Introduction
There are very few names in watchmaking that are as legendary as Gerald Genta. With a slew of iconic watch designs under his belt, and famed as the inventor of the integrated bracelet sports watch category, his timepieces are some of the industry’s most desirable. Offered here as a member of that desirable family of watches is the IWC Yacht Club II. Designed by Genta himself, the Yacht Club features an integrated bracelet design with H-shaped links, and and angular bezel and case. Featuring a simple black dial with applied indices and a legible layout, the ref. 3312 that we have here championing his unique style, with its profile being flat and impactful on the wrist thanks to its quartz movement allowing for its case to be thin and low while being worn.
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Grade
V 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$2,000 – $3,000
The Details
Brand
IWC
Dimensions
38mm
Model
Yacht Club II
Movement
Quartz
Reference
3312
Bracelet
Stainless steel bracelet
Year
Circa 1980s
Condition
Excellent
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Featuring a simple black dial with applied indices and thin luminous sword hands, the Yacht Club II's display serves not to detract any attention from its unique construction.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Featuring an angular case and bezel along with an integrated bracelet, the Yacht Club II makes no secret of its ties to Gerald Genta's famed design language.
THE PROFILE
Powered by a quartz movement, the ref. 3312 boasts a flat profile that sits low and sleek on the wrist.
Condition
The watch is in overall excellent condition. The steel case is well defined, with some scratches and marks as expected for a watch of this vintage. The case back has light scuffs and scratches with its serial number still legible, and there is a hand engraved stock number on the rear lug. The watch retains its original fish-insignia crown. The black dial is in excellent condition, and the hands are clean with some discoloration to the lume. The steel bracelet has light surface marks and light play between the links. It is fitted with 19 links, 3 of which are removable, with 1 additional link included, and fits an approximately 7” wrist.
Our Perspective
A remnant of Gerald Genta's involvement with IWC like the Ingenieur design that he made for them, the Yacht Club II speaks to his signature aesthetic in absolute abundance.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
