Founded in 1868 by Florentine Ariosto Jones, an American watchmaking engineer, IWC Schaffhausen was created with the goal of combining Swiss precision with American industrial manufacturing techniques. Located on the Rhine, in the German-speaking part of Switzerland, IWC has always stood out for its technical, functional, and elegant approach to high-end watchmaking.
IWC is renowned for creating reliable professional instruments used by aviators, divers, engineers, and the military. Its historic collections include true icons of modern watchmaking:
IWC has always been faithful to precision mechanics, with in-house automatic and manual movements. The approach is often engineering-driven: each model is born from a functional philosophy that combines form and substance, often with steel or titanium cases, readable dials, and useful complications.
A vintage IWC represents timeless quality, Swiss reliability, and technical design. Vintage IWC models are among the most appreciated on the market for their collectible value and ability to combine sober aesthetics with refined complications.
Among the most sought-after:
To delve deeper into the brand’s history and current collections, visit the official IWC website or follow the Maison on Instagram.
