| Brand | IWC |
|---|---|
| Model | |
| Reference | 587 |
| Year of production (circa) | 1950 |
| Material | 18k Yellow gold |
| Crystal | Acrylic |
| Dial color | Silver |
| Movement | Hand-wound |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Bracelet/strap: | Leather |
| Buckle/clasp | Generic plated |
| Lug Width | 18 mm |
| Set Content | Extract of archives |
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IWC Dress Watch Ref. 587
Presenting the distinguished “Sharky” – a unique timepiece with a captivating backstory. The nickname derives from the distinctive lugs of the watch, reminiscent of the sleek fin of a shark. Within the halls of the AWCo office, the “Sharky” has garnered a devoted following, celebrated for its remarkable versatility and undeniable beauty.
Crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold and boasting a 36mm case width, this particular timepiece is equipped with the esteemed calibre 89 and operates through manual winding. Its modest case size ensures broad appeal, making it an enticing option for discerning collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Adding to its allure, this extraordinary watch is accompanied by an extract from the archives of IWC, a rarity seldom seen. This extract reveals its origins, tracing back to its sale in Zurich in 1954, adding an intriguing historical dimension to its narrative.
We invite you to experience the charm of the “Sharky” firsthand at our showroom located at Reestraat 3 in Amsterdam. Discover why this timeless masterpiece has captured the admiration of watch enthusiasts worldwide.
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Brand
IWC
Diameter
36 mm
Model
Dress watch
Bracelet/strap:
Leather
Reference
587
Buckle/clasp
Generic plated
Year of production (circa)
1950
Lug Width
18 mm
Material
18k Yellow gold
Set Content
Extract of archives
Crystal
Acrylic
Warranty
2 year (AWCo)
Dial color
Silver
Movement
Hand-wound
International Watch Company, better known as IWC Schaffhausen, was founded by American watchmaker Florentine Ariosto Jones in 1868. The company specialized in Aviation watches and is currently operating under the Richemont Group umbrella.
IWC introduced its first pilot’s watch in 1936. An inner rotating pointer could be used to keep track of take-off times and the escapement was anti-magnetic, to cope with the magnetic fields from the cockpit instruments.
In 1939, two Portuguese distributors ordered a large wristwatch with pocket watch movement and another iconic IWC line was born: the Portugieser. Today, particularly the dressy Portugieser chronographs are popular among IWC aficionados.
When Europe plummets into WWII, IWC is commissioned by both sides of the conflict to supply military watches. The two best-known examples are the Dirty Dozen field watches for the allies and the big pilot, known as Beobachtungsuhr or B-uhr, for the German Luftwaffe. The latter would form the design template for the later Big Pilot range.
Towards the end of WWII, IWC developed a new military movement, known as Cal. 89. When the war ends, the tough caliber is fitted to civilian watches. The Cal. 89 watches, many in classic Calatrava style, remain popular among collectors until today. In 1948, the Cal. 89 is fitted to the Pilot Mk XI, another popular vintage reference.
1955 Saw the introduction of another influential IWC model: the Ingenieur. IWC used its expertise in magnetic resistance to manufacture a watch for engineers and scientists, working with magnetic fields. This is two years after Rolex introduced the Milgauss for the same clientele.
In 1967, IWC branches out into water sports. The Aquatimer is introduced as a serious divewatch. The more casual Yacht Club is launched alongside for all-purpose daily wearing.
IWC remained innovative, being among the early adopters of the brand new quartz technology, for instance. But the house also recognized the value of heritage, building on its historic Pilot and Portugieser ranges. The result is a broad scope of all sorts of watches, for all sorts of people. Through it all, IWC maintained a reputation as high quality watchmakers.
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