The IWC Mark XII Ref: 3241 is popular among collectors for its simple design and military background for pilot watches. The Mark XII's main update from the Mark XI is the IWC 884 which is based on the Jaeger-LeCoultre caliber 889/2 so you get a great robust JLC movement in the clean design of an IWC pilot watch. The 36mm case has a sapphire crystal as well. This specific example is in immaculate shape for the year with box and paperwork. Grab this piece before it gets away!
Information:
IWC Mark XII Ref: 3241
Reference: 3241
Dated: 2022 & 1998
Circa: 1990’s
Bracelet: Black Leather Strap
Case Size: 36mm x 10.4mm Thickness
Lug Width: 18mm
Case Metal: Stainless Steel
Movement: Automatic
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
Box and Papers: Box, IWC Warranty Card, Watch Box Warranty Card.
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet size: 7.5”
Caliber: IWC 884 (based on the Jaeger-LeCoultre caliber 889/2)
About IWC
The International Watch Company (IWC) has a rich history dating back to 1868 when American watchmaker Florentine Ariosto Jones founded the company in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Jones aimed to combine advanced American manufacturing techniques with the skilled craftsmanship of Swiss watchmakers. Despite initial challenges, IWC quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality pocket watches and, later, wristwatches.
Throughout the 20th century, IWC was a force of innovation and expand its repertoire accordingly. In the 1930s, they introduced their first pilot's watches, which would become an enduring part of their identity. During World War II, IWC produced these watches for both civilian and military use. The post-war period saw the introduction of iconic collections like the Ingenieur in 1955 and the Aquatimer in 1967. In the 1970s, IWC collaborated with Ferdinand A. Porsche to create the first watch with a built-in compass. The company's commitment to technical innovation and classic design has persisted into the 21st century, with IWC remaining a respected name in luxury watchmaking.
