IWC Yacht Club II – Reference 3012 (c. 1980s)

Heritage Narrative

The Yacht Club II marks IWC’s transition from traditional yachting chronometers to the integrated-bracelet sports watches that defined the late-1970s and 1980s. Designed under the influence of Gérald Genta, the model combines a slim stainless-steel case, screw-down crown and quartz accuracy—attributes that appealed to professional sailors who required robust construction with no sacrifice in elegance. Reference 3012 preserves the clean lines of the original Yacht Club while introducing a cushion profile, polished bezel and sapphire crystal, rendering it equally appropriate on deck or at a formal reception.

Technical Specifications

Movement:

IWC quartz caliber (seven-jewel, hacking seconds, battery life ˜ 5 years)

Case:

36 mm stainless steel, 9 mm thick, screw-down crown and case-back

Crystal:

Scratch-resistant sapphire

Dial / Functions:

Matte silver dial, applied baton markers with luminous accents; date window at 3 o’clock; central hours, minutes and seconds

Water Resistance:
120 m / 12 bar (factory rating)

Bracelet:

Integrated stainless-steel link bracelet with signed folding clasp

Condition

Overall Grade:

Medium—noticeable yet even surface wear; bezel shows minor nicks; crystal clear and unmarked

Service Status:

New battery installed 2025; movement tested for accuracy and low-consumption draw