Pre-Owned IWC Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Rattrapante 3751-005 Watch

Pre‑Owned IWC Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Rattrapante 3751‑005 (2000) — Full Set

A landmark achievement in modern haute horlogerie, the Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Rattrapante represents one of the most technically ambitious wristwatches ever produced by IWC Schaffhausen. Combining a perpetual calendar, chronograph, and split‑seconds (rattrapante) complication within a classically elegant case, this reference stands as a testament to both mechanical innovation and timeless design.

This 2000 example is presented in very good pre‑owned condition and is offered as a complete full set with original box and papers, making it especially appealing to collectors seeking a historically significant complicated watch.

The refined 39mm case offers balanced proportions that sit comfortably on the wrist while maintaining the presence expected of a grand complication. Crafted in stainless steel with luxurious 18ct yellow gold accents, the watch exudes understated sophistication suitable for formal occasions and discerning daily wear alike.

Its silvered dial is beautifully composed, featuring applied baton indices and elegant 18ct gold pencil hands. Despite the extraordinary complexity beneath, the perpetual calendar displays — including day, date, month, year, and moonphase — are arranged with remarkable clarity and harmony, demonstrating IWC’s mastery of functional design.

Powering the watch is the automatic Calibre 79251, derived from the robust Valjoux 7750 architecture and extensively modified to incorporate both the perpetual calendar module and the split‑seconds chronograph mechanism. Notably, the perpetual calendar is fully synchronised, allowing all indications to be adjusted via the crown and remaining accurate until the year 2100 without manual correction.

A scratch‑resistant sapphire crystal protects the dial, while the screw‑down crown enhances durability. With water resistance to 30 metres, the watch is designed primarily as a sophisticated complication piece rather than a sports model.

Completing the timepiece is a high‑quality leather strap fitted with a gold buckle, reinforcing its formal character and providing exceptional comfort on the wrist.

Key Features

• IWC Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Rattrapante Reference 3751‑005

• Production Year: 2000

• 39mm Stainless Steel Case with 18ct Yellow Gold Accents

• Silvered Dial with Applied Baton Indices

• 18ct Gold Pencil Hands

• Perpetual Calendar with Day, Date, Month, Year & Moonphase

• Split‑Seconds (Rattrapante) Chronograph

• Automatic Calibre 79251 Movement (Valjoux 7750 Base)

• Scratch‑Resistant Sapphire Crystal

• 18ct Yellow Gold Screw‑Down Crown

• Leather Strap with Gold Buckle

• Water Resistance: 30m

• Condition: Very Good Pre‑Owned

• Original Box and Papers Included

Why Choose This Watch

The Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Rattrapante is far more than a luxury timepiece — it is a showcase of mechanical artistry and engineering prowess. Combining multiple grand complications in a wearable format, this reference is increasingly sought after by collectors who appreciate both technical achievement and classical aesthetics.

Its full‑set status, elegant design, and historical importance make it an exceptional centrepiece for any serious collection or a distinguished companion for formal wear.

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