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SOLD IWC Ingenieur 666 no date-price just reduced-again

  1. tmw57 Sep 25, 2022

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    This is a 666A, the less common non-date version of these remarkable watches. If you're looking at this, you probably know about the anti-magnetic properties and Faraday cages that these models possess. This one was purchased from the son of the original owner. It was, based on my recollection of the conversation we had, serviced at the factory some 30 or 40 years ago. Which may explain the non-signed crown. When watches are sent to Schaffhausen for restoration they often come back from service without the "fish" crown. This happened to me with an 18K model I had restored years ago. When I asked, the factory rep told me that since they could no longer guarantee water resistance they were unable to use a fish crown. I was not happy with that reply and eventually found one online. Which you can do as well as ss crowns for these 666 models certainly appear online from time to time.

    The other issue is the dial which is not original to the watch. It is certainly an original factory dial and age appropriate for this watch, but is not the dial that this piece started it's life with. The dial that was on this watch when I received it was ruined by an overzealous "cleaning" done by a well-intended watchmaker prior to my ownership.

    Case and movement date to 1961 (movement) and "around" 1962 (case) as seen on the "date your IWC" website.

    So:

    Dial: Nice double signed Turler dial with homogenous patination. Most noticeable flaw is the small scratch between the 5 and 10 minute marker. There is also a bit of yellowed lacquer at 26 and 27 minute markers which is showing as pink(!?) in my dial pics. This is not seen without loupe. There is a dial plate that is made of soft iron and completes the Faraday cage in these non-date models. It is hidden beneath the dial and it is intact.

    Case: Sympathetic polish that may have been done by IWC. On the case back, the oblique bevel at the top of the wrench slots is still present. This is often obliterated by careless or over polishing. Case gasket missing and should be replaced. Measures aprox. 36.3 mm

    Crown: Unsigned but appears to be IWC as it looks identical to one that I have with the fish crown on a different 666

    Movement: Clean and recently serviced 853, keeping good time.

    Crystal: recent and original, has small internal crack seen (with loupe) at the outer edge between minutes 59 and 62

    Selling head only for what I consider to be an extremely reasonable (price just reduced-again) $1600.
    Please feel free to ask questions or for more pics

    I take pp friends or bank transfer. Fedex/Parcelpro shipping to lower 48 is on me. Overseas will split shipping.

    Cheers everyone and thanks for the space OF

    some transaction reviews:

    https://omegaforums.net/search/20710306/?q=tmw57&o=date&c[node]=10

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  2. YYTIN Sep 26, 2022

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    Great watch, great seller !
    GLWS
     
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  3. Tony C. Ωf Jury member Sep 26, 2022

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    Not easy to find a nice ref. 666 around this price point, and I can recommend the seller unreservedly!
     
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  4. tmw57 Sep 28, 2022

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    Reduced to $2250 ONRO. If you've always wanted one of these but couldn't quite get over the price, this one, IMHO, is a really nice entry into the world of the IWC 666. Truly one of the great "tool" watches of it's time.
     
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  5. MikeMan2727 Sep 28, 2022

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    One of my favorite watch references ever. Very fair price indeed!
     
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  6. tmw57 Oct 3, 2022

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    Just reduced again. Folks, this is a serious bargain at 2K..
     
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  7. tmw57 Oct 5, 2022

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    Bump...a few offers but still here.
     
  8. tmw57 Oct 10, 2022

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    Now 1900 ONRO.

    This is a good chance to pick up an honestly described, nicely running "no surprises" 666 for a great price.
     
    Edited Oct 10, 2022
  9. tmw57 Oct 12, 2022

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    Bump and will consider a reasonable offer.
     
  10. tmw57 Oct 15, 2022

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    nudge
     
  11. tmw57 Oct 20, 2022

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    Let's try $1800 ONRO
     
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  12. tmw57 Oct 25, 2022

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    I'm now asking $1600 for this piece.

    I don't think I've ever seen one in this shape at a similar price...
     
    Edited Oct 25, 2022
  13. Jkuback Oct 26, 2022

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    ::facepalm2:: OMG

    What's happening here? Someone over the big pond take this treasure! Great seller, bargain price - and the movement ::love:: like butter...
     
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  14. Tony C. Ωf Jury member Oct 26, 2022

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    This is a ridiculously good deal for a nice example of an iconic model.

    For those who haven't considered a ref. 666 Ingenieur previously due to cost constraints (they typically sell for between $5-6k when in truly excellent, original condition), and have a tolerance for some cosmetic flaws, this is a rare opportunity.
     
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  15. tmw57 Oct 26, 2022

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    Now OHPF
     
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  16. YYTIN Oct 26, 2022

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    That's a relief :rolleyes: ! Congrats to both buyer and seller
     
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  17. tmw57 Oct 31, 2022

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    sold!

    thanks A and OF
     
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  18. Ohmeguh Oct 31, 2022

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    I appreciate the forum giving me 30 days to pull the trigger on this and for @tmw57 for offering an amazing peice!
     
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  19. tmw57 Oct 31, 2022

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    Enjoy!
     
  20. watchyouwant ΩF Clairvoyant Nov 1, 2022

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    I'm very happy, that I did not see this until today ! Because I'd need another watch like a hole in my head.... I'd have bought this without a second thought. These are very nice Amags; had a few before..... Congratulations to the Buyer. Well done.
     
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