IWC Calatrava Shantung Dial Ref.1833 C.8541 36.0mm 1973

A beautifully preserved vintage example with a gorgeous silver Shantung dial, created for enthusiasts who value subtle design over excess. The IWC Calatrava 1833 achieves a perfect harmony between elegance and everyday wearability, with gentle brushing contrasted by polished accents that highlight its sculptural form. It is a watch that rewards a closer look, offering character and charm that continue to resonate with seasoned collectors.

In addition, this timepiece comes freshly serviced with all parts laid out by our professional watchmaker for all to see in the images above. Little to no other dealers do this and it’s a testament to full transparency here at Montre D’or. With the C.8541 caliber inside running excellently as shown in the timegrapher reading above, just like it was when it left the factory nearly half a century ago.

DIAL:

• Original silver shantung dial in excellent vintage condition

• Syringe shaped hands with black inserts

• Applied hour indices with matching black inserts

• Printed IWC logo and crisp original wording

• Date window at 3 o’clock with quickset feature

• Domed acrylic crystal

CASE:

• Distinctive tonneau / C-case design

• 36mm Diameter (excluding crown)/ 43mm Lug-to-lug / 11mm Thickness

• Professionally polished with all sharp edges intact

• Original IWC-signed crown at 3 o’clock

CASEBACK:

• Snap on caseback, with serial number and hallmarks visible upon closer inspection

• Professionally polished to perfect vintage condition

• Comes with plastic protective sticker as shown

MOVEMENT:

• IWC Cal. 8541 – Automatic

• 21 jewels / ~44-hour power reserve / 19,800 vph

• Quickset date function (Advance via turning the crown between 11.45pm and 12.05am repeatedly)

• Movement freshly serviced and in excellent condition

• Last serviced: February 2026

• Accuracy: -1.0s/day

STRAP:

• Handmade Crocodile leather strap, 20mm lug width

• Aftermarket IWC stainless steel buckle

AFTERCARE PACKAGE:

• Comes with a black presentation box + silica gel

• Complimentary PolyWatch crystal polishing kit (for acrylic crystal)

• 6-month warranty (covers non-user damage only)

• Guarantee Certificate with full service details included

• Access to our exclusive post-warranty repair services

• 7-day return policy for peace of mind

SPECIFICS:

Maker: IWC

Model: Automatic Date

Year: 1973

Case Material: Stainless steel

Reference: 1833

Case Serial Number: 2209658

Movement Serial Number: 2173418

Caliber: 8541

Diameter: 36mm

Lug to lug: 41mm

Lug width: 20mm

Thickness: 11mm

Lume: Tritium

Strap: Handmade Crocodile

Box and papers: NIL

Accuracy: -1.0s/day

Movement type: Automatic

Crystal: Acrylic

Crown: Original signed

Last service: February 2026

Free express tracked shipping with signature upon delivery. Delivery within Singapore in 1-2 working days. International shipping may take 2–12 working days depending on destination and will be shipped via FedEx/UPS/Aramex/SingPost

Do note respective custom duties might apply which includes the recent US tariffs and are the buyer's responsibility.

Do note that for US bound shipments the PolyWatch polishing kit will not be included in order to mitigate customs delay due to new customs requirements

Countries that we do not ship to: Algeria, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Vietnam, Iran

This is a vintage timepiece and water resistance is not guaranteed. Please avoid contact with water or moisture. Store the watch with dry tissue or silica gel to preserve its condition. We are not liable for water damage post-purchase.