Porsche Design by IWC Compass Watch reference 3510
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1980s
Maker / issuer
IWCThis Porsche Design by IWC Compass Watch, identified by reference 3510, is a specialized timepiece designed for navigation. The watch features a black dial with cross-hair markings, aged luminous indices, a date window at the 3 o'clock position, and a red running seconds hand.
The case is constructed from PVD-coated aluminum and measures 38mm to 39mm, housing an automatic movement. A distinct feature of this model is the hinged case design, which includes integrated buttons at the 5 and 7 o'clock positions that allow the case to flip open, revealing a compass and mirror. The bracelet is made from lightweight Delrin plastic with a titanium clasp and includes quick-release buttons. The watch is noted for its lightweight construction, weighing 78 grams.
It is accompanied by its original box and a handmade leather watch pouch.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- 1980s
- Type
- Compass watch
- Maker
- IWC
- Weight
- 78 grams
- Features
- Compass and mirror
- Reference
- 3510
- Case Material
- PVD-coated aluminum
- Movement Type
- Automatic
- Bracelet Material
- Delrin plastic with titanium clasp
- Maker / attribution
- IWC
Design
- Visible features
- • Cross-hair dial pattern with aged luminous markers • Hinged case design containing an internal compass • Black PVD-coated aluminum casing • Bracelet links designed for measuring distances
- Dial and Movement
- The black dial is marked with a distinctive cross-hair design and features a date display located at the 3 o'clock position. The hour markers are treated with aged yellow luminous material, and the seconds hand is rendered in a high-visibility red. The dial displays the International Watch Co. logo along with the Porsche Design signature. The watch is powered by an automatic movement. The construction of the housing is specified to be anti-magnetic, a requirement included to maintain the accuracy of the internal compass while the watch is being worn.
- Provenance and Condition
- The watch is described as being in an untouched state and is accompanied by its original box along with a handmade leather watch pouch. According to the auction description, the item has not been serviced or opened, and it is presented as a complete set from the 1980s based on the provided serial number. While the auction description reports that the watch is currently running, it also suggests that a professional service is recommended should the purchaser intend to use the timepiece for regular daily wear.
- Case and Navigation Features
- The timepiece utilizes a PVD-coated aluminum case which serves as both a housing for the automatic movement and a functional navigation tool. The case construction incorporates a hinge mechanism that allows it to flip open by depressing buttons located at the 5 and 7 o'clock positions. Once opened, the interior reveals a compass and a mirror intended for navigation and signaling purposes. The watch is paired with a bracelet composed of Delrin plastic, which is secured by a titanium clasp. This bracelet design includes specific links measuring 0.5 cm, allowing the watch to be flattened against a map to serve as a measurement device for calculating distances. The entire assembly, including the bracelet, weighs 78 grams.
Identification
- Reference
- 3510
- Serial number
- 225xxxx
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact serial number is partially obscured in the source data as '225xxxx'
- Research required: The long-term functional accuracy of the internal compass is not verified