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IWC Porsche Design Ocean 2000 Bundeswehr Divers Watch

Partially verified

This IWC Porsche Design Ocean 2000, reference 3314, is a diver's wristwatch reported to be produced for the West German combat swimmers, known as the Kampfschwimmers. The watch features a 42mm titanium case and an integrated titanium bracelet. The black dial, signed with both IWC and Porsche Design, includes hour markers and a bright orange minute hand. It is equipped with a rotating black bezel specifically designated for the Kampfschwimmer version, characterized by a prominent triangle marker. The timepiece operates on the IWC calibre 2250 quartz movement. The watch is accompanied by an original Bund velcro band, a Bund-signed strap changing tool, a screwdriver, and an original box, alongside a 2011 IWC invoice for an authenticity check. The auction description notes the caseback carries the Bundeswehr marking 6654-12-344-0xxx.

Frontal view of the IWC Porsche Design Ocean 2000, showcasing the black dial, orange minute hand, '3H' logo, and titanium bracelet.
Frontal view of the IWC Porsche Design Ocean 2000, showcasing the black dial, orange minute hand, '3H' logo, and titanium bracelet. — Bulang & Sons. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.bulangandsons.com
Category
Wristwatch · Diver's wristwatch
Maker / attribution
IWC
Reference
3314
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1980s
Source-reported place
Not established

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Design

The timepiece is constructed with a 42mm titanium case featuring an integrated titanium bracelet. The design incorporates a rotating black bezel described as a specific Kampfschwimmer version, which is distinguished by a prominent triangle marker at the 12 o'clock position.

The dial is black and features signatures for both IWC and Porsche Design. It utilizes hour markers described as having a pumpkin hue, paired with a distinct, bright orange minute hand. A date aperture is positioned at the 3 o'clock location, and the dial includes a red '3H' symbol.

Evidence for this section
  • “The 42mm titanium case is immaculate, as is the long, integrated titanium bracelet”
  • “The rotating black bezel is a specific Kampfschwimmer version with prominent triangle marker.”
  • “The black dial is flawless and the hour plots have taken on an incredible pumpkin hue that is complemented by the mil-spec bright orange minute hand.”

Movement and Military Provenance

This watch is powered by the IWC calibre 2250 quartz movement. The auction description reports that the movement has been serviced by their watchmaker and fitted with a new battery.

The watch is attributed to the West German Kampfschwimmers military unit. Documentation includes an original box and a 2011 IWC invoice for an authenticity check. The caseback carries the specific Bundeswehr marking 6654-12-344-0xxx, which the source identifies as the correct designation for this issue.

Evidence for this section
  • “The quartz movement has been fully checked by our watchmaker and a new battery fitted.”
  • “This is a very rare Bund-issued IWC that was made for the former West German combat swimmers called the Kampfschwimmers.”
  • “The watch has the correct Bundeswehr caseback markings - 6654-12-344-0xxx.”

Included Equipment

The watch is provided with several pieces of additional equipment associated with its military configuration. These include an original Bund velcro band, a specialized Bund-signed strap changing tool, and a screwdriver.

Additional items accompanying the watch include the original box and a copy of a 2011 invoice from IWC documenting an authenticity check. The seller also provides a handmade leather watch pouch.

Evidence for this section
  • “Accompanying this watch is an original Bund velcro band and Bund-signed strap changing tool and screw driver. The original box is included plus a receipt for an authenticity check by IWC.”
  • “Includes a handmade leather watch pouch”

Open research questions

  • What is the definitive production range for the IWC reference 3314?
  • How can the '3H' dial marking be authenticated in relation to specific Bundeswehr contract years?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for IWC Porsche Design Ocean 2000 Bundeswehr Divers Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference3314“Reference 3314”
Case MaterialTitanium“42mm titanium case”
MovementCalibre 2250 quartz“Calibre 2250 quartz movement”
Caseback Markings6654-12-344-0xxx“The watch has the correct Bundeswehr caseback markings - 6654-12-344-0xxx.”
Dial SignaturesIWC and Porsche Design“Black dial signed IWC and Porsche Design”
Included AccessoriesBund velcro band, strap tool, screwdriver, box, invoice“Accompanying this watch is an original Bund velcro band and Bund-signed strap changing tool and screw driver. The original box is included plus a receipt for an authenticity check by IWC.”

Visible details

  • The dial bears a circular red '3H' marking above the center
  • The watch features a date aperture at the 3 o'clock position
  • The titanium bracelet is signed with the word 'ocean'
  • The bezel includes a prominent white triangle marker at the 12 o'clock position

Research qualifications

  • The exact production total is stated as 'thought to be' 300 pieces
  • The provenance regarding specific military issuance relies on the provided auction description

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت مچی IWC مدل Porsche Design Ocean 2000 رفرنس 3314 نسخه نظامی Bund

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 8b8df5261b

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