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IWC Pocketwatch Beta 21

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  • last reply by Maxirlx 29 Apr 2026
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    Maxirlx
    Apprentice 2 posts
    29 Apr 2026, 8:24 a.m. 29 Apr 2026, 8:24 a.m.
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    Hello everyone,

    I recently inherited this IWC pocket watch from my grandfather and I’m trying to learn more about it. From what I can tell, it seems to be an IWC Ingenieur Beta 21 “Electronic UFO” pocket watch from around the early 1970s.

    It appears to be in good overall condition and is currently Not running, but I’m not very familiar with these early quartz models. I understand they are somewhat rare and part of the early Swiss quartz development.

    I would really appreciate any insights you might have — especially regarding its approximate value, collectability, and anything I should be aware of before considering selling it.

    Thank you in advance for your help 

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    Rodrigo Bescansa
    Apprentice 2 posts
    29 Apr 2026, 4:05 p.m. 29 Apr 2026, 4:05 p.m.
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    Great piece.

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    Bill B.
    Master 6733 posts
    29 Apr 2026, 4:29 p.m. 29 Apr 2026, 4:29 p.m.
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    Our two Pocket watch experts will respond I am certain.  One is the Moderator and the other is Mark L. , 8541 on forum.

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    Mr. Tonny Berteloot
    Moderator 3624 posts
    29 Apr 2026, 4:42 p.m. 29 Apr 2026, 4:42 p.m.
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    very rare piece, you can read more about it here  : VIRTUAL POCKET WATCH MUSEUM DAY 29, cal 2002, quartz electronic | Vintage timepieces | IWC Collectors Forum

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    Maxirlx
    Apprentice 2 posts
    29 Apr 2026, 4:52 p.m. 29 Apr 2026, 4:52 p.m.
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    What would you say it’s worth?
    At the moment, the watch isn’t running—would you recommend repairing it or simply replacing the battery?


     

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