Original box
Original warranty papers
Original 1982 purchase receipt
Condition
Mint
Warranty
3 months
The watch A very special piece, this IWC Edison Electric from 1971 in mint condition. The Edison Electric was produced in silver and black, with the black version being the rarest, with only a limited number made. It houses caliber 160, the robust ESA 9164 tuning-fork movement, and the day can be displayed in German or English.
This example is in excellent condition with only minimal signs of wear. The case is made of carbide tungsten and remains pristine. The dial features a subtle orange edge, adding a touch of colour and character to the black and white layout. The movement has been inspected and is untouched, with a recently replaced battery. It runs with an impressive accuracy of just a few seconds per day.
The watch comes complete with everything from its original purchase in 1982, including the box in excellent condition, the guarantee, and the original receipt.
Details The IWC Edison Electric was introduced in 1971. Its tuning-fork movement uses a small fork that vibrates hundreds of times per second to drive the hands in a smooth, continuous motion. This movement was part of a short period when Swiss brands explored electronic technology alongside traditional mechanical designs.
The Edison Electric stands out for its distinctive movement and the soft, characteristic hum it produces. It marks a stage in IWC’s history when the company experimented with early electronic technology before quartz movements became widespread.
