IWC. Curated. Ingenieur designed by Gerald Genta is one of the first pieces in the new collection. Ingenieur SL Ref. 1832, designed in the 1970s by legendary watch designer Gérald Genta
In recent years, several top watch brands have established curated collections, or certified pre-owned divisions. Some, like Vacheron Constantin, are leaders in this field, buying and restoring important historical pieces. Now IWC Schaffhausen is entering the space with IWC. Curated., a program dedicated to sourcing, restoring, and certifying historical watches from its own 150-plus-year history.
Every watch in the IWC. Curated. collection is carefully restored and inspected in the brand’s Schaffahusen workshop.
Each watch in the collection is hand-selected by specialists from the IWC Museum in Schaffhausen, chosen for its design, technical, or historical significance. Before being offered for sale, the watches undergo detailed examination and restoration by IWC’s vintage watchmakers, who have access to the brand’s archives and period-correct components. The goal is to return each piece as close as possible to its original condition while preserving authenticity.
A Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Ref. 3750, introduced in 1985
The first selection of IWC. Curated. watches being offered highlights milestones in the brand’s story. An Ingenieur SL Ref. 1832, designed in the 1970s by legendary watch designer Gérald Genta, represents IWC’s bold entry into the era of integrated sports watches. A Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Ref. 3750, introduced in 1985, showcases Kurt Klaus’s groundbreaking perpetual calendar mechanism controlled entirely via the crown—a complication still admired for its ingenuity and usability. Also part of the launch is the Mark 11 Navigator’s Wristwatch, manufactured in 1952 for the British Royal Air Force, a rugged antimagnetic pilot’s tool watch that remains one of IWC’s most storied military references.
Mark 11 Navigator’s Wristwatch, manufactured in 1952 for the British Royal Air Force
To reassure collectors, each restored watch comes with official certification detailing authenticity and provenance, along with IWC’s International Limited Warranty, which can be extended to eight years upon registration. The brand also offers a bespoke sourcing service for clients seeking specific references from its back catalogue.
IWC. Curated. watches will be available initially in select boutiques worldwide, including Schaffhausen, London’s Battersea Power Station, Dubai Mall, and Tokyo’s Ginza district. Each location will showcase a rotating selection of pieces, giving enthusiasts a rare opportunity to purchase vintage IWC watches directly from the manufacturer, complete with factory restoration and certification.
The launch reflects a growing demand for transparency and trust in the vintage watch market, where provenance can be uncertain. By taking control of the process, IWC ensures collectors can acquire historical watches with the same confidence as buying new.
As David Seyffer, Museum Curator at IWC Schaffhausen, explains: “With our IWC. Curated. offer, we want to give watch lovers the unique opportunity to own a watch that has shaped our legacy. We meticulously prepare these watches to make sure they are ready to begin their next chapter.”
