC crown
  

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• dark brown GOLDAMMER Kardinal leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2 mm thick
• stainless steel GOLDAMMER buckle

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor trace of use on caseback
  
• 3- body stainless steel case with snap-on case back
  
• 35 mm (without crown) / 43 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 10 mm thick
• year: 1945
• total weight: 39 g

MOVEMENT:

• International Watch Co. Cal. 83 - manual
• 17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 44 hours power reserve
  
• professionally serviced in 09/2025
• -12 sec/d / 310°

BOX & PAPERS:

• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1159