The IWC Da Vinci collection began in 1969 with the first edition, equipped with the Beta 21 quartz movement. This watch was a pioneer, with a modern and bold style that influenced later watches, including the recent versions with tonneau-shaped cases. The collection evolved over time, with the introduction of the SL versions (ref. 3074) and the 1985 Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph (Ref. 3750).
The 1985 Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph, created under Kurt Klaus' guidance, marked the return of complex mechanical movements to the Swiss watchmaking industry. The watch was the first wristwatch made of scratch-resistant black zirconium oxide ceramic, and the 1995 IWC Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Rattrapante 3751 commemorated the 10th birthday of the automatic Da Vinci Chronograph.
These three watches form the foundation of the collection IWC introduced at the SIHH 2017, both in terms of style and mechanical inspiration. The Ref. 3754 is an example of the evolution of the previous rattrapante version, with a more modern dial, which will be used in the 2017 collection.
In summary, the IWC Da Vinci collection began with the first edition of the collection in 1969, featuring the Beta 21 quartz movement and a hexagonal-shaped case. The collection has evolved over time, with new dials and complications added to the collection.
