{"product_id":"iwc-hermet-308-jumbo-salmon-very-rare","title":"IWC Hermet 308 \"Jumbo Salmon\" - Very Rare","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"343\"\u003eOn offer is a seldom-seen oversized \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eIWC Schaffhausen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e reference 308, affectionately nicknamed the “Hermet” by collectors for its tightly sealed caseback designed to protect against dust and humidity. Measuring an impressive 37.5mm, the case is notably oversized for the era, making it a true outlier among 1940s production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eThis particular example was previously sold by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChristie's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Watches in 2021 and bears an import hallmark on the lower right lug, confirming its delivery to the Portuguese retailer Rodrigues on June 11, 1942. It features a highly desirable salmon dial with applied Arabic numerals and a sub-seconds register, complemented by elegant leaf hands. This piece remains in beautiful vintage condition. The two-tone dial shows even patina and light service marks consistent with age, while the case retains thick, well-proportioned lugs. For collectors seeking a rare and historically significant oversized IWC, this Hermet presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a standout piece from the brand’s early history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IWC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52003339829524,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/8603\/3428\/files\/iwc-hermet-308-jumbo-salmon-vintage-watches-collectors-corner-ny.jpg?v=1772460575","url":"https:\/\/collectorscornerny.com\/products\/iwc-hermet-308-jumbo-salmon-very-rare","provider":"Collectors Corner NY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}