IWC Hermet Salmon Jumbo 1938

This hardly ever seen oversized IWC is a wonderful example of the timeless elegance of vintage wristwatches from the 1940s. The watch, known as the "Hermet" has a tightly sealed case back and inset crown, protecting it against humidity and dust. 

The jumbo sized 37,5 mm watch, known as the „Hermet“ in the collectors community is in a very crisp condition and one of the most rare salmon dials.

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use
  
• 3- body stainless steel case with snap-on case back
• has been professionally polished to IWC Factory Specifications
• 37.5 mm (without crown) / 44.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 20 mm (between lugs) / 10 mm thick
• Year: 1938
• total weight: 48 g

MOVEMENT:

• International Watch Co Cal. 83
• 16 jewels, 18000 A/h, 41 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced in 09/2024
• +3 sec/d / 310°

DIAL:

• original never touched salmon dial in great condition
• some slight developed patina throughout the dial 
• original hands & crown

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• grey after market leather strap fitting up to 21 cm wrist size / 2.8 mm thick
• steel after market buckle

 

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #631