IWC 3805
IWC 3805
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IWC Ingenieur Chronograph
Ref. 3805
Swiss Made
Recently serviced by IWC - documentation and travel case included.
Extended one year warranty via IWC
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Fitting 17.5cm wrist or smaller
Free insured + signature confirmation shipping to anywhere in the United States.
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A rare neo-vintage chronograph from IWC’s legendary Ingenieur line. Compact, rugged, and unmistakably designed with Gérald Genta’s industrial DNA, the Ref. 3805 embodies late-90s design at its finest.
This reference stands out as a high-end quartz chronograph — powered by the precise and reliable IWC Caliber 631 (based on ETA 251.262). It delivers battery-driven accuracy while retaining all the hallmarks of the Ingenieur family: tool-watch toughness, integrated bracelet design, and the signature five-screw bezel.
With its black tri-compax chronograph dial, luminous Arabic numerals, and bold red chronograph seconds hand, the 3805 balances professional utility with a sporty edge. Produced in limited numbers in the 1990s, it remains an underrated sleeper among IWC collectors — especially those who appreciate neo-vintage quartz in a luxury context.
Highlights
- Compact 34–35mm stainless steel case with Genta’s five-screw bezel design
- Quartz chronograph powered by IWC Cal. 631 (ETA 251.262 base)
- Black dial with luminous Arabic numerals and striking red chronograph seconds hand
- Integrated stainless steel bracelet for a solid, industrial fit
- Short production run: a rare neo-vintage Ingenieur quartz chronograph
Specifications
- Case: Stainless steel, ~35mm diameter
- Movement: Quartz, IWC Cal. 631 (ETA 251.262 base)
- Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph
- Dial: Black, luminous numerals, red chrono hand
- Bracelet: Integrated stainless steel
- Production Era: Mid–late 1990s
⚡ Why this watch matters:
The IWC Ingenieur Ref. 3805 is a snapshot of IWC’s bold quartz experimentation in the 1990s. Rare, precise, and built with unmistakable Genta DNA, it’s a collector’s piece that blends luxury craftsmanship with quartz-era history.
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