1950s IWC Cal 89

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Recently acquired an IWC cal 89, a watch that I've been eyeing for a while. With so much dial these watches wear large for a vintage piece and they are so understated! I believe this is a 1950s iteration and as I'm fairly new to the watch game, wanted to inquire the expertise of those who are familiar with these watches.

There are a few questions I`d like to ask:

1) Is this a redial?
2) How does the case look in terms of polishing?

I`ve compared it against numerous posts within this forum and to my untrained eye the printing of letters look ok. Case polishing I honestly have no idea but if they are polished doesn't look like a heavy polish job. Any opinions from the more skillful eye is much appreciated.
 
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gatorcpa
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Looks like a very nice watch to me. Normal wear on the case.
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Dan S
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Original dial ... lugs are polished, but not too badly. Here is mine for comparison.

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rkman11
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Dial looks great to me as well! Nice pick up, wear and enjoy!
 
aap
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Dan S Dan S
Original dial ... lugs are polished, but not too badly. Here is mine for comparison.

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Oooh, what an IWC!
 
kip595
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Looks like a bit of honest wear and a lot of honest care to my non-expert eyes. I always appreciate that, even if it is just my imagination, as it suggests to me that someone before me/the new owner loved and appreciated the watch as much as, in this case, you yourself hopefully will. 😀

Great find!
 
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Recently acquired an IWC cal 89, a watch that I've been eyeing for a while. With so much dial these watches wear large for a vintage piece and they are so understated! I believe this is a 1950s iteration and as I'm fairly new to the watch game, wanted to inquire the expertise of those who are familiar with these watches.

There are a few questions I`d like to ask:

1) Is this a redial?
2) How does the case look in terms of polishing?

I`ve compared it against numerous posts within this forum and to my untrained eye the printing of letters look ok. Case polishing I honestly have no idea but if they are polished doesn't look like a heavy polish job. Any opinions from the more skillful eye is much appreciated.
Hey,

OF is an amazing community. Always a good idea to introduce yourself before posting.

Cheers and welcome
 
Deafboy
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I'm no expert but what does this mean?

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Wow, that was a lot of responses! Love all the examples of these IWCs.

Deafboy Deafboy
I'm no expert but what does this mean?

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Curious myself as well. Also, right below that it looks like there is a bit of a smudge on the dial. Seem to notice this from time to time on these older IWCs, anyone have an idea on what its from?

Deafboy Deafboy
I like the strap. Shark skin?

I believe it is embossed leather. A Hirsch Atlantis strap. Wouldn`t have been my first personal choice but I kind of like it to be honest.
 
Shabbaz
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A lot of these IWC's have stains on the dial. That's why a lot of these dials are refinished. The fact yours is original is a big plus. Not sure if it's water intrusion or something else or a slip off from the watchmaker during service.
 
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Such a classy looking piece too, nice clean appeal. Wear it in good health!
 
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