One of IWC's most recognizable complicated timepieces, the Da Vinci series had its beginnings as a quartz movement watch. The first model, from 1969, featured the Beta 21 quartz movement, and was the brand's answer toward bold masculine watches with a casual everyday feel. The brand moved away from quartz movements in 1985 when they released their now iconic masterpiece, the Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar with rounded case and articulated lugs. Over the years, the style has stayed the same, but with variations, from ceramic examples to lady’s watches and in 1995, IWC released the reference 3571 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Da Vinci model, featuring a split seconds chronograph addition to the perpetual calendar movement.

The present example in platinum, number 289 of 500, features the classic Da Vinci visual code with rounded case, articulated lugs and full year window indication. In excellent condition, this is the perfect addition for connoisseurs of classic complicated timekeeping.